BSc (Hons) Business with Human Resource Management
Manchester, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 up to 4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 15,720 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time International students; Home students £9,250 per year
Introduction
Regardless of sector, the Human Resources professional who can motivate employees, whilst protecting the organisation from non-compliance, is highly sought after.
Our BSc Business with Human Resource Management degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the professional body for HR and people development. This shows that the course reflects the CIPD’s national framework; it is also highly practical and reflective of HR best practices and the current needs of employers. You will study at our University of Salford campus close to Manchester city centre.
Be industry ready
This degree sets Human Resource Management (HRM) within the wider business context; right from year one, you will start to develop an understanding of how organisations run while covering the key aspects of HRM such as employee engagement, awareness of organisational culture, effective communication and employment law. You will also build your personal portfolio of professional evidence which will enhance your CV and help you in job applications and interviews.
There is an emphasis on ethical and sustainable business practices as well as the technical tools you need so you develop as a rounded HR professional. We have worked with industry partners to make sure the programme is highly practical, career-focused and industry-informed to prepare you for a successful management career. We are proud to work with our student panel to ensure our teaching is relevant, inclusive and respectful for all.
The lecturers who deliver this programme have a wealth of academic and professional expertise. Throughout the course, you’ll benefit from their support, experience and industry connections to help you prepare for your future career.
During your degree, you will have the option to participate in the Study Abroad programme. The programme allows you the chance to spend your second year studying on an international exchange with one of our global partner institutions in Europe, the US or the rest of the world.
You will:
- Develop core HR skills required to manage people effectively.
- Study in a dynamic environment and learn practical management skills from business simulations and live projects.
- Build your own personal portfolio to enhance your CV and demonstrate your knowledge and skills to future employers
Ideal Students
This is for you if...
- You are eager to develop sought-after skills through work placements, study abroad schemes, and real-world learning
- You understand the importance of effectively managing personnel resources in a business
- You aim to learn both the theoretical concepts and practical aspects of human resource management
Curriculum
This course will begin by developing your knowledge and understanding of key business management concepts along with the fundamental principles of HRM.
By working on live projects and business simulations, you will develop your core skills such as problem-solving, leadership, communication and data analysis. In this way, you will learn to find creative, sustainable and ethical solutions to HR problems. Throughout your time with us, you will build your own portfolio of professional evidence which you will be able to use to help you get a rewarding job when you graduate.
- In your first year, you will start to develop an understanding of how organisations work and the role of HR in them. You will look at the key skills you need as an HR professional and how these support the organisation’s culture
- The second year is all about exploring more specialised HRM theories and learning skills that will be transferable across multiple business functions. With core and optional modules, you can start to shape your own learning. The Professional Development module is designed for you to practise the skills you need – CV writing, being interviewed, assessment centres - to apply for and get a placement year and, ultimately, your dream job upon graduation
- By your final year, you are becoming an HR professional, developing the skills needed for responsible leadership and understanding how to think strategically. Core modules increase your in-depth knowledge and continue your career development while optional modules allow you to specialise in your areas of interest. You will have the opportunity to work on a real-life organisational HR issue. Through our partnership with Salford City Council, you will work on a brief provided by them and present your proposal to a joint University and council panel. Students with the most compelling proposals can even go on to secure a year-long work placement with Salford City Council. Read about Georgiana Matoianu's experience winning a work placement and working with Salford City Council
Year one
- Introduction to Human Resources
- Digital and Business Skills
- Understanding Organisations
- HR Business Skills
- Data Analysis for Business
- The Future of Business
Year two
- Professional Development
- Managing and Coordinating Human Resources
- Business Intelligence and Dashboards
- Project Management
- Employment Law for Business
- Live Project in HRM
- Employee Relations
- The Digital Workplace
- Internship
Optional work placement year
- Professional Placement
Year three
- Business Ethics and Sustainability
- Employee Engagement and Reward
- Leadership and Management in HRM
- Resourcing and Talent Management
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Strategic Management for HRM
- Enhancing Professional Practice
Career Opportunities
Our focus on this course is to give you the skills, knowledge and resources you need so you have good job opportunities after you graduate. We have used our close links with industry partners to make sure the programme is highly practical, career-focused and industry-informed so you are ready for a successful management career.
Not only will you learn practical HR skills and knowledge, you will also develop the team working, project management, communication and interpersonal skills that will make you highly employable.
With opportunities to take part in a year-long paid work placement, support from the University’s careers team and our Launch entrepreneurship experts, we ensure you are equipped with the skills and experience employers are looking for.
Graduates of this course have gone on to enjoy careers at organisations of all shapes and sizes, including Thomson Holidays, BT, DTS Logistics, Greater Manchester Police and the NHS.