Overview

Exit Award only

Students on the MSc (Human Resource Management) programme who successfully complete taught modules to the value of 60 credits may opt to exit the programme with a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.

Programme Requirements

For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements. 

Programme Requirements

Module List

Code	Title	Credits
Students take 60 credits as follows:
Core Modules
BU6005	Applied Research Methods	5
BU6513	Business Case for Analytics	5
MG6802	Human Resource Management in a Global Context	10
MG6805	Managing the Employment Relationship	5
MG6822	Talent Management and Development	10
MG6824	Developing Skills for Business Leadership	5
MG6826	Leadership and Management Development	5
MG6827	Creating Healthy Workplaces	5
MG6828	Psychology at Work	5
MG6829	Managing Human Resources Strategically	5
Total Credits		60

Examinations

Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Programme Learning Outcomes for Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate written communication skills to a high professional standard;
  
• Demonstrate oral communication skills to a high professional standard;
  
• Apply appropriate HRM theoretical perspectives to organisational contexts;
  
• Demonstrate capacity to reflect on own learning to enhance effective practice;
  
• Assess the contribution of HRM to business sustainability;
  
• Apply regulatory requirements to HRM environments and settings;
  
• Generate and justify solutions to address people-centred problems.