Human Resource Management MSc
Course Highlights
- Gain critical insights into people management and employment relationships within a comprehensive national and global context
- Birmingham Business School hosts a leading research-led HRM teaching group and the Work Inclusivity Research Centre (WIRC)
- Modules cover theory and practice with guest speakers and practical exercises, as well as research-led academic insights and perspectives.
- Triple Crown accreditation AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS.
- CIPD accreditation We offer CIPD student membership and access to extensive resources.
- #68 QS World University Rankings 2027 QS Top Universities QS World University Rankings 2027
What You'll Study
Our Human Resource Management Masters degree includes a wide variety of learning and teaching. Taught modules – these include lectures, seminars, class discussions, readings, case studies, media and guest speakers Assessments - these will include formal exams, essays, group work and oral presentations Dissertation Project - choose from either a company-based dissertation or a traditional dissertation. The dissertation incorporates a training programme in research methods and critical appraisal of research approaches used in conducting HRM & ER research
Modules
- HRM Dissertation incorporating Research Methods60 credits
- Human Resource Development20 credits
- Human Resource Management and Ethics at Work20 credits
- International Human Resource Management20 credits
- Leadership Development20 credits
- Managing Work and Organisation20 credits
- The Future of Work20 credits
Entry Requirements
Careers
Graduates will leave the University of Birmingham, Dubai, perfectly placed to take up key HRM and employment relations positions. Jobs have included: Human resource manager/officer/director, labour relations specialist, occupational psychologist, management consultant, arbitrator, training and development officer, equality, diversity and inclusion officer, recruitment consultant and public services. In a competitive global market, you need to be ready for work before you graduate. At the University of Birmingham Dubai, our careers services will help you plan and achieve your ambitions. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network Dubai information, advice, and guidance service offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
We are triple-accredited with AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
1 year
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Business & Finance
Campus
Dubai
Study Pattern
Full time, Part time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 155,483/yr
Tuition for September 2026 entry: AED 155,483 per year. To apply for a postgraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online. Choosing to study with the University of Birmingham Dubai is an exciting decision and you may have many questions on what to do next. How to Apply Apply directly through the University of Birmingham Dubai Admissions portal (not UCAS); there is no application fee. A non-refundable AED 5,000 tuition deposit is payable on accepting an offer and is deducted from your fees. Decisions are usually issued within 10 working days.