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Human Resource Management

MSc (NFQ Level 9)
Sustainable Development Goals

This course is available through the following application route(s)

Duration:
1 Year
Attendance:
Full Time
Delivery:
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

Duration:
2 Years
Attendance:
Part-Time
Delivery:
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

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Structured to navigate the dynamic global landscape of HR, the MSc in Human Resource Management combines an in-depth theoretical grounding with the latest practical skills and approaches. This programme shapes the skills and expertise to manage any organisation’s talent, drawing together stimulating strands of behavioural and human sciences, personnel management, sustainability, employment law and industrial relations.

This Master's programme is delivered at our dedicated Graduate Business School campus, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, located in Blackrock, 4km from the main UCD Belfield Campus.

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About This Course

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
 HRM40590 Concepts in IR and HRM Autumn  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
 HRM40670 Human Resource Management Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - A)1 of:
Students must select one option module
HRM40630 Employment Law Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - A)1 of:
Students must select one option module
HRM40700 Managing conflict in Organisat Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - B)3 of:
Students must select three option modules. For CIPD accreditation select HRM40910 and HRM40880 (mandatory) plus either HRM40640 or HRM40770.
HRM40640 Employment Relations in Ireland Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - B)3 of:
Students must select three option modules. For CIPD accreditation select HRM40910 and HRM40880 (mandatory) plus either HRM40640 or HRM40770.
HRM40720 Work & Employment in the Global Economy Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - B)3 of:
Students must select three option modules. For CIPD accreditation select HRM40910 and HRM40880 (mandatory) plus either HRM40640 or HRM40770.
HRM40770 International HRM Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - B)3 of:
Students must select three option modules. For CIPD accreditation select HRM40910 and HRM40880 (mandatory) plus either HRM40640 or HRM40770.
HRM40880 HRM Technology, Analytics & Digital Innovation Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - B)3 of:
Students must select three option modules. For CIPD accreditation select HRM40910 and HRM40880 (mandatory) plus either HRM40640 or HRM40770.
HRM40910 HRM,Business Alignment &Change Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40600 Developing Competencies for HR Summer  10
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40610 Dissertation Summer  30
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40650 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Summer  10
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40690 Developing Talent in Organisations Summer  10
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40730 Reward and Performance Management Summer  10
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40930 Fundamentals of Ppl Analytics Summer  10
Stage 1 Options - C)30CR:
Students will choose 30 ECTS from the list below. For CIPD Accreditation select HRM40600 plus two other modules. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 HRM40940 Data Analytics for HRM Summer  10
Stage 1 Options - D) Min 0 of:
Students who go on exchange programme will be registered to their module upon approval
 HRM40810 Cornell Trimester Spring  30
Stage 1 Options - D) Min 0 of:
Students who go on exchange programme will be registered to their module upon approval
 HRM40750 EMLS Summer  30

UCD is strongly committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), embedding sustainability in teaching, research, operations, and community engagement. Sustainability principles are integrated into this programme, ensuring students graduate equipped to address global challenges. UCD’s leadership in this area is internationally recognised, ranking 49th globally and 1st in Ireland in the QS World University Rankings for Sustainability 2024. UCD also leads impactful research in areas such as climate action, clean energy, and social equity, supported by a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy focused on reducing emissions, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering a sustainable campus culture.

Here are the SDGs which align more visibly with this programme:

SDG5 SDG8 SDG9 SDG 12

Human Resource Management (B265) Full Time
EU          Year 1 - € 16150 ba
nonEU    Year 1 - € 23870 ba
EU/NONEU    Year 2 - € 2570 ba

MSc Human Resources (B266) Part Time
EU          Year 1 - € 8830 ba
nonEU    Year 1 - € 11950 ba
EU          Year 2 - € 8830 ba
nonEU    Year 2 - € 11600 ba
EU/NONEU    Year 3 - € 2570 ba

ba"Continuation fees apply Where a student fails to complete their programme in the prescribed time a continuation fee will apply to modules carried in subsequent years."
***Fees are subject to change

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


Non-EU students cannot typically study part-time in Ireland if they require a student visa, as student permission is granted for full-time courses on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP). Non-EU students who are not residents of Ireland can apply for part-time courses that are 100% online, and in this case, a visa is not required.



This CIPD-accredited full-time or part-time courses is especially suitable for students with an undergraduate degree in business, or in cognate areas such as social science, psychology, economics, politics or law.



Entry Requirements:



A minimum second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in Business/Commerce/Business Administration, Social Science, Psychology, Economics, Law, Accounting or a related area.



Or



A primary degree with a minimum of three years’ work experience in Human Resources.


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