The Human Resource Management MSc with Placement Year at Robert Gordon University is designed for aspiring professionals seeking to master the strategic and operational aspects of people management in today's dynamic global business environment. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of core HR functions, including organisational behaviour, equality, diversity, and inclusion, and the employee lifecycle, preparing you to effectively navigate complex workplace challenges. This postgraduate degree equips you with the evidence-based decision-making skills and academic grounding necessary to excel as an HR professional or line manager, contributing strategically to organisational success.
This full-time, on-campus Master's degree is studied over two years, with the option to undertake a valuable 48-week placement year, significantly enhancing your practical experience. Throughout your studies, you will engage with key HR management principles, gather and apply evidence to inform strategic decisions, and select elective modules to tailor your learning, such as Digitalisation and Human Resource Analytics. Upon successful completion of the taught stages, you will be eligible for Associate Membership of the CIPD (Level 7), and you will graduate with the expertise and professional recognition to pursue diverse career paths in human resources internationally.