Human Resource Management MA
About This Programme
CIPD-aligned HR management: talent, reward, performance, HR analytics, strategy and leadership.
Course Highlights
- Covers the full HR remit: talent, reward, performance and HR analytics.
- Engages with emerging areas including EDI, ESG and people analytics.
- A 60-credit applied dissertation.
- A UK Middlesex University degree delivered at the Dubai campus.
What You'll Study
Taught on campus. 180 credits including an applied dissertation.
Compulsory Modules
- Managing Talent through the Employee Life Cycle (30 Credits) – Compulsory
- Performance Management (15 Credits) – Compulsory
- Strategy and Leadership (30 Credits) – Compulsory
- Reward Management (15 Credits) – Compulsory
- HR Data, Metrics and Analytics (15 Credits) – Compulsory
- HR Professional Development (0 Credits) – Compulsory
- Applied Dissertation (60 Credits) - Compulsory
Optional Modules
- Corporate Social Responsibility & Ethics (15 Credits) (Optional)
- Global Mobility & Expatriate Management (15 Credits) (Optional)
- Organisational Development & Change (15 Credits) (Optional)
- WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ON YOUR MA HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME.
- Why Study the MA Human Resource Management Programme
- Expand your HR expertise with a real-world application
- Programme Delivery
- COURSE OVERVIEW
- INTAKE
- DURATION
- COURSE LEADER
- HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
Entry Requirements
Careers
The MA Human Resource Management programme equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel across various HR roles. You will develop critical analytical skills, deepen your understanding of HR theory and practice, and engage with emerging areas such as EDI, ESGs, and HR analytics. Graduates are well-prepared for careers as HR consultants, managers, advisors, and specialists in rewards, learning and development, and data-driven HRM, across public and private sectors. The programme also provides a strong foundation for further postgraduate study, including doctoral research.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) through the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), and by Dubai's KHDA. The degree is awarded by Middlesex University in the UK (QAA-reviewed).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Arts (MA)
Start Date
JANUARY (PT), APRIL (PT), SEPTEMBER
Typical Offer
An honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent; relevant experience considered
Duration
1 year
Qualification
MA
Subject Area
Business & Finance
Study Pattern
Full time / Part time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 102,796/yr
Total tuition is AED 102,796 (inclusive of VAT). All students receive a minimum 10% academic scholarship, with further scholarships and grants available.