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Global Human Resource Management, MSc, Newcastle University

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Newcastle University

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About Global Human Resource Management, MSc - at Newcastle University

Develop the skills to become a global human resource professional and a highly marketable graduate who can make an immediate contribution to any organisation.

Our Global Human Resource Management MSc teaches you how to operate effectively within diverse and complex contexts to demonstrate awareness of institutions and organisations. This course prepares you for the workforce of today and the future, regardless of an organisation’s size and characteristics.

Global human resource management enables organisations and professionals to:

  • manage diverse workforces across national and geographic boundaries
  • recognise socio-economic interdependence and interconnectedness both locally and globally

It involves a heightened awareness of:

  • different institutional environments
  • diversity and cultural sensitivities
  • ethical and moral imperatives

This course provides you with a firm foundation in the skills required to pursue a career in this specialist field, these include:

  • knowledge
  • conceptual
  • analytical
  • practical

You'll graduate with the ability to move globally in your career. You'll become socially adept, mobile and ethical.

What you'll learn

Through this HR master' s degree you'll:

  • understand the nature and importance of ethical and socially responsible issues in human resource management
  • apply your skills and knowledge to global HR problems through a variety of practical situations. These include case studies, role-play and group exercises
  • learn from internationally renowned researchers and practitioners. They'll share their significant experience and knowledge throughout your course
  • experience conducting an independent HR resource project. You'll choose between a dissertation and practice-based project with input from practitioners
  • prepare for your professional career in human resources. Our module 'The Reflexive Human Resource Practitioner' is dedicated to your personal and professional development

Graduate destinations

Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles including:

  • headhunter
  • recruitment coordinator
  • civil servant
  • human resource consultant
  • compensation and benefits manager
  • human resource and training development manager
  • human resource manager
  • head of HR division

Careers

This course prepares you for a wide range of careers with employers, such as:

  • Microsoft
  • Lloyds Banking Group Plc
  • ITV Broadcasting Ltd
  • Ericsson
  • Accenture
  • Babcock International Group Plc
  • Aviva
  • Network Rail
  • Ocado
  • Colt Technology Services

Accreditation

Newcastle University Business School is accredited by the:

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
  • European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)

Only 1% of business schools worldwide hold this triple crown. Our accreditations reflect the investments we make for our students through providing a high quality teaching environment, innovative programming and active engagement with industry.

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

The course is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Successful completion leads to graduate membership of this prestigious institute. Membership provides you with access to leading resources, training support and networks to advance your professional practice in human resource management.

Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)

The Global Human Resource Management MSc also aligns with the standards of the American based Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world's largest association devoted to human resource management.

Our staff

View profiles of the module leaders and teaching team for this course:

  • Dr David Lain (Degree Programme Director)
  • Dr Ana Lopes
  • Dr Stefanie Reissner
  • Mrs Jo Clark
  • Dr Susan Addison
  • Dr Benjamin Bader

Delivery

The course is modular, comprising:

  • 180 credits of compulsory and optional modules
  • full time over 12 months

This master’s degree offers you a stimulating curriculum and a supportive teaching and learning environment.

Facilities

Newcastle University Business School is one of the largest Schools in the University. We have over 3,500 students representing over 83 nationalities. This valuable network extends beyond our current students to include:

  • regional, nationality and international leaders
  • alumni
  • leading professionals and practitioners from industry

The Business School is based in a building within the Newcastle Helix development – Newcastle's emerging business district.

Our facilities provide:

  • a flexible and dedicated conference suite with panoramic views across the city
  • Wi-Fi enabled connectivity throughout the building, including three computer clusters housing approximately 120 PCs
  • four large lecture theatres and 21 seminar rooms, providing comfortable teaching and group study space
  • a dedicated Hub, Base, and Lounge providing a balanced mix of study space and relaxation areas
  • a contemporary café

Find out more about Newcastle University Business School

Notes about fees for this course

See Fees and Funding tab in the Programme information in our online Prospectus. https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/degrees/global-human-resource-management-msc/?utm_source=referral-study-link&utm_medium=course-listing&utm_content=global-human-resource-management-msc&utm_campaign=PG3PL-study-link#fees&funding

Entry requirements

2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any subject.

If you do not have a degree we will take your work experience into consideration. You need to have at least two years' of continuous work experience in a relevant field. You will also need to attend an interview (telephone or Skype) and provide a written submission.

International Students

To study this course you need to meet our Band 6 English Language requirements:

Direct Entry: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills)

If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course. 

Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests.

The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages.

Pre-sessional English Course Requirements

  • 6 week Pre-sessional entry: IELTS 6.0 overall (with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in all other sub-skills)    
  • 10 week Pre-sessional entry: IELTS 6.0 overall (with 1 sub-skill at a minimum of 5.0 and 3 sub-skills at a minimum of 5.5, including writing)

You can study a pre-sessional English course at our INTO Newcastle Centre.

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