1. Apply critical thinking and analytical skills through conducting independent research to evaluate arguments and evidence, using relevant HRM analytical tools where appropriate.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Cognitive skills are developed across the modules within the programme.
•Case study discussions, scenario planning and other interactive teaching and learning approaches are leveraged to foster cognitive skills.
•Students develop independent research skills through case study assignments and the independent research project undertaken as part of the capstone module.

Methods of Assessment

•Assessments are designed to evaluate students’ critical thinking and analytical abilities through a variety of formative and summative tasks across multiple modules. Tasks include: group /individual presentations, and written assignments including essays, case study reports, and independent research projects within the capstone module.
•Students will choose between a desk-based research project and a live consultancy project in the capstone module. Both represent an independently led piece of major research that is applied in nature. Both choices will allow students to demonstrate their holistic learning across modules, including their cognitive skills, knowledge and understanding and subject-specific skills. Completion of this capstone project, develops skills in independent research enquiry, problem solving, data synthesis and analysis and presentation.

1. Utilise relevant technologies to support data-driven HR decision-making and critically evaluate the impact of technologies on experiences of work.

2. Demonstrate effective communication of HR concepts, strategies, and reports to diverse stakeholders.

3. Demonstrate self-management and teamworking skills to effectively lead projects or teams.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Transferable skills development will permeate the teaching and learning on the degree programme.
•Students will develop technological skills including use and evaluation of relevant technologies for HR data analysis and communication of findings. This is developed through lab-based classes, group working and independent study.
•Students will also develop skills to communicate information to diverse audiences in a range of forms, including oral and written. This is developed through in-class activities and discussions, plus group and individual assignments.
•Self-management skills, along with the ability to lead projects and teams effectively, are developed progressively across the programme through independent study, group work, and both formative and summative assessments, culminating in the independent research project in the Capstone module. Students develop teamwork skills through working in groups (for example, discussions in class with scenario and role-based approaches, and in completing group assessments). Self-management skills are developed through independent study (for example, gathering and assimilating relevant information to complete tasks within agreed deadlines).

Methods of Assessment

•The ability to utilise relevant technologies is assessed through specific analysis projects, while the ability to critically evaluate the impact of technology on work is assessed across a range of modules on the programme through a variety of assessment types, both written and oral.
•Continuous assessment requires students to use a range of media (e.g. essays, PowerPoint, Tableau, and other data presentation packages, presentations, project work) to communicate their learning, in oral, written and visual form. Written assessments emphasise written communication of information, while presentations emphasise oral communication. Assessed group working projects are included in semesters one and two.
•Self-management and leadership skills are assessed through a combination of group and individual formative and summative assessments. These include projects, presentations, and written assignments. Additionally, the project within the capstone module provides a comprehensive assessment of self-management by testing the student’s ability to plan, execute, and deliver a substantial piece of work independently.

1. Recognise and uphold professional and ethical standards in HR practices, ensuring adherence to relevant laws, ethical guidelines, and social responsibilities.

2. Translate HR knowledge and skills to real-world organisational settings, demonstrating the ability to apply theoretical concepts to solve practical HR challenges.

3. Explain how the global environment and cross-cultural differences influence HR strategies, policies and practices.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Knowledge and understanding of these transversal aspects are developed across the modules within the programme.
•The acquisition of knowledge and understanding is achieved through structured exposition based on lectures, directed reading of case studies, professional reports and academic journals, and application of case study teaching, computer-based laboratory work, and group work.
•Professional, ethical, and social dimensions of Human Resource Management policies and practices are explored through classroom discussions, debates, and scenario-based activities, encouraging students to critically engage with relevant regulations and their implications for decision-making.
•Practice-based learning is emphasised through the analysis of real-life case studies, participation in employer events, and role-plays that connect theoretical knowledge with practical application.
•Global HRM concepts and techniques are explored through case studies and independent research on multi-national enterprises, allowing students to apply and evaluate approaches to managing people in diverse international contexts.

Methods of Assessment

•A combination of assessment methods is used to assure knowledge and understanding. These include group and individual presentations, written assignments such as essays and case study analyses, and practical simulations.
•In the Capstone module, students will undertake either a desk-based research project or a live consultancy project through the lens of responsible people management. Both options involve independently-led research, enabling students to demonstrate their comprehensive understanding of HR concepts and their application to real-world scenarios.
•Tasks such as reflective essays and scenario-based assignments assess students’ ability to integrate ethical, professional, and global perspectives into their understanding of HR practices.

1. Discuss and critically evaluate relevant HR theories, concepts and practices.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Subject-specific skills will be developed through lectures, workshops, directed reading, group work and computer-based work. Didactic style approaches will be used to provide knowledge on frameworks, techniques and tools from practice and contemporary research. Flipped classroom techniques will be employed to ensure practical understanding of key concepts and relevant academic research, and the ability to apply and evaluate these.
•Students will be academically prepared to understand, apply and evaluate key concepts in Human Resource Management.

Methods of Assessment

•Assessments are designed to evaluate students' ability to discuss and critically evaluate HR theories, concepts, and practices through a combination of formative and summative tasks. These include individual and group presentations, written assignments, case study analyses, and data analysis assignments.