The Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle is designed for aspiring professionals who seek to ethically and sustainably lead and manage organisations' most valuable asset: their people. You will explore crucial concepts in strategic resourcing, human resource development, employee relations, performance management, reward, and employment law, all within a broader business context. This degree is ideal for students eager to understand the interplay between human capital and business success, preparing you for impactful roles in a dynamic global market.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over three years, prioritises building professional practice capabilities through problem-based and experiential learning. You will engage with key subject matter such as HR analytics and financial decision-making, and develop broader business analysis skills. Between years two and three, you have the valuable opportunity to undertake an optional work placement in the UK or overseas, or to study abroad, gaining crucial real-world experience. You will graduate with the skills and professional practice capabilities sought by employers across all sectors, potentially gaining membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).