Human Resource Strategies: University of Southampton

Course Description

This MSc is an advanced qualification for all human resources practitioners working at senior management/executive level. It closely mirrors the Chartered Institute for Personnel Advanced Practitioner Standards, and provides advanced understanding of human resource management and organisational behaviour theory and practices, and how these can improve organisational effectiveness and change management. All tutors are experienced researchers, with considerable practical experience gained through consultancy and senior HR positions in the public and private sectors.

Programme structure

Eight taught modules are delivered through 8 three-day programmes integrating theory, research and practice within a supportive pedagogical framework. There may be some evening teaching, depending on your optional modules.

Core Units

• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Strategic Human Resource Development
• Organisational Change & Transition
• Research Methods
• Consultancy Skills
• International HRM

This unit consists of an international visit involving partner institutions.

Optional Units

Students also undertake 2 units from a range of options offered within the School of Management across a broad spectrum within the areas of management science, risk, finance and entrepreneurship.

Entry requirements

• First or upper second-class honours degree from a UK university, or equivalent overseas/professional qualification
• Approx. 5 years’ experience in the field