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Human Resource Development and Training Management

Institution
University of Portsmouth · School of Organisations, Systems and People
Qualifications
PGDip
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Entry requirements

Three years' experience in an HR or training role.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Overview

Grow your understanding of human resource development as you study while you work on this flexible, part-time postgraduate course. To apply for this course you should be working in human resources and hold an undergraduate degree or a level 5 CIPD degree.

This course is for anyone involved in HRD who wants to learn to get the most out of people.

You’ll study at your own pace, supported by your personal tutor and lecturers with professional industry experience.

This degree will underpin your practical experience with human resource development theory and develop your understanding of your role in your organisation within a wider context. You’ll network with other professionals and build your human resource and training knowledge.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and aligns with the CIPD’s professional standards map so you'll graduate with a professionally recognised diploma.

You'll become a student CIPD member as soon as you start the course. After you graduate you could become an associate or chartered CIPD member depending on your level in the workplace.

Course highlights

    • Learn flexibly at your own pace
    • Study alongside your job
    • Develop your understanding of HR development and training
    • Learn from and network with industry professionals
    • Be supported by professional staff, including your personal tutor
    • Study a CIPD accredited diploma

Accredited by
This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). On successful completion, providing students are in active CIPD membership, students will automatically gain Associate membership of the CIPD. They will also gain the eligibility to potentially upgrade their membership to Chartered depending on their experience.
The University of Portsmouth has earned business accreditation from the AACSB in recognition of the outstanding quality of its business and management education. Less than six percent of the world's schools offering business degree programs hold AACSB business accreditation.

Careers and opportunities

After you graduate you’ll be ready to advance your career with your CIPD status and your solid understanding of the theories behind human resource development and training.

During the course you’ll speak to and work with other professionals and fellow students, building on your professional relationships and expanding your network.

Career planning

During your course you'll have expert career support from our Careers and Employability Centre, your tutors and your lecturers. We'll support you for 5 years after you graduate, whether you want to boost your current career path or move to a different role in human resources.

You'll benefit from:

  • Networking events
  • Workshops to enhance your employability skills
  • 1-to-1 appointments
  • CV and cover letter advice
  • Interview preparation and practice

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGDip
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

2-4 years part-time

Course contact details

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University Admissions Centre
Email
admissions@port.ac.uk
Phone
023 9284 5566
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