International Human Resource Management MSc

A respected academic qualification that distinguishes you as an HR professional with knowledge of the issues that affect international HRM
Eligibility for Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) when you successfully graduate
Close proximity to the CIPD head office and library in Wimbledon, and to London for networking
One year full-time and two year part-time study options
Career and employability focus through the consultancy project and ‘theory into practice' approach
A supportive and pleasant study environment with students from various industry and international backgrounds
Worldwide school and staff collaborations that support an international curriculum and ensure that the course has global relevance
Teaching quality that has been rated ‘excellent' by the Higher Education Funding Council (only a few of the UK business schools have received such recognition)
Students can use their management report (and dissertation) to shape the direction of their subsequent career
Flexible attendance pattern for part time students
HRM seminar series delivered by leading HRM managers, recruitment specialists and talent development consultants with Kingston Business School's own renowned academics

This course produces graduates who are ready to succeed in senior human resources jobs with responsibilities in one or more countries.

Recent alumni job titles include:

HR co-ordinator, MTV;
HR manager, HSBC Bank;
HR adviser, O2;
HR adviser, Air France;
HR officer, Arab Jordan Investment Bank;
senior personnel officer, London Borough of Hounslow;
HR co-ordinator, Institute of Quality Assurance;
careers adviser, University of London Careers Service;
chief resources officer, HSA Healthcare;
HR adviser, Teddington Studios;
training officer in management development, Hertfordshire Constabulary;
HR adviser, VSO;
HR officer, Starbucks; and
HR officer, Budweiser.

a good honours degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised international higher education provider and a clear interest in studying HRM at a postgraduate level, with a view to CIPD membership and a career in HR management; or
some experience as an HR professional who has already completed CIPD qualifications to Intermediate level; or
at least two years' HR and/or management experience.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Students who complete this programme are eligible for CIPD membership.