Entry requirements
All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you want to discuss your previous qualifications and experience before applying, please contact our admissions team.
Applicants should possess either:
- A minimum of a 2:2 class degree in any subject, equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree; or
- Professional work experience in a related field and/or other prior qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5.
If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of
these countries.
Months of entry
May, October
Course content
Develop business-competent HR practices within a global context with this fully online MSc International Human Resource Management from a triple accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS) Management School.
The essence of the programme considers the international dimension and implications of all core HRM practices and their impact on core business functions, including the complexities of managing people across multiple countries, legislative frameworks and cultures, management of expat staff and workforce diversity.
Teaching methods and style
This programme is designed to be studied wholly online and part-time. Teaching is delivered through our state-of-the-art virtual learning environment, which provides students with access to all resources required for interactive study online. On this platform you will be encouraged to work collaboratively with classmates and actively read around your topic through our comprehensive library of eBooks and journals.
Methods of assessment
Assessment is exclusively through online assignments rather than examinations. You will be assessed through a range of activities, including written assignments, discussion forum participation and journal entries.
Career destinations
Upon successful graduation, you will be able to demonstrate enhanced skills and knowledge that enable you to be highly effective managers and HR professionals, who are also able to strategically influence their organisations through people and human resource management and development.
Potential career destinations include Human Resources, Personnel, Recruitment, Management, Business Development, Training and Development.
Gaining an online degree from the original redbrick university is guaranteed to help you stand out in a crowded graduate market. The University of Liverpool achieved Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning Rankings 2024.
Information for international students
International students may be eligible for Regional Scholarships of up to 20%. To find out more, please contact our admissions team.
Fees and funding
International students
£16,868
Full tuition fee – £16,868 (2024/2025 academic year)
The tuition fee is fully inclusive of all costs: teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits. If you live in England, you may be eligible for a postgraduate loan to cover some of the programme cost. If you are not eligible for a student loan, you will be offered a simple monthly payment plan to spread the cost of your tuition over the duration of your studies.
Scholarships and Discounts
- A UK Scholarship of 20% is available for students residing in the United Kingdom, who enrol on the May 2025 intake of our full master’s awards.
- An Executive Scholarship of 15% is available for the May 2025 intake.
- 10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni.
- You will receive a 5% discount if you choose to pay the full tuition fee upfront.
*All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence. Where we are required to add sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the tuition fees shown and confirmed during the payment process.
Please note that scholarships cannot be combined. However, it is possible for students to combine discounts or use them with scholarships depending on eligibility.
