OverviewHuman resources professionals must be able to adapt their approach to individuals while considering the broader strategy of hiring, firing and managing employment across the entire organisation.On this postgraduate short course, you will explore the key factors and considerations around strategic development and recruitment goals. This will enable you to deliver effective and efficient human resource management within your company.You will delve into topics such as:the foundations of human resource management theory and practice in a global contextthe key aspects of delivering effective and efficient HRD strategies within local, national and international contextshow national and international contexts shape diversity policies and practices within organisationsAlongside the specialist knowledge you gain, you will also improve your skills in communication, critical thinking and research. At the end of your course, you will have the opportunity to progress onto a PG Dip or the full Masters.Teaching methodsStudying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.Our courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus. This means you will have access to your study materials 24/7, including:multimedia lecturecasts made up of written content, short videos, animation, audio recordings, infographics, short tests and mini-assignmentsdiscussion forums for you to chat about the course content with fellow studentslive Q&A sessions with your tutorsa comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and academic journalssupport from academic staff and your dedicated Student Support teamTo ensure you receive the support you need from your tutor, we cap our class sizes at 20 students.Assessment methodsRather than fretting about exams, you will be assessed exclusively through assignments. This can be by engaging in discussion forums throughout your modules, completing reflective journal entries, or by submitting longer written pieces.We are committed to providing frequent and transparent feedback through the following ways:Our assessment criteria are designed to be simple and transparent.You will always be aware of your current provisional grade, right from the start of the programme.You will be able to view your marks clearly in your gradebook whenever you log onto the learning platform. Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the January 2026 intake of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.