International Human Resource Management
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 or equivalent from an internationally recognised university (any discipline).
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our Masters programme will prepare you to work as Human Resource Management (HRM) professionals or people managers within international organisations.
You will receive grounding in international HRM, focusing on its development into a strategic function within global organisations. You will develop an awareness of the various elements of HRM practice, notably training and development, recruitment and selection, talent management and performance management. With this MSc course, you will be equipped with a range of analytical, diagnostic and facilitative tools to support your future work. You are required to complete a research-based project in the summer term.
This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), AACSB and EQUIS, thus providing students a route to CIPD membership.
What is unique about Henley’s Masters in International Human Resource Management?
In the module Managing Transformation, students learn about managing change at both a personal and organisational level and have the opportunity to develop change management skills. One of our recent students reported that: “For me personally as a new professional working in the world of consulting, Managing Transformation is the MSc element closest to the real-life business world that equips students with the skills and confidence to proceed in successful career paths.”
Effective leadership requires more than first-class business acumen, it also requires a degree of self-awareness and sensitivity. Our Masters programmes offer you a unique practice-centred approach to teaching equipping you with the tools to become a compelling leader. This approach creates emotionally intelligent graduates who can be fully effective in their chosen careers.
Henley has a strong reputation for the practical application of business ideas and concepts. We are underpinned by academic excellence and the strength of our research. We offer high-quality technical skills training as well as a deep understanding of the importance of personal development for leaders. This is a thread that is woven through all of our Masters programmes.
Our Masters programmes feature a mix of core and optional modules, tailoring your degree towards your needs and career ambitions. You will complete up to 10 taught modules during your programme, totalling 180 credits. One module usually equates to 20 credits or 10 hours of work per week. Your week will include lectures, tutorials, workshops and personal study, with each accounting for 25% of your time on average. This provides you with the opportunity to discuss and explore the material in depth with your lecturers and fellow students.
You will be introduced to the latest thinking and research findings then have the opportunity to challenge those that have created it. You will also explore real-world issues, tackle current business challenges, and interact with guest lectures and speakers from industry. This gives you the opportunity to test, extend and refine your knowledge and skills with confidence.
You will learn and be assessed through a wide variety of teaching methods which vary depending on your chosen Masters programme. These include online materials and multimedia content, guest lectures, individual and group assignments, case studies, field visits, dealing room simulations, presentations, applied projects, consultancy work and examinations.
On average examinations form between 50 - 70% of the assessed work. The remaining comes from coursework, in class tests, written dissertation or project depending on your chosen programme.
While Masters students are self-motivated and determined individuals, study at this level can present additional pressures which we take seriously. Lecturers are available to discuss the content of each module and your academic tutor can meet with you regularly. Support staff are here to help with anything that may arise during your time at Henley.
Information for international students
IELTS requirements: 6.5 with no component below 6.0 in any sub-skills.
Pre-sessional English language programme
If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships are available to support high-potential students. All applications are automatically considered for a scholarship. No separate scholarship application is necessary. Simply submit your application for a Masters programme and you will be automatically notified if you are successful.
Shortlisting and selection are based on academic merit and the candidate’s potential as demonstrated in the application form.
For more details, visit our scholarships webpage.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). The CIPD is the world’s largest chartered HR development professional body and has members from over 120 countries worldwide. Successful students currently in CIPD student membership will also qualify to achieve professional associate status (Assoc. CIPD) at the end of their studies.
Course contact details
- Name
- Global Recruitment Team
- student.recruitment@reading.ac.uk