Course summary
The aim of this course is to develop your skills and knowledge to allow you to pursue a successful career as an HR professional. You will be introduced to specialist knowledge and research evidence that will give you an in-depth understanding of successful people management in organisations. More importantly, you will practice the tools and techniques of strategic and operational Human Resource Management giving you practical insights and experience that will help further your career. The course modules are designed to provide you with expert knowledge of distinct HR subject areas combined with exposure to contemporary debates, policies and practices, keeping you at the forefront of developments in your field. You will develop an understanding of HRM within a range of organisational contexts, and you will be equipped with the analytical and diagnostic skills required of HR professionals in the workplace. In addition to the modules making up this course, you will attend a two-day off-site residential at the end of the taught course that will focus on skills development activities. Attendance at the residential trip is a course requirement and the cost is included within your course fees.
Assessment method
Assessment will be through a range of methods including written assignments, business reports, projects, reflective activities, group work, presentations and examinations.
Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirements for the PGDip will be a recognised and relevant graduate or postgraduate level professional qualification at Level 5/6 or higher. We also look for at least 12 months current working experience within a personnel or HR department, or related area. If you hold a CPP, CTP, HNC/HND or DipHE qualifications or equivalent you will usually need to pass the ‘University Certificate in HRM’ to gain a place on the Diploma. If you have extensive HR or people management experience without the minimum entry requirements, you may be offered an interview with the course leader or an entrance test to assess your suitability for admission to the course. If your first language is not English you must provide evidence of your English language capability at IELTS Level 6.5 or its equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please refer to the University of Northampton website for fee information
Provider information
University of Northampton
The University of Northampton
Waterside Campus
University Drive
Northampton
NN1 5PH