HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT at University of Salford

On this programme, you will develop your understanding of Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D) practices across a variety of organisational settings, taking into account the way national and international contexts impact upon people management. The programme is suitable for both UK and international students.

"I’ve always been the type of person that hates public speaking. However, I know that going into HR – the career I want – I need to stand up in front of people if I’m doing presentations or going to conferences. If I progress, I need to be confident. I feel like my presentation skills and confidence have improved, especially with legal and academic language." Read more about student Hannah Murphy's experience on the course and the opportunity she had on the Tribunals Project to develop her skills.

The programme is highly industry-focussed and culminates in the Industry Collaboration Project.  You will choose one of four options to research a real industry problem and provide evidence-based solutions, helping you put your learning into practice.

This is an Advanced Level programme, recognised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). On completion of the course and successfully meeting the accredited CIPD standards, you will also receive an Advanced Level Certificate from the CIPD.

Full-time students who opt for the CIPD pathway automatically gain entrance to the CIPD National conference and Exhibition in Manchester - the leading HRM conference in the UK. Full-time students automatically gain entrance to the CIPD National conference and Exhibition in Manchester - the leading HRM conference in the UK.

You can study this programme full-time or part-time during the day.  There is also an option to study part-time in the evening, please visit the web page. This route is intended for graduates who currently work in the field and who require professional accreditation, as well as those who intend to move into a career in Human Resource Management and Development.

The course also offers a distance learning option through our official partner Robert Kennedy College, Zurich, Switzerland. Please note this option does not carry the CIPD accreditation.

You will:

• Gain practical people management skills
• Develop an in depth understand of human resources management
• Explore human resources management theory in a global context