Human Resource Management – (M.Sc.)

Effective human resource management is seen as being increasingly important in achieving business success and positively influencing the performance and wellbeing of employees. Our MSc Human Resource Management degree will enable you to make a significant contribution to people management practice and develop a deep understanding of the changing role of HRM in the development and implementation of employment policies and procedures. You will learn the specialist skills and expertise you need to be effective and influential in a human resources management role at both strategic and operational levels and acquire an in-depth understanding of key policy areas such as recruitment and selection, training and development, employee relations and performance management.
An invaluable three weeks of work experience will give you the opportunity to apply your learning and gain vital industry contacts.
Aimed at managers already working in the field of people management, as well as those who see their careers developing in this direction, the course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and provides you with the knowledge indicators required for membership to membership of the CIPD.
This masters course is located within the School of Management, part of our Business School. With an innovative network of academics and HRM practitioners employed in both business and research, we can provide a unique blend of expertise in human resource management, well-being and leadership practice. You'll have access to the people involved in leading edge of policy and theoretical developments in this ever-changing profession.

Skills

During this course, you'll develop valuable skills in people management, including the key areas of employee relations, employee development and employee resourcing. You will graduate with an advanced practical and theoretical understanding of all areas of HRM. Development of research abilities is also emphasised, and you'll learn techniques and strategies that will enable you to critically reflect on your workplace experiences, and create your own ongoing programme of professional development.

Career Prospects

As Edinburgh's top university for Graduate Employability (HESA 2010) and one of the top in the UK for Graduate Prospects (The Independent and The Times University Guides for 2009), we can offer you a valuable head-start in your chosen career.
According to the Sunday Times University Guide of 2007, our HRM students have the best graduate employment prospects of all Scottish institutions. While graduate employment rates vary from year to year, the area of human resources management is one that offers many opportunities, particularly if you are prepared to relocate. We have excellent links with local employers.