MSc Global Human Resource Management

Human resource management (HRM) is universally valued by organisations across the world, but with nuances that vary across contexts. Gain the skills and knowledge you need to effectively manage human resource issues on a global scale with our part-time MSc in Global Human Resource Management course.

Why UoP's MSc Global Human Resource Management?

UoP's MSc in Global Human Resource Management takes an international approach, that gives you a unique set of skills that will help you stand out from the competition as organisations increasingly expand across borders.

Here, you will be introduced to key human resource (HR) practices and will investigate the impact that the globalisation of businesses has had on the HRM industry. You will explore why HR measures that are effective in one country can fail within another, even though they’re part of the same organisation.

You will use case studies of real organisations to develop your knowledge, so you can apply immediately what you learn to your work. You’ll also have the option to develop a real HR action plan for your current organisation as your dissertation, which could help you land a promotion or new job.

You will gain the practical skills necessary to effectively manage employees from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds. And because knowledge of the HR industry on a global scale is sought-after in the workplace, you’ll become a valuable asset to businesses around the world. This course is aligned with the high standards laid out in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) curriculum – the largest HRM association in the world.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and aligns with the standards laid of in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) curriculum. Graduates are entitled to apply for Associate Membership of the CIPD.

Why join us?

Portsmouth is a gateway city that’s open to the world. Our University is the same. Our part-time, online courses mean you can study from anywhere in the world when it suits you. With us, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to up your career prospects and develop a global network along the way. Join us on the next step in your education journey. See how we can help take you where you want to go.

Our students are from all over the world. We have welcomed students from almost 150 countries and counting. It would be our pleasure to welcome you too!

The University of Portsmouth's part-time, online courses is designed to fit around you. You won’t need to move house or get a visa to study with us. You can access your course from anywhere in the world through Moodle, our easy-to-use Digital Learning Environment (DLE). This is possible because all our modules, learning activities and assessments are delivered online.

All our course modules are divided into manageable weekly sections so that the course fits your lifestyle and commitments.

Upon graduation from the University of Portsmouth via an online course, your degree certificate will have the same academic weight as an on-campus degree.