Human Resource Management
Delivered 100% online and part-time, so you can fit studying around your existing work and family commitments.
University of Essex Online
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Overview
Interested in human resources? Wondering how HR fits into an overall organisation? Find out more in this insightful online short course.
Description
The module provides a solid introduction into common HR terms and definitions, while exploring the complexities and challenges of human resource management. You’ll also investigate global HR theories and practices, and the nature of human resources planning.
There’s a strong focus on employee management, including:
- employee rewards and recognition
- contractual obligations and employee rights
- safe employment practices
- common laws which affect HR practices
Once you’ve completed the module, you have the opportunity to study other undergraduate online short courses or progress onto a full undergraduate degree.
You’ll study the following topics as part of the online short course:
- contextualising HRM
- human resource planning
- employment law, equality and diversity
- talent management
- human resource development
- employment contract/terms and conditions of employment
- employee reward and performance management
- employee voice
- international HRM
Requirements
No formal qualifications or experience is necessary.
As our online short courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency is required in this language. If English isn’t your first language, your ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5. Don’t worry if you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.
You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in countries mentioned on our website.
Career path
This short online course is sometimes referred to as a microcredential. This means that unlike some others found online, the course offers academic value. Upon completion, you’ll receive a digital certificate confirming you’ve achieved 15 academic credits at undergraduate level. This will be beneficial whether you’re looking to go into higher education or step into your first business role.
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