Masters (MSc) in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
Learn how to manage and develop employees, ensure their wellbeing and understand changing employment legislation.
You will gain advanced knowledge and skills that prepare you for a career as a well-rounded human resources practitioner. You will also have the opportunity to work on a live negotiation exercise which provides valuable hands-on experience.
The course is approved by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) to the new equivalent advanced level postgraduate standard.
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Year of entry: 2026
We require a First or Upper Second class honours degree (2:1, with 60% average) from a UK university or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline.
When assessing your academic record, we take into account your grade average, position in class and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. We particularly welcome applications from institutions of high ranking and repute.
| Full-time | Part-time | Full-time distance learning | Part-time distance learning | |
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| MSc | Y | N | N | N |
People are at the heart of any organisation. The ability to engage and develop human talent and understand the changing world of work is more essential than ever for HR and business leaders. This Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) accredited course at a triple-accredited and top UK business school will provide you with the essential knowledge, skills and expertise for your future career journey.
Have questions about this course?
Join one of our upcoming webinars or in-person events to learn more about the programme and speak directly with our team.
Whether online, on campus in Manchester, or at events worldwide, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and get advice on your next steps.
At these events you can:
For entry in the academic year beginning September 2026, the tuition fees are as follows:
The fees quoted above are fully inclusive of tuition, administration and computational costs.
Fees for entry are subject to yearly review. The University reserves the right to increase your tuition fee by up to 7% each year for courses lasting more than one year, including to reflect rising costs associated with delivering our educational and wider student experience. Postgraduate fees information .
Always contact the admissions team if you are unsure which fee applies to your qualification award and method of attendance.
If you wish to become a student member of the CIPD then visit the CIPD website for further information.
All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).
Scholarships will be available for 2026 entry, information will be updated on our scholarships page.
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