MSc Finance and Management

The Human Resource Management (HRM) course at Heriot-Watt University is a highly rated, full-time program designed for those who wish to focus on management and consultancy within the HR function. The aim of the course is to provide an understanding of the importance of the HR function in business strategy. Course Content: The course addresses key issues in HRM, including the influence of the external environment, employment relations, managing change, leadership and decision making. It places emphasis on applied and interactive learning; applying knowledge and theory to live issues of people and performance in the workplace.Key Modules: The program covers a broad spectrum of HR areas, including Leadership and Decision Making, Strategic Human Resource Management, Applied Business Research, Performance Management, and others. Accreditations: This program is approved by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) which offers a pathway for students to gain a professional level of Chartered membership with the CIPD upon successful completion of the masters program. Future Careers: Graduates of this program often progress into senior HR roles or consultancy roles within all sectors including both private and public. They are also well positioned to continue their academic careers by entering a doctoral level study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.