Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management) | The University of Sunderland
KEY COURSE INFORMATION
- 1 year
- Full time
- £11,500 Tuition fee
- £14,000 International fee
- CID1118 Course code
- 20 Jan 20 Next start date
COURSE OVERVIEW
Our course focuses on problem-solving ability and linking theory to real-world challenges. As part of this, we encourage visits to local companies as well as guest lecturers who share their practical business experiences. We understand that your MBA is part of an onward journey. We offer extensive career support to help you gain a rapid return on your investment in yourself.
In addition to the core elements completed by all our MBA students, you will complete a specialist module: either ‘International Human Resource Management’ or ‘Organisation Development and Change’. You will also undertake a dissertation related to HRM that reflects your personal interests and career aspirations.
As well as this Human Resource Management MBA, we also offer other related courses including a broader MBA and MBAs with a particular focus on Finance, Supply Chain Management and Marketing.
We've partnered with the Chartered Management Institute to offer you dual accreditation with your MBA to enhance your professional profile and add to your achievements. On successful completion of your MBA, you will be eligible for the Chartered Management Institute Level 7 Extended Diploma in Management and Leadership. During your study period, you will also become an Affiliate Member of CMI, which gives you access to CMI’s knowledge resources.
Upcoming start dates
20 January 2020
20 April 2020
WHY US?
- Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
- 'World-leading' research in Business, according to the Latest Research Excellence Framework (REF)
COURSE STRUCTURE
The course mixes taught elements with self-directed research. You can negotiate the topic of the dissertation to reflect your personal interests and career aspirations.
We use a wide variety of teaching and learning methods which include lectures, seminars, class discussions, case studies, group work, presentations and applied study.
Assessment is mainly through the dissertation and assignments, as well as exams in some subjects.
Modules on this course include
- Financial Management and Control (15 Credits)
- Strategic Management in an International Context (15 Credits)
- Professional Management and Leadership Development (30 Credits)
- Value Creation in Organisations - Managing Operations and Marketing (30 Credits)
- Contemporary International Human Resource Management (30 Credits)
- MBA Project (60 Credits)
Entry requirements
This course is designed to support career acceleration for suitably academically qualified applicants. All levels of practical work and work experience will be considered including applications from pre-graduation candidates and candidates with limited or no work experience post-degree who can display that they will benefit from a programme of this type.
All applications are subject to University approval.
Fees and finance
The annual fee is:
- £11,500 if you are from the UK or EU; if you are a University of Sunderland graduate, you will receive a £1,500 alumni discount on your tuition fee.
- £14,000 if you are an international student; all international students applying in 2020 are eligible for a £1,500 scholarship
If you do not wish to pay all of your tuition fees at once, you can choose to pay the remaining 50% up to three months after the start date. If you choose to pay in this way, you will not receive any extra discount, and the total annual cost of this course will be £12,500.
If you are a University of Sunderland graduate, you will receive a £1,500 alumni discount on your tuition fee.
Employment
The MBA in Human Resource Management will help you to build on your experience in Human Resources. The course helps support your professional development, leading to higher salaries, promotion opportunities, greater employability and the flexibility employers are looking for in an evolving job market. Students that have completed this course have gone on to work in human resources for TATA Capital and Shaheen Air International, as well as start their own businesses.
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Accreditation
University of Sunderland in London MBAs are accredited by the CMI, a highly respected professional institution for management. Students achieving the MBA are awarded the CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership in recognition of knowledge enhancement and understanding of the practice of management.
Graduating from a CMI-accredited course has been proven to boost employability by as much as 10%. According to the 2016/17 Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey, 58% of graduates from CMI-accredited courses were in graduate-level employment, further study or training within six months of graduating, compared with 48% from non-accredited business courses (based on UK students).
Guest speakers
We invite business leaders into the University to share their experiences with students. Past speakers include Divine Chocolate’s Head of Sales and Marketing and Sunderland Football Club’s CEO.
Learning from business professionals can be very useful if you’re not sure what career to pursue when you graduate. If you already have a plan for your career, these events are an excellent way to start building a network of business contacts.
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