OverviewWith access to global job opportunities and varied working patterns, modern workers can be more selective than ever before, and companies must stay competitive in their offering to employees in order to attract and retain the best talent. Employees expect to be treated like individuals and have requirements that go beyond financial compensation.This short postgraduate course will delve into the world of human resources, exploring a wide range of topics that are relevant to current HR professionals, such as:learning and talent development practices and policies at individual, group, organisational, national and international levelsthe management of diversity and inclusion and how national and international contexts shape diversity policies and practices within organisationsthe significance of leadership and management development, including how to identify candidates for management roles and the importance of ongoing support for developing leadersAlongside the specialist knowledge you gain, you will also improve your skills in communication, critical thinking and research. Towards the end of your studies you will have the opportunity to advance onto 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. Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the January 2026 intake of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.