BA (Hons)
Human Resource Management*

UCAS code

HRMB

Year of entry

2018
2019

UCAS Tariff

112

Duration

3 YRS (FT)

Institution code

G53

Location

Wrexham

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If you are looking for a career with opportunities to influence innumerable aspects of an organisation and to play a part in influencing strategic business decisions, then this programme is for you.

‘People are our most valuable asset’ is an often quoted tenet among business leaders. Within the BA HRM programme you will learn both general business theory and specific HR theory. In addition, you will be learning and practicing some of the core HR/Business skills that are transferrable across the wider business sector. We aim to create a sound foundation on which to build your career in Business, with specialist knowledge and skills in HR to make the most of that ‘valuable asset’.

In the North Wales Business School, all students benefit from the university’s links to businesses, with over 1,500 industrial global partners including giants of the finance world - KPMG, Grant Thornton, Santander and DTCC. These connections provide our students with work placement opportunities as well as networking and development sessions. In addition, graduates from this programme may progress to our CIPD accredited Master Programme in HRM.

As our degrees are accredited by the CMI, all our graduating students will also receive a level 5 Diploma/Certificate in Leadership & Management from the CMI worth over £1,300 at no additional expense.

*Subject to Validation. The University reviews its courses on a regular basis to ensure that they reflect the needs of students and employers. To do this we have a schedule for approving new programmes, and updating existing ones. Some are awaiting their turn in the approval cycle and are shown as 'subject to validation'. As soon as the award is validated, details will be amended automatically. For those courses listed as subject to validation, please contact the Admissions Office on 01978 293439 for further information. Once a programme that you have applied for is validated, details will be communicated to you. If you are not happy with the changes made and wish to withdraw your choice, the University will assist you with finding an alternative programme.

KEY COURSE FEATURES

The Business School has excellent links with professional bodies and business experts who enhance our teaching with guest lectures.
Work placement opportunities are available to all of our students who demonstrate a good standard of engagement and professionalism during their studies.
All students gain first-hand experience of applying their knowledge as they work with real businesses on a relevant projects.
This degree is accredited by the CMI, all our graduating students will also receive a level 5 Diploma/Certificate in Leadership & Management from the CMI worth over £1,300 at no additional expense.

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?

As part of the degree we will provide all of our students with direct, practical experience. It will certainly involve real life event management experience during your studies. However, it could also include the opportunity to take a work placement that will significantly enhance your CV and employment prospects.

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)

MODULES

Business Environment
Business Communication Skills for Marketing
Economics
Marketing Essentials
Data Analytics and Understanding ‘Big Data’
Business and Finance

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)

CORE MODULES

HRM for Business
Engaging and Leading People
Business Law
Contemporary HRM

OPTIONAL MODULES

Work placement 2
Work based project

YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)

MODULES

Strategic Thinking
Employment Law
International Human Resource Management
Business Sustainability and Growth
Dissertation

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND APPLYING

BA (Hons) Human Resource Management*

UCAS code: TBC

The academic requirements for the course are 112 UCAS tariff points at GCE A-level or equivalent from a minimum of two A levels and GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C or equivalent. Appropriate AS-Level and Level 3 Key Skills qualifications will also be taken into account.

If you have studied in another European country, please check the Entry Requirements for your qualification.

International Students -BA (Hons) Human Resource Management*
If you are an international student please visit the countries page and select your country to see the relevant academic and English language entry requirements.

ASSESSMENT & TEACHING

Students are assessed in a variety of ways over the course of their undergraduate studies. The balance between the different forms of assessment is determined by the different aims and learning outcomes of the core and option modules. Assessment methods include academic essays, presentations, reports, simulation exercises and examinations.

TEACHING AND LEARNING

Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

Teaching methods include workshop-based core skills modules, lectures by practitioners, student-led seminars and guided research.

Independent learning is an important aspect of all modules, as it enables students to develop both their subject specific and key skills. Independent learning is promoted through the feedback given to students, which takes several forms including small group and one-to-one discussions.

CAREER PROSPECTS

The Careers & Zone at Wrexham Glyndŵr University is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

We offer an innovative degree programme that fosters enthusiasm, determination and a willingness to learn. Business leaders have assessed our new curriculum, so you can be confident we are teaching the skills and expertise they require.

Our work placement represents a fantastic opportunity for students to develop their CV, build corporate relationships and improve their confidence in a professional environment. We encourage all of our business students to take a placement as part of their studies and endeavour to find all those interested a relevant organisation.

FEES AND FUNDING

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront.

For 2018/19, Wrexham Glyndŵr University’s tuition fees will be £9,000 per year for a full time undergraduate degree course.

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the FAQs section of those pages.

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