Master's in Human Resource Management

at University of Edinburgh Business School

An overview of the MSc in Human Resource Management programme structure, including details of the course information for semester 1 and semester 2.

A comprehensive Welcome Week provides an introduction to the programme, the School, and the University. Designed to be both informative and fun, it enables you to get acquainted with your classmates.

Through the selection of various option courses, you can tailor your studies towards your career interests.

Finally, your MSc dissertation brings all of the year’s learning together in a piece of work unique to each student.

Compulsory courses

• Core Competencies for HR Professionals
• Human Resource Management in Context
• Organisational Behaviour
• Reward Management
• Managing Employment Relations
• Methods of Research in HRM

Entrance to our MSc in Human Resource Management is strongly competitive. You can increase your chances of a successful application by exceeding the minimum programme requirements.

• You will need a UK first-class or 2:1 honours degree in any subject, or an equivalent overseas qualification.
• India: 1st Class degree (60%+)

Supporting your application

• Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements due to strong competition for places on this programme.

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 7.0 (at least 6.0 in each section)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT (including Special Home Edition): total 100 (at least 20 in each section)

Home    
£16,200

International (including EU)    
£26,300

Human Resource Management graduates from the University of Edinburgh are highly sought after globally. Our dedicated Student Development Team within the Business School will be an integral part of your student experience from day one. We are here to help you become equipped to maximise your potential in the global market.

Our MSc in Human Resource Management will equip you with important management expertise and core HR knowledge in order to prepare you for such roles as:

• Careers Advisor
• Equality & Diversity Officer
• HR Advisor
• HR Analyst
• HR Compliance Administrator
• HR Employee Benefits Manager
• HR Generalist
• HR Manager
• HR Rewards Manager
• Recruitment Manager
• Reward Analyst
• Training Advisor