This programme bridges the gap between theory and practice. You’ll learn how different organisations approach managing teams and individuals and develop your skills as an adaptive, innovative and strategic manager.All students taking this programme study the foundations of HR management and strategy. Building on this foundation, you’ll then follow one distinct stream to suit your interests and career goals:The International Employment Relations (IER) stream is CIPD accredited. The CIPD certification and membership is an indispensable qualification for a range of managerial HR roles in the UK and is also well-regarded in the HR field across the globe. Graduates from this stream will be qualified for careers in a variety of areas including HR, employment relations, government, labour organisations and international bodies such as the International Labour Organisation (ILO). This stream provides a strong theoretical foundation for further study at PhD level.Career development:The HRO programme will develop your intellectual and practical skills as a talented and well-rounded manager of human resources within organisations, with the ability to thrive and innovate with challenges in today’s complex and fast-moving business world.With a strong foundation of knowledge in general HR management, plus specialist knowledge from your chosen stream, and practical skills developed with case studies and practical projects, you will graduate with a unique and well-rounded portfolio of skills and knowledge to set you apart in the job market. Your practical and professional management skills will be developed and polished during the programme, including communication and presentation skills, team working, cultural intelligence gained from close collaboration with classmates from around the world, and an opportunity for client management experience from the Links Scheme project.