MASTER’S DEGREE in HRMAWARDED BY UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON UK

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18 MONTHS

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON, located in Northamptonshire, England is a globally respected and recognised institution of higher learning. Northampton is currently Ranked at Number 43 in the 2016 UK Guardian Ranking for Business, Management and Marketing studies in the UK.

University of Northampton has partnered with Human Resource Management Institute (HRMI) Sri Lanka to offer a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management (MA) to fulfill a long felt requirement for an internationally recognised Advanced Degree in HRM.

This programme of studies will enable Human Resource Management Professionals in Sri Lanka to build upon the professional knowledge and expertise gained through various local qualifications to be elevated to the level of a Master’s Degree from a world-class University. This will serve as the ‘gold standard’ in HR professional education and will create pathways for young Sri Lankan HR professionals to explore opportunities that demand globally recognised higher qualifications.

PROGRAMME STRUCTUREStudents will fulfill the coursework requirement of the

MA-HRM Degree (120 Credits) by pursuing 8 modules of study as prescribed by the University of Northampton. On completion of the 8 modules, students are entitled to receive the Pearson Edexcel Assured Executive Diploma in HRM, a Level 7 - Post Graduate Qualification as proof of successful completion of the coursework stage of MA-HRM Degree.

YEAR 1 : COURSEWORK STAGEYEAR 2 : RESEARCH STAGE

PROGRAMME CONTENT

YEAR 1: COURSEWORK STAGE (120 CREDITS)

MODULE 1 HR MANAGEMENT IN CONTEXTOn successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Understand modern organizations, their environment and changing nature of contemporary HRM

2. Analyse managerial and business environment of the organization

3. Describe the relationship between organizational & HR strategies with internal and external environmental factors

4. Analyse how organizational leaders and the HR function respond to market and competitive environment

5. Understand the impact of globalization and international forces on organizational and HR strategies & HR practices

6. Understand the impact of demographical, social & technological trends on HR strategies & HR practices

7. Understand the impact of government policy and legal regulation on HR strategies and HR practices

MODULE 2 LEADING, MANAGING AND DEVELOPING PEOPLEOn successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Evaluate main contemporary research and debates in HRM and HRD fields

2. Analyse major motivation, commitment & engagement theories at work and practical application of these theories

3. Evaluate the characteristics of effective leadership and leadership development methods

4. Understand how to promote a flexible working environment & effective change management practices

5. Identify the aims, objectives and practices of the HRM and HRD functions

6. Evaluate the contribution made by HRM and HRD specialists in different types of organizations

7. Promote professionalism and an ethical approach to HRM and HRD practice in organizations

MODULE 3 DEVELOPING SKILLS FOR BUSINESS LEADERSHIP On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Manage yourself more effectively at work2. Manage interpersonal relationships at work3. Solve problems more effectively by making sound and

justifiable decisions4. Influence and lead others more effectively5. Interpret and manage financial information and

financial resources6. Demonstrate enhanced IT proficiency7. Demonstrate an essential people management

skill set8. Demonstrate competence in postgraduate

study skills

MODULE 4 INVESTIGATING A BUSINESS ISSUE FROM AN HR PERSPECTIVEOn successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Identify and justify a suitable business issue that is of strategic relevance to the organization.

2. Design a research strategy, analyse existing literature, contemporary HR policy & practices relevant to the chosen issue.

3. Compare and contrast the relative merits of different research methods and their relevance to different situations.

4. Undertake a systematic analysis of quantitative and/or qualitative information and present the results in a clear and consistent format.

5. Formulate conclusions and recommendations for improvement/development supported by an implementation plan based on a cost-benefit analysis.

6. Develop and present a persuasive business report.7. Write a reflective account of what has been learned

during the project and how this can be applied in the future.

MODULE 5 RESOURCING AND TALENT MANAGEMENTOn successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Evaluate major features of national and international employment markets

2. Play a leading role in the development of resourcing and talent management strategies, diversity management and flexible working initiatives

3. Manage recruitment, selection and induction processes efficiently, effectively and professionally

4. Undertake long and short term talent planning and succession planning exercises to build long term organizational performance

5. Analyse employee turnover as the basis for developing strong staff retention strategies

6. Manage retirement, redundancy and dismissal practices efficiently in accordance with the law, ethical and professional practice

MODULE 6 REWARD MANAGEMENT On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Analyse the relationship between the environment, strategy and systems of reward management

2. Explore conceptual and theoretical debates informing reward management

3. Discuss traditional, contingent and knowledge bases for transactional and relational rewards

4. Design internally consistent reward structures5. Analyse executive and expatriate rewards in an

international context6. Evaluate major issues in reward management

MODULE 7 LEARNING AND TALENT DEVELOPMENTOn successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Evaluate the formulation and implementation of processes of learning and talent development strategies

2. Evaluate the potential and appropriateness of a range of learning and talent development strategies, policies and methods

3. Initiate the development and implementation of learning and talent development strategies interventions and activities

4. Work effectively with key internal and external partners and stakeholders to diagnose and manage learning and talent development

5. Assess the role and influence the politics of learning and talent development policy and practice in a range of contexts

6. Demonstrate commitment to diversity in learning and talent development and continuous personal and professional development

MODULE 8 KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNINGOn successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Evaluate the meanings to the concepts of knowledge management and organizational theories

2. Analyse a range of applications of the concepts in organizational practices

3. Design and develop organization based knowledge management strategies and programs

4. Manage the implementation of knowledge management strategies and processes to support and facilitate organizational learning

5. Act ethically and professionally with a demonstrated commitment to continuous personal and professional development

YEAR 2: RESEARCH STAGE OF THE MA – HRM FROM UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON, UK (60 CREDITS)

‘Research Methods and Dissertation’ module.The programme is structured to allow you to study

research methods initially before writing a research proposal which will outline your research objectives and how you will achieve them.

You will conduct the research with assistance and supervision of a Supervisor appointed by University of Northampton. You will study research methods and be introduced to online exercises, activities and guided reading and advice.

Research ProposalOnce your proposal has been submitted you will receive

feedback from a supervisor who will then discuss with you what changes and refinements - if any - are required. Your supervisor is available to guide you through the minefield of research and to act as a support and mentor.

Once your research aims, objectives and strategies have been agreed with your supervisor you will be able to begin the next stage of your dissertation which is searching for suitable academic literature culminating in the submission of a Literature Review of approximately 6,000 – 7,000 words.

DissertationThe dissertation allows you to demonstrate the ability

to investigate and diagnose a ‘live’ human resource issue or problem, to collect and analyse relevant data, to derive supportable conclusions and make recommendations for change and improvement. The dissertation can adopt either a theoretical or empirical perspective. The dissertation should demonstrate the following characteristics; • Mastery of the complex area of knowledge and skills

of Strategic HRM• Understanding of the principles of the subject matter

being investigated• Expertise in specialised and advanced technical,

professional and research skills• Design and application of appropriate research

methodology• Examination through secondary and/or primary data

of alternative solutions to the problem/issue being investigated

• A critical, evaluative approach• Ability to draw relevant conclusions and make

relevant, feasible recommendations• Clear, coherent and logical communication of

research findings and conclusions Accurate referencing is an important aspect of the

dissertation and you should ensure that you reference source material accurately and consistently using the Harvard system.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS• A Bachelor's Degree / Professional Qualification OR• EDEXCEL BTEC HND Level 5 OR• Edexcel Assured Managerial Diploma (HRMI) OR• PQHRM (IPM) OR Advanced Diploma in HRM (NIBM) OR

equivalent OR• 5 years experience in HR Managerial / Executive Capacity • 10 years as a Commissioned Officer in

SL Army / Navy / Air Force / Police

LEARNING OPTIONS• Weekend Batch: Every Saturday: 8.45 am to 1.30 pm• Intensive single weekend blended learning mode:

One Weekend per Month Sat & Sun 8.45 am to 4.00 pm• Distance Supported Learning: On Request

REGISTRATIONRegistration Fees: Rs. 12,500/-

COURSE FEES*• Year 1: Rs. 160,000 OR• Rs. 60,000 X 3 installments. - 1st Instalment : at start ,

Balance; due at the beginning of 3rd & 5th month• Year 2: Rs. 400,000 (£ 1,800*) payable in 8 installments.

* Directly Payable to University. Subject to change.

THE FACULTY

• Mr. Gihan Talgodapitiya, MBA (NUS), FCMA (UK). Internationally reputed Corporate Trainer, retained by over 300 companies in the Asian Region. Director of HRMI.

• Dr. Dushar Dayarathna, PhD (LTU, Australia), MSc (HRM) PIM, BBM (HRM), Senior Lecturer at University of Sri Jayewardenepura & Author of several books on HRM.

• Mr. Rajitha P. Silva, MBA (CSU-Australia), BBA (Colombo), Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Management & Finance, University of Colombo.

• Mr. Gamini Nanda Gunawardana, BSc Eng (Hons), MBA (Col), C Eng; F.I.E. (SL), MBCS (UK), Consultant - HRD - Goodhope Asia Holdings.

• Ms. Deshika Rodrigo, MBA (AIB-Australia), BA (Hons) (Washington), ACIB (UK), Head of HR, Standard Chartered Bank.

• Mr. Anthony Jayaranjan, FCA, FCMA (UK), Director, Lankem Ceylon PLC. Former Senior Vice President, Head of Learning & Development, John Keells Holdings.

• Ms. Gayani de Alwis, MBA (PIM), MSc (Reading), former Director, Customer Care & Supply Chain at Unilever.

• Mr. Bennett Patternott, MBA (Edith Cowan), MBA (Columbia), BCom (SJ), Head of HR, Carson Cumberbatch PLC.

• Col. Raj Vijayasiri (rtd), MBM (KDU), Masters in Def. Studies (USA), former Group Training Manager at Hemas Group.

• Mr. Yukthi Gunasekera, Juris Doctor, (Minnesota Law School, USA), PGD (CIM-UK), BA, former Head of Corporate Communications at John Keells Holdings.

• Dr. Prabath Karunanayake, MBBS (Colombo), MBA (Colombo), Management Consultant.

VISITING FACULTY

• Mr. Rohan Pandithakorralage, BBM (Victoria), Director & Head of HR, Aitken Spence Group.

• Mr. Isuru Tillakawardana, LLB (Colombo), MBA (PIM), Chief HR Officer, Commercial Bank.

• Mr. Shakthi Ranatunga, MBA (PIM), BA(Kelaniya), Group HR Director, MAS.

• Ms. Roshanie Jayasundera-Moraes, MBA (PIM), Executive Vice President - John Keells Holdings.

WHY STUDY AT HRMI?

• ALL courses conducted by HRMI are Assured by Pearson Edexcel UK and therefore internationally respected and recognised.

• HRMI is the ONLY Institution in Sri Lanka which conducts Internationally Recognised Human Resource Management courses.

• ALL HRMI courses are directly linked to Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualifications and students have a clear pathway to qualify with Bachelors (BA / BSc) and Masters Degrees.

• Our University Partners, have a distinguished history of over 150 years and highly ranked, respected and unblemished. University of Derby is ranked 37 and University of Northampton is ranked 42 for Business, Management and Marketing by The Guardian UK.

• All HRMI courses confirm to the highest local and international academic standards. We don’t compromise on content and duration. All our courses comply with Pearson Edexcel International Quality Standards.

• Our Master's Degrees take one full year for Coursework and one full year for Research in conformity to the highest academic standards at Level 7 in the UK Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF)

• Our Bachelor’s Degrees take three years. We don’t claim our Diplomas or Higher National Diplomas as equivalent to Degrees.

• Our Diplomas for school leavers take 18 months or 400 learning hours in accordance to international standards. Our Diploma students have a seamless progression pathway to a Degree.

• Our Diplomas for experienced or otherwise qualified individuals take 12 months for coursework and 3 months for research.

• Our Lead Partner Pearson Edexcel is UK’s largest awarding institution offering academic and vocational qualifications. Edexcel is owned by Pearson, the leading education company in the world.

• We strongly adhere to uncompromising ethical standards by only collaborating with reputed academic partners, offering trusted and dependable qualifications.

• We are committed to supporting students in their academic and professional progression, career advancement, personality and character development.

• We work with a network of reputed organizations to enable our students to acquire practical experience through a well-designed programme of internship training. We thereafter assist our students to be professionally employed.

• Our faculty consists of highly respected and qualified management professionals & renowned academics.

• Our processes and services are subjected to stringent quality standards and regularly reviewed by local and foreign assessors.

• HRMI has been assessed and certified as meeting the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 International Quality Standards by SGS United Kingdom.

• We have plenty of student engagement activities. These include sports, recreation and talent development events.

• We have a well-stocked library and a pleasant Wi-Fi enabled study environment.

• Our campus is modern, spacious and clean with ample car parking facilities.

• We provide very convenient instalment payment plans to ease students.

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