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Human Resource Management (Top-Up) MA

Key Facts

  • Level

    Master'sPG MA

  • Duration

    Distance Learning: 1 Year

  • Starting

    February

Updated 18/03/2025

Discovery Days

Updated 18/03/2025

Get in touch

For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:

UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES

study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES

international@northampton.ac.uk
44 (0)1604 892134

Overview


Our MA Human Resource Management Top-up degree is specifically designed for those who have completed their Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Postgraduate Diploma and are looking to complete their postgraduate qualification with a higher degree. The Human Resource Management Top-up will build upon your existing qualification and top it up so that you obtain a qualification at Masters level.

This HR top up course offers you the opportunity to meet your continuing professional requirements as a human resource practitioner and enrich your career prospects.

 

Highlights


  • Designed for those who have completed their Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent
  • A dedicated supervisor to support you through the preparation and completion of your masters dissertation
  • Guided week-by-week tasks that you can complete online flexibly, at your own time, and your own pace
  • Fantastic online resources for books, journals and academic skills support
  • 100% online learning with no campus attendance – you can study from anywhere at times to suit you!

Entry Requirements


If you have successfully completed the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Postgraduate Diploma, you will be eligible to apply for this top up human resource management course.

Course Content


Fees and Funding


2024/25 Tuition Fees

Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • Distance Learning: £2,485 (60 credits)

Careers and Employability


Whether you are a recent graduate, or have not studied for some years, our distance learning MA HRM Top-Up will provide you with a recognised qualification that employers look for in people management professionals. Your ability to think critically and strategically, to form ethical and evidence-based decisions, and to positively influence the world of work as a result of your research will be a distinct advantage.

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