Course Description
MSc in Human Resource Management
The DCU MSc in Human Resource Management prepares students to become leaders in people management and organisational change.
The innovative and distinguishing features of the programme are its focus on international elements of management, its emphasis on enhancing leadership capability, and the importance given to building professional competencies.
You will also develop insights into the latest developments in HRM, including cross-cultural management, people management, and the strategic importance of the HR function.
The objectives of the programme are to provide graduates with:
An in-depth understanding of the theories and conceptual frameworks underpinning people management.
Insights into the latest developments in HRM.
An understanding of the strategic level of analysis at which business decisions are made and of the links between management of human resources, business strategy, finance and performance.
Expertise in cross-cultural management, industrial relations and managing human resources internationally.
Opportunities to acquire the professional competencies required to work successfully in a human resource management environment or as a manager engaged in managing human resources.
The skills to undertake and implement organisational level research.
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| College | Dublin City University (DCU) |
| Course Location | Glasnevin, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 9 |
| Course Category | Business |
| Awarding Body | Dublin City University |
| Awarding Body Details | MSc in Human Resource Management |
| Entry Requirements | Requirements General Entry Requirements For admission to the M.Sc. in Human Resource Management candidates must hold – A 2.1 Honours degree in a Business discipline, or equivalent international qualification OR A 2.1 Honours degree in a relevant non-Business discipline eg. Social Sciences or Humanities, or equivalent international qualification OR Professional qualifications in Human Resource Management and/or 5 years or more relevant professional experience in people management International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language. More information about English language requirements for DCU Business School can be found here. Fees Full time EU Status Fee €10,750 Non EU Fee €16,750 |
| Carear Path | Graduates will find employment with multinational companies, consultancy firms, the public sector and not-for-profit organisations. Graduates pursue specialist or generalist roles in human resource management, training and development, employee relations, research, consultancy, or as general managers particularly in international firms. Recent employers include Intel Ireland, ESB International, Bristol Myers Squibb, Trinity Mirror Group PLC, Tesco Ireland, DELL, Google Ireland, Mazars Ireland, ePeople Recruitment and Smurfit Kappa Group. There are also opportunities for those wishing to undertake further study to doctoral level. Accreditation This programme is fully accredited by CIPD. Successful graduates thus qualify with both the Masters degree and a professional qualification (associate membership of CIPD). It equips students to become leaders in the fast-changing world of HR or in international business where there are responsibilities for people management. |
| Phone | +353 (0) 1 (01) 700 5265 |
| Course Code | DC632 |
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