HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resource Management has a strong theoretical base but uses hands-on techniques and applications, to operationalize the conceptual framework and build the competencies of the HR practitioner.

PROGRAMME LEARNING GOALS

This programme will:

1. Provide students the skills to hone their capabilities and excel in a range of HRM roles, through an enriched understanding of leadership, change management, talent development, and retention.
2. Navigate the complexities of managing a multicultural workforce, and implementing strategic HRM practices to foster organizational success.
3. Develop specialized skills geared towards optimizing employment relationships, leveraging human capital, and aligning HRM strategies with organizational objectives.
4. Equip students with the acumen to ensure ethical and legal compliance in HR practices, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and engage in continuous learning to keep pace with evolving trends in human resource management.’

PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management will be able to:

1. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills by
   (a) composing professional quality business documents, and
   (b) preparing and delivering professional presentations on business/HR topics.
   (Life Skills)
2. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental business and HR theories and concepts (Knowledge and Understanding)
3. Demonstrate knowledge use of information technology tools applicable to business productivity. (Application and Practice)
4. Exhibit an understanding of ethics and social responsibility. (Life Skills)
5. Apply critical thinking skills by solving problems requiring quantitative and/or qualitative analysis. (Life Skills)
6. Demonstrate multicultural and diversity understanding. (Knowledge and Understanding)
7. Demonstrate an understanding of teamwork as it occurs in business operations for effectiveness and efficiency. (Autonomy and Responsibility)
8. Apply knowledge and skills in the functional areas of human resource management. (Application and Practice)
9. Apply knowledge and skills in HR Management and Management Information Systems (Application and Practice)
10. Apply knowledge and skills in (a) quantitative decision making and (b) functional specialties of HR management (Application and Practice)
11. Demonstrate career readiness through completion of a structured research-based experience. (Application and Practice)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates in the BSc in Human Resource Management programme will master the essential skills necessary to pursue careers in small and large firms in the following areas:

• HR Manager
• HR Associate
• Senior HR Officer
• Senior HR Administrative Assistant