International Human Resource Management and Comparative Industrial Relations MSc
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MSc (full-time)
UK/EU students (per annum): £9,600
International students (per annum): £15,200
Degree awarded: Master of Science
Duration: 12 Months. [Full-Time]
Entry requirements:
We normally look for a UK bachelor degree with first or upper second class honours, or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline.
When assessing your academic record, we take into account your grade average, position in class, references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. We particularly welcome applications from institutions of high ranking and repute.
Course fees: For entry in the academic year beginning September 2013, the tuition fees are as follows:
Additional expenses: Please note: There is a £450 administrative fee payable to Manchester Business School on arrival if you choose to register with the CIPD. A fee of £170 is required by the CIPD when you sign up for Graduate Membership with them.
Scholarships/sponsorships: Contact us for further information on scholarships available.
Related website: www.mbs.ac.uk/programmes/masters/courses/human-res-manage-comp-rel/
Academic department: Manchester Business School
Contact email: pg@mbs.ac.uk
Contact telephone: +44 (0)161 306 1339
How to apply:
Course options
| Full-time | Part-time | Full-time distance learning | Part-time distance learning | |
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| MSc | Y | N | N | N |
Course description
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Advancing technology means the world is getting smaller. Put your HR career on the global stage with a degree that focuses on managing people across borders and putting human resources into an international context.
With more and more people working for international corporations or global international supply chains, the study of international human resources and industrial relations is becoming ever more important. The increasing globalisation of the economy and pan-national employment legislation also means the ability to compare processes and practices across continents is a sought-after skill.
This CIPD-accredited course is extremely advantageous in securing a career in HRM. It gives you an understanding of the differences between the employment practices and industrial relations systems of varying countries and multinationals, and how they are influenced by social and economic factors. You also look at the influence of economic integration on changing systems of employment and industrial relations.
Successful completion of the course entitles you to Graduate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Close links are maintained with local branches of the CIPD via guest speakers. You gain real-life experience and boost your CV through workshops by leading HR practitioners and attending a live employment tribunal case. The CIPD awards an annual course prize for the best performance on the course.
If you are interested in domestic human resource management you might like to consider our MSc Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations.
Course unit details
The course consists of both compulsory and optional taught units. Compulsory course units include: Comparative Industrial Relations*; Human Resource Management: Strategy and Practice*; Multinationals and Comparative Employment Systems*; Research Methods for Organisations*; International Labour Law and Regulation*; and International Human Resource Management*. Optional course units include: International Management; Human Resource Management: Context and Organisation*; Management of International Change*; and Organisation Development.
* These courses are compulsory in order to achieve CIPD recognition.
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Full entry requirements
Academic entry qualification overview:
We normally look for a UK bachelor degree with first or upper second class honours, or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline.
When assessing your academic record, we take into account your grade average, position in class, references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. We particularly welcome applications from institutions of high ranking and repute.
English language:
For the latest information on demonstrating your English proficiency for those whose first language is not English, please see our language requirements.
Other international entry requirements: We accept a range of qualifications from different countries. For these and general requirements including English language see entry requirements for your country.
Advice to applicants
Statement of Purpose
Your statement of purpose should answer specific questions outlined below. Applications will not be successful without this statement.
- Please tell us your current or final average mark for the subjects you have studied in your degree, and if possible your position in class.
- Please tell us why you are interested in studying Human Resource Management at MBS and how the course will impact on your future.
- It is competitive to gain a place on the course. Please tell us what makes you stand out as an applicant compared to others.
How your application is considered
Applications cannot normally be processed without copies of the following:
- up-to-date English language score outlining individual element scores (where applicable)
- up-to-date transcript
- two academic references (at least one will be required at the time of application)
- statement of purpose
- copy of passport (for non home/EU students only)
Scanned copies will be accepted at the time of application.
Deferrals
Re-applications
Teaching and learning
Disability support
Career opportunities
It will be particularly helpful for those intending to pursue careers within multinational companies based in the UK or elsewhere and broaden the international understanding of HR professionals who wish to work in a global context .
More details on our Careers Service.
Latest information on visa changes and opportunities in the UK for international students.
Academic department
Manchester Business School
Academic department overview
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Contact details
Contact name: Masters Admissions Office
Telephone: +44 (0)161 306 1339
Email: pg@mbs.ac.uk
Website: www.mbs.ac.uk/programmes/masters/courses/human-res-manage-comp-rel/