Effective, enthusiastic and empathetic HR professionals are central to the success of contemporary organisations. So youll be in high demand for roles in the public, private and third sectors with competitive salaries and excellent prospects for career progression. This means youll be in high demand for roles in the public, private and third sectors with competitive salaries and excellent prospects for career progression. Our BSc Business Management (Human Resource Management) focuses on organisations of all kinds from multinational corporations to social enterprises and charities. This holistic approach ensures you develop the skills to respond to the evolving needs of all businesses, irrespective of sector. Youll develop people management expertise from our team of international researchers and HR practitioners. Theyll introduce you to roles and relations in employment and the practices of managing people in multicultural organisations, strategy, analysis and effecting change. Your Professional Placement Year is an opportunity to put your university knowhow into practice as you take up a paid role and complement your academic study with exposure to real-world business challenges.

Career prospects

97% of our students are in employment and/or further study within six months of graduating.

Our dedicated career professionals have got you covered on things like industry placements, internships, work experience and insights.

Youll benefit from career consultations, interview and CV writing workshops, industry-specific events and specialist psychometric assessment and broad skills training.

Placements

This programme includes a professional placement year during year 3 of the 4-year programme. You will be responsible for sourcing your own placement, though support will be given by the Schools employability team. If you are unable to secure a suitable placement you will be permitted to transfer to the equivalent ‘non-placement programme, assuming the relevant academic requirements are met. Placements can be conducted in English or in Welsh.