TheÊInternational Human Resource ManagementÊprogramme offered by the University of StirlingÊbuilds on core human resource management theory and practice to examine the unique factors and cultural sensitivities associated with multinational operations.
Throughout our MSc, youÕll explore contemporary debates on HR management practices and examine the approaches employers take to human resource management. YouÕll gain an understanding of what is required to develop local and global HR systems that consider corporate social responsibility, innovation and participatory practices.
This course provides a critical academic assessment of the approaches international employers take to HRM. ThereÕs a focus on understanding how responsibility and sustainability impact on HR management, as well as exploring how organisations influence HR practices.
We equip you with a wider perspective on the principal issues and concerns affecting work, providing you with a basis for making effective decisions as a manager in the future.
Careers
Our MSc International Human Resource Management course helps you to cultivate the transferable skills and knowledge that is highly relevant to business and industry. We give you opportunities to apply theoretical concepts to real world challenges. These include:
- the ability to research relevant data
- how to critically analyse data to inform contextual decisions
- teamwork
- how to carry out projects and deliver effective presentations
- ability to reflect on contemporary management practice in an informed manner
Many of our alumni are now working in leading organisations across the world. Graduates have forged successful careers as HR specialists and managers for public, private, for-profit and not-for-profit organisations operating in many industry sectors across the world, such as:
- central and local government
- Ernst & Young
- Heineken
- Nestle
- NHS
- Royal Bank of Scotland
