BA (Hons)
Human Resource Management

Accredited

by CMI

Strong links

with professional bodies and businesses

CMI diploma

award in leadership & management

UCAS code: HRMB

Year of entry: 2019

UCAS Tariff: 112

Duration: 3 YRS (FT)

Institution code: G53

Location: Wrexham

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A degree in Human Resource Management (HRM) from Glyndwr University will present you with the relevant skills you need to successfully manage organisations and their people in today’s fast-paced, and often challenging business environments.

As a student on this course, you will learn all about the evolving nature of work, and the strategic and operational role HRM plays in business performance and strategy, leadership and people management, recruitment and talent management, employee relations, employee wellbeing, and much more. You will apply cutting-edge, contemporary research and theory to your studies, and you will participate in lively and dynamic lecture discussions and debates on real-time HRM issues with your lecturers and fellow students.

You will be taught by a range of highly professional academics, who bring a wealth of practitioner knowledge to the lecture room, as well as a range of contemporary and innovative teaching and research practices, which will not only enhance your academic learning, but will also help you develop essential skills in negotiation, listening, persuasion, problem-solving and decision-making.

Additional to this is the compulsory work placement at level 5, which will provide you with that important, and highly sought after industry experience that employers are looking for. What is even better is that upon graduation you will also receive a Diploma from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) alongside your degree. All of this will enable you to become a highly effective HR professional who can operate successfully in a range of business environments and sectors.

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.

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.

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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.

Wrexham Glyndŵr University’s tuition fees for 2019/20 for a full-time undergraduate degree course are £9000.

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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