Human Resource Management - Cork

This programme allows graduates to apply for advanced level membership of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, CIPD, and will aid them as their career progresses to strategic roles in organisations.



The programme is designed to expose students to current issues in the Human Resource Management domain at a strategic level. This Masters programme has been designed in consultation with industry to respond to changes that have taken place in the HR area. It is aimed at professionals in the Human Resource discipline who wish to further their career and enhance their skillset.



Award

Master of Arts in Human Resource Management (Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications).

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Human Resource Management (Level 8) at grade H2.2 or higher. Graduates of cognate Honours programmes who have attained a grade H2.2 and a minimum of 20 credits of HRM modules or HR experience may also be eligible. The programme is offered on a modular basis and requires learners to attain 90 credits.



All applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency (IELTS score of at least 6.0). English language tests must be undertaken no more than two years prior to the start of the programme.



What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

1 year full-time. This course is also offered on a part-time basis. for more information go to https://www.mtu.ie/courses/crbhrmn9pt/



Course Structure: Full-time



No. of weeks per semester: 15

No. of timetable hours per week: circa 18

Which days: Monday to Friday

Duration: 2 semesters plus Research Dissertation



Part Time

Course Delivery

Stage 1/Semester 1 & 2, and Stage 2/Semester 1 – Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm – 10pm, with occasional Saturdays.



Stage 2/Semester 2 – Dissertation (supervision dates to be advised).



Places are limited. Applications are assessed on a first come, first served basis.



This programme will be blended delivery in the coming academic year. While much of the lectures will take place online, students may be required to attend campus on a couple of occasions each semester and will have to attend on-campus for their final examinations at the end of each semester.

Progression

Graduates of the Master of Arts in Human Resource Management are eligible to apply for advanced-level membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, CIPD.