Course summary
Develop business-competent HR practices within a global context with this fully online MSc International Human Resource Management. 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. Why study this subject? Developed by leading academics in the University of Liverpool’s AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS accredited Management School, you will engage with emerging contemporary issues for HRM including changing work practices and forms of flexible and remote working, and the impact of technology including the use of AI and big data. You will also explore topics such as ethical and sustainable business practices, finance and data analysis for managers, and managing change and conflict. 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. 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.
Modules
Strategic Human Resource Management (15 credits) Becoming a Leader (15 credits) Ethical and Sustainable Business Practice (15 credits) Finance and Data Analysis for Managers (15 credits) Strategic Learning, Training and Development (15 credits) Managing Change and Conflict (15 credits) People and Performance Management (15 credits) Research Methods (15 credits) Dissertation (60 credits)
Assessment method
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.
How to apply
International applicants
International applicants based overseas may be eligible for a range of scholarships of up to 20%. To learn if you are eligible, contact our admissions team on our website.
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 us now via LiveChat. Applicants should possess either: -A minimum of a 2:1 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 the eligible countries on our website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £16065 | Whole course |
International | £16065 | Whole course |
England | £16065 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £16065 | Whole course |
Scotland | £16065 | Whole course |
Wales | £16065 | Whole course |
Channel Islands | £16065 | Whole course |
Republic of Ireland | £16065 | Whole 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
Provider information
University of Liverpool
The Foundation Building
765 Brownlow Hill
Liverpool
L69 7ZX