MSc Human Resource Management
University of Essex
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Human resource management is more than just managing the relationship between professional development and productivity it’s about supporting senior and line managers to facilitate the well-being of their employees and helping them achieve both personal and overall business objectives.MSc Human Resource Management course seeks to equip students with the knowledge and skills to develop a successful career in a range of Human Resource Management roles and specialisms.The nature of work and people ...Read more

Human resource management is more than just managing the relationship between professional development and productivity it’s about supporting senior and line managers to facilitate the well-being of their employees and helping them achieve both personal and overall business objectives.MSc Human Resource Management course seeks to equip students with the knowledge and skills to develop a successful career in a range of Human Resource Management roles and specialisms.The nature of work and people management across the globe is constantly evolving. HR professionals today require skills in critical thinking and problem solving and working in collaborative and inclusive ways to address the significant organisational challenges of our time.MSc Human Resource Management gives you the knowledge, skills and understanding to become a successful leader and practitioner in this increasingly complex business function. You will learn to address practical human resource issues in innovative and sustainable way, while considering the ethical obligations of the human resource practitioner.You'll experience rigorous and practical training in core HR areas throughout the course. You also have an opportunity to choose from a range of elective modules which reflect your career and/or research interests.

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73/279
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29th
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Mubashira
25 Feb 26

95% is best experience If I get better support from my department engagement..Read more

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Bruno
23 Feb 26

Honestly I feel like professors could help students a bit more..Read more

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Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree, or equivalent in one of the following subjects: Anthropology, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Geography, History, Human Resource Management, Law, Management, Marketing, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Sociology. You may also be considered with a lower class degree, where you have at least three years relevant work experience in a field such as: Human Resource Management or Management

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£15,750 per year

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

£24,675 per year

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Students from EU

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

£24,675 per year

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Students from International

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

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Mubashira
25 Feb 26
MSc Human Resource Management
95% is best experience If I get better support from my department engagement...
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Bruno
23 Feb 26
MSc Human Resource Management
Honestly I feel like professors could help students a bit more...
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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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