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This programme explores how people are recruited, supported, developed and engaged within contemporary organisations. The curriculum examines work, employment relations, talent development, reward and organisational change, linking conceptual study with current questions in fair, inclusive and effective workplace practice.
Scenario-based learning develops your ability to weigh policy, evidence and employee experience when responding to people-related issues. You will work through guided activities, applied scenarios and peer discussion, developing a disciplined approach to evidence, communication and independent work.
The curriculum foregrounds ethical judgement and employee wellbeing while recognising the practical demands of organisational performance. Learning is organised for online participation, with clear milestones, tutor feedback and space to connect ideas across the programme. Throughout, opportunities to compare perspectives and receive formative feedback help consolidate your understanding, refine your judgement and prepare you to engage confidently with unfamiliar professional challenges. The final stage invites you to bring your learning together in a sustained piece of work.
What You’ll Learn
- Explain key approaches to managing people at work
- Apply fair recruitment and selection principles
- Evaluate learning, development and performance practices
- Interpret employment relations and workplace policy issues
- Support inclusive organisational cultures
- Produce well-reasoned people management recommendations
Programme Structure
Level 4
- Academic Practice for HRM
- Introduction to People Management
- Organisations and Work
- Business Communication
- Employment Law Fundamentals
Level 5
- Resourcing and Talent Development
- Employee Relations
- Learning and Development
- Reward and Performance
- People Analytics
Level 6
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Organisational Development
- Wellbeing and Inclusion at Work
- Employment Relations in Practice
- Human Resource Management Project
Entry Requirements
Applicants are normally expected to have completed secondary education or an equivalent qualification. Relevant work experience and prior learning may be considered alongside academic study. Applicants should be comfortable with independent online learning.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate English-language proficiency appropriate for degree-level study. Equivalent evidence of English proficiency may be considered as part of the application.
Assessment
Assessment is designed to develop academic understanding and applied judgement through written assignments, case analyses, projects, presentations, reflective tasks and a substantial final-stage project. Timed or examination-style assessments may be used where they are appropriate to the module learning outcomes.
Career Opportunities
- HR Administrator
- Recruitment Coordinator
- Learning and Development Assistant
- People Operations Coordinator
- Employee Relations Assistant
- Talent Acquisition Assistant
Further Study
Graduates may progress to master’s study in human resource management, organisational psychology, employment relations or business management, as well as continuing professional learning in people practice.