Edinburgh Business School (UK)
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Ressource Management
The Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management is recognition of the knowledge and success gained in the subject and provides evidence of a milestone award en route to the MSc in Human Resource Management or a significant stand-alone achievement.
The six courses at diploma level will count towards the nine courses required for the MSc or the eleven courses required for the MBA with Specialism in Human Resource Management.
Requirements
You must complete six courses including the five core courses below.
Core Courses
- Human Resource Development
- Human Resource Management
- Managing People in Changing Contexts
- Performance Management
- Employee Resourcing
Elective Courses
- Corporate Reputation, Branding and Managing People
- Employee Relations
- Managing People in Global Markets
- Negotiation
- Organisational Behaviour
- Research Methods for Business and Management
- Managing Personal Competence (estimated release date: January 2009)
Study Hours
Approximately 200 study hours per course
Assessement
A three hour written exam per course.
Study Options
The courses in this programme can be followed by self-study, on campus or through an Approved Learning Partner. For more information, see the Study Options section.
Entry Requirements
Entry is by a recognised first or second class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification. However, students without a degree may register by passing the examinations in their first 3 MBA courses (including one core course). The course normally requires two years relevant business experience and evidence of English proficiency.
Exemptions
Holders of a relevant undergraduate degree may be eligible for one exemption, and there is a maximum of two exemptions for relevant professional qualifications. Credit transfers are also available. Click here for details.