The BSc Human Resource Management by distance learning combines all the benefits of a University of Leicester degree with the flexibility to suit the needs of working professionals. You have the option of applying for the Certificate, Diploma or full BSc depending on the level of qualification you aim to achieve.
The Certificate (Level 1) in Human Resource Management introduces you to some of the key functions and theories within HRM and HR training in organisations. Learning at work as well as the current debates within education, training and skills is also covered. By the end of this level, you will:
- Be able to present a coherent assessment of training management policy in your own organisation.
- Assess the theory and practice of management, considering the importance of leadership and the HRM function.
- Understand the uses and limits of coaching and mentoring in the workplace.
The Diploma (Level 2) is intended for training and HR practitioners with three years or more of practical experience, who wish to enhance their existing skills and knowledge through the application of theory to practice. This course has six modules which build on existing academic experience gained from the Certificate or other broadly equivalent courses.
By the end of Level 2, you will:
- Be able to demonstrate how an understanding of the issues involved in HRM can assist the human resource manager in managing staff effectively.
- Compare and contrast formal and informal learning and be able to discuss the merits of each.
- Discuss how effective employee development can impact upon an organisation's performance whilst assessing the theory and practice of management considering the importance of leadership and the HRM function.
The BSc (Level 3) builds on the ideas encounter in the Certificate and encourages students to make links between theory and practice. Subjects covered include HRM, organisational behaviour and human resource development.
Studying the BSc gives you the opportunity to not only build on the theories and topics covered within the Certificate and Diploma, but also to focus in-depth on some of the key issues within human resource management today. By selecting which modules you wish to study, you can tailor the course to your interests and career objectives. By the end of Level 3, you will:
- Understand the key principles of high-performance working and critically review the links between performance and HRM practices.
- Evaluate the tensions between the interests of employers and employees in the management of performance.
- Be able to identify recent trends and issues concerning flexible learning in the workplace.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this course tend to move on to careers in human resources, training, management or industrial relations within organisations. The course also provides the opportunity to develop knowledge and research skills enabling students to progress on to Masters level study, particularly our MSc in Human Resource Management and Training.
