Managing Human Resources, MA

About Managing Human Resources, MA - at University of West London

Course summary

Overview This Master's course in human resource management has been designed primarily to meet the career development needs of human resource (HR) managers, advisers and administrators.
Here at the University of West London, you will be encouraged to take a critical perspective on current theory and practice throughout the course. You will learn to analyse complex problems and to devise creative solutions to those problems - and you'll develop all the skills you need to conduct research into HRM issues.
The MA course also meets the Advanced Level knowledge requirements of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) for entry into a professional membership grade. 

Why choose this course?
As one of the largest providers in the UK, we are uniquely placed to draw on our experience and expertise to provide proven and valuable learning for HR professionals.
The modules on this course closely follow the CIPD postgraduate syllabus structure to enable you to transfer between other providers who do likewise.
Tutor information
Our academic staff have an enviable blend of theoretical knowledge and real-world experience, with over 100 years of combined industry experience in areas such as logistics, finance, tourism, IT, manufacturing, and leadership. Their knowledge is extensive, current and, most importantly, transferable.
The Claude Littner Business School
The University of West London is proud to offer students the opportunity to study at the Claude Littner Business School. At  this ideally located London university you can benefit from our close proximity to the Thames Valley's M4 corridor, Heathrow Airport and the City of London. Sitting at the heart of the London Golden Mile we are in a unique position to connect our students, faculty and businesses together. We have strong links with national and international employers and our graduates find employment in multiple sectors - often in senior positions.
We're a leading provider of national and international business and finance education - we can give you the knowledge and skills to flourish and to get your ideas off the ground.
When you graduate from the Claude Littner Business School, you join an ever-growing and impressive list of alumni.

The business school was launched by Alan Sugar in 2014 and named in honour of the University alumnus Claude Littner.
Take a look at the video below to find out more about the Claude Littner Business School.

Career and study progression
When you pass, you can apply for individual Chartered Membership of the CIPD. This grade of membership is regarded as essential for progression into HR management and consultancy. Anecdotal evidence suggests that students who complete this course, and thereby gain professional membership of the CIPD, are successful in furthering their careers in the HR profession. 
If you're already working in the HRM/people management field, this course is designed to enhance your abilities in your current job role and will prepare you for promotion. And if you want to take our MBA course after completing your MA, you may be exempt from some of its modules.

Other options available for MA Managing Human Resources

• Full time - September 2017, Ealing site

Fees

Fees for home and EU students

Main fee£4500

Fees for overseas students

Main fee£6650Find out if you are a home or overseas student.

Funding

A range of loans, bursaries and scholarships are available to help you fund your studies.

Students on some Masters courses may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan of up to £10,000 as a contribution towards their course and living costs. Find out how to apply for a Postgraduate Loan on GOV.UK

Other loans available to postgraduate students include Professional and Career Development Loans, which also allow you to borrow up to £10,000.  Find out more about Loans on GOV.UK

Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as disabled students. Find out more about funding opportunities

Within the university, we offer a range of scholarships and bursaries including:

• The William Brake Bursary: a £1,000 award for candidates on undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses
• The Mollie Clay Scholarship: a £2,500 scholarship awarded to an outstanding student
• Exclusive alumni discounts: a £2,000 discount on taught postgraduate courses or a 10% discount on research courses, exclusive to students who graduated from the University of West London.

Other scholarships are also available, including awards for specific subjects. Find out more and check your eligibility for the scholarships and bursaries listed above.

Please note fees are paid for each year of study unless otherwise stated. You will be required to re-enrol and pay fees at the beginning of each academic year. Fees may be subject to government regulations on fee increases. Future inflationary increases will be applied to each subsequent year of the course, subject to government regulations on fee increases.

Entry requirements

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