B.Sc. in Human Resources Management
Course Description
Effective, enthusiastic and empathetic HR professionals play a vital role in employing and nurturing the right staff to ensure an organisation’s success.
This programme will take you through the principles of HR management and emerging practices, whilst covering topics like cultural diversity, job assessment and information systems.
This course will also guide you in identifying areas where change can bring about improved levels of efficiency within your organisation, as well as how to help employees accept change positively. You will also explore the effects of new sociological trends and research methods on the field of HR.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess:
- a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject)
AND
- a pass in English* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
Preference is given to applicants having a year of work experience related to the field of study.
* Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at professionals with HR experience, such as:
- HR coordinator
- HR manager
- training manager
- payslip coordinator
- HR supervisor
The target group can be extended to those who have the experience but lack a formal qualification and wish to have a more thorough background in the subject in order to progress further in their careers.
Career Paths
The programme aims to prepare you for positions in middle-management and other senior roles such as that of an HR manager, head of HR and HR director of any organisation, both in the private and public sector.
Modules
You are required to complete all 26 compulsory modules (156 ECTS), and only 1 elective module out of the proposed 2 (6 ECTS), as well as the dissertation (18 ECTS) to fulfil the requirements of this bachelor’s degree.
If you stop here, you will get:
Certificate in Human Resources Management
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If you stop here, you will get:
Diploma in Human Resources Management
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If you stop here, you will get:
Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management
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B.Sc. in Human Resources Management
How you’ll be assessed
This is a part-time programme and will typically take 42 months to complete. The programme comprises a total of 27 modules. The method of assessment is assignment-based.
The course comprises:
- 6 lectures per module (twice a week);
- 3-hour lectures (evening);
- 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
Course Intake Dates
October 2022
Additional Info
Reading for the entire Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Human Resources Management as presented in this brochure costs €9,000.*
The cost for the different exit points is as follows:
- Certificate in Human Resources Management: €2,000
- Diploma in Human Resources Management: €4,000
- Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management: €6,000
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a 70% refund of the cost through the ‘Get Qualified’ scheme.**
Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***
*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
Learning Outcomes
The learner will be able to:
- Critically reflect on and appraise the utility of Human Resources (HR) management , its functions, systems, procedures and applications.
- Evaluate the importance of Human Resources (HR) in managing change in the fast-paced business world in the context of change management and implementation theory.
- Assess current issues and developments in the subject of HR management in relation to change management theories.
- Apply knowledge and understanding of Human Resources (HR) management approaches in relation to managing cultural diversity in private and public sector.
- Assess a variety of approaches towards job analysis and evaluation.
- Critically evaluate and reflect on basic national legislation regarding employment matters including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Research and apply Human Resources (HR) management theories to practice.