International Business and Human Resource Management MSc
Master
In Leicester
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Leicester
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Duration
12 Months
People are an organisation’s most important asset; maximising their potential is key to a business’ success. On this course, you will learn how you can play a key role in developing, reinforcing and changing the culture of an organisation through effective management of human resources and creation of sound business strategy.
In-depth study of practice and contemporary theories will equip you with an advanced knowledge of management principles in business and HR. We will take the study of management and organisations from its historical roots to the present day, and, using real-life examples, we will teach you to critically analyse organisational development and the possible consequences on human resource management.
The international aspect to the course allows you to explore the complexities of management within organisations that operate and trade across multiple countries, and gain an understanding of management in a global context. Learn how to look at company accounts from both the shareholder and the company perspectives, and discover the importance of organisational culture and identity. You will also evaluate the impact that external affairs can have on organisational strategy and behaviour.
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About this course
Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification.
Applications from those without formal qualifications but with significant professional experience in business or human resource management will be considered individually.
Key features
You will be taught by academics with international reputations for research and teaching within management and business. Our academics have backgrounds in professional sectors and research all of which will influence and support your learning.
Gain valuable industry insight, with guest lectures from prominent industry professionals who bring personal experiences and knowledge to your learning.
During one of your assessments you will take part in a state-of-the-art, computer driven business simulation exercise.
This course offers a carefully selected range of optional modules allowing you to tailor the course to your career aspirations, be that launching a small business or growing an established company.
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Subjects
- Accounts
- International
- Global
- HRM
- International Business
- Company Accounts
- Resource Management
- Accounting for Managers
- Managers
- Accounting
- Finance issues
Course programme
- Accounting for Managers – provides an overview of accounting and finance issues. You will look at company accounts from both the shareholder and the company perspectives.
- Critical Management in a Global Context – provides you with a critical understanding of management and organisations in a global context. The module will be informed by critical management and organisation studies.
- People Management and Organisation – provides you with the skills to conduct and critically analyse organisational development, including its consequences on human resources management (HRM). The relevant theoretical principles and models of change management, HRM and organisational behaviour will be considered and applied in a practical management context using case studies and real-life examples.
- Research Methods – introduces you to the basic elements of research methodology and the complete range of methods suitable for research in finance, accounting and business. It also aims to help you in defining a research topic and the production of a suitable research proposal for your dissertation.
- International Strategic Management, Markets and Resources – explore the integrative nature of strategic management and examine the contrasting perspectives between competitive positioning and the resource-based view of an organisation. You will also evaluate the impact of the external environment on organisational strategy, behaviour and management.
- International Human Resource Management - explores the complexities of managing HRM within organisations that cross national boundaries, and on comparative HRM within different national contexts.
Plus two options from the following*:
- Business Creation and Innovation
- Globalisation
- Managing Employment Relations
- Managing Organisational Change
- Global Outsourcing Offshoring
Dissertation – You must also undertake a dissertation, providing an invaluable opportunity to work with an international focus, on an HRM topic of your choice. You will need to apply and enhance technical knowledge and critical awareness in a subject of your choice.
Note: All modules are subject to change in order to keep content current.
*The running of certain modules will be subject to student demand.
Teaching and assessmentTeaching will be delivered through formal lectures, informal seminars, tutorials, workshops, discussions, and e-learning packages. You may also benefit from inspirational guest speakers, who will bring their own personal experiences and knowledge to your learning.
Assessment will usually be through a combination of individual and group work, presentations, essays, reports and exams. In addition, a particular feature of the course will be to take part in a state-of-the-art, computer driven business simulation exercise, which will integrate many aspects of your learning and development.
Additional information
September: N1N671
January: N1N672
International Business and Human Resource Management MSc