Course summary

This part-time course is for HR practitioners and line managers with a PGDip in Human Resource Management (HRM). Upgrade your qualification to a master's degree in a supportive environment. Reflect on workplace practice and research an area of strategic importance for your organisation. The course will enable you to apply your research skills to a pertinent, workplace people management issue. The course consists of one module, Research Project, which will equip you to become a skilled and critical researcher in people management. The module's focus is to provide you with the knowledge to plan and complete an independent research project. And to understand the impact of business and management research on workplace practice, people and organisations or policy. As well as your own practice. Attendance on campus is for three, full-day workshops during the first semester. You'll then work with an academic supervisor on your chosen project. Why study with us

• The course team are experienced HRM practitioners and combine evidence-based practice with theory. This provides you with contemporary knowledge of HRM and real-world understanding.

• Being able to study and work means you'll have the opportunity to put your learning into practice. Using your knowledge to make organisational developments.

• Develop the HRM knowledge and research skills required to become a contemporary people manager. Studying as a part-time group allows for the opportunity to compare practices and learn from the experiences of others.