COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc Human Resource Management at Teesside University is designed to develop strategic, analytical and leadership skills required for successful careers in modern human resource management. The programme combines contemporary HR theory with practical business applications, preparing students to manage people effectively in complex and rapidly changing organisational environments. The course includes a Dissertation in Human Resource Management where students undertake an applied research project focused on creating value through people management and developing evidence-based recommendations for organisational improvement. The Human Resource Planning module examines strategic workforce planning, recruitment and selection, employee retention and workforce restructuring to ensure organisations can meet future skills demands. Leadership and Business Performance explores how performance management systems can improve individual, team and organisational effectiveness while highlighting the strategic role of HR professionals in achieving business objectives. Leadership and Management Development focuses on developing leadership capabilities and managing change across public, private, international and multicultural organisations. The Learning and Development module develops expertise in designing, delivering and evaluating training and employee development initiatives that improve organisational capability and performance. Postgraduate Business Research Methods provides knowledge of research design, ethics, data collection and analysis techniques required for academic and business research projects. The Resilient HRM in Context module examines contemporary HR challenges and prepares students to become adaptable and forward-thinking professionals capable of responding to changes in workforce expectations, technology and global business environments. Graduates develop expertise in talent management, organisational development, employee relations and strategic HR leadership, preparing them for careers in human resource management, recruitment, learning and development, people analytics and consultancy across a wide range of sectors and industries.