International Human Resource Management

Are you looking to start a global career in human resource management in this exciting, challenging and influential area of business? The MSc International Human Resource Management degree from the University of Portsmouth prepares graduates from any national background for success in human resources (HR) and people management, anywhere in the world.

The International Human Resource Management degree from the University of Portsmouth , tailored to the global environment, will develop your knowledge of HR and people management in an international context. You’ll study alongside students from a range of nationalities and culturesand have the opportunity to network with professionals as you learn about the globalisation of business and its effect on the HR industry.

You’ll explore topics including why HR measures that are effective in one country can fail in another, even within the same organisation. This practical course considers the opportunities and challenges of human resource management and people management practice in a global setting.

When you graduate you'll have the skills to manage people across borders, and to handle cross-cultural issues in international human resources. These skills are in demand in the HR industry and beyond; you'll be ready to advance your career in business development, recruitment, or training and development.

Upon completion of this course, you’ll be eligible for internationally recognised associate Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) membership which demonstrates your commitment to the highest standards of the profession,as well as being equipped with the knowledge and skills to start a career as an HR practitioner or as a people manager in a global environment.

Highlights

• Compare human resource practices across different regions of the world
• Gain expertise in issues around ethics and sustainability in a global context and its impact on the world of work
• Learn from experienced lecturers and practitioners from international human resource backgrounds
• Practically develop your professional and managerial skills
• Consider the theory and practice of HRM in the global business environment

• Eligibility for associate CIPD membership once you graduate

Careers and opportunities

Once you complete this Master's in International Human Resource Management, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge, to operate successfully in a global environment.

On successful completion of course you will be entitled to apply for Associate membership of the CIPD.

Graduates of this course have gone onto roles such as:

• HR Business Partner

• Learning and Development Specialist

• Recruitment Consultancy

• Pay and Benefits Specialist

• HR Consultant

• HR Manager

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

Modules include:

• Professional Skills

• Resourcing and Talent Management

• Global Employment Relations

• Business Ethics and Sustainability

• Learning and Development — Global Perspectives

• Global Human Resource Management — Challenges and Debates

• Leadership and Change

• Strategy and the Global Context

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