Human Resource Management MBA (Executive)

Bedfordshire’s 20-month Executive MBA in Human Resource Management prepares you for pivotal career paths in HR management, talent development and organisational-change leadership, where you will excel in nurturing positive workplace environments; maximising employee potential; and driving organisational success. Our robust industry connections, expert academic team and industry-relevant projects ensure your learning reflects real-world HRM scenarios and challenges. 

The course is part time and uses a blended approach, combining on-campus study with online distance learning in your own time. This flexibility helps you to fit your studies around your work and other commitments.

Career-powered links

The EMBA Human Resource Management is aligned with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the professional body for HR, learning and development.

We also work closely with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the UK’s leading organisation representing businesses.

Facilities and specialist equipment

* State-of-the-art business suite equipped with industry-standard hardware and software

* Business pods, boardroom areas and IT suites designed to simulate a professional office environment

* Library resource service offering full support 24/7

Your student experience

Develop the essential skills needed for success as an HR business professional, including in organisational development, learning and development, and people management, enhancing your ability to navigate complex workplace dynamics and drive meaningful change.

Learn from a highly qualified academic team who play an active role in human resource management, using their engagement in research, conferences and consultancy to shape their teaching and expose you to the latest industry developments.

Benefit from executive coaching to support your personal development and ambitions while developing your skills through group work guided by industry and academic experts.

Work on live consultancy projects with leading employers in organisations across private, public and not-for-profit sectors.

Acquire essential professional skills aligned with bodies like the Chartered Management Institute and chambers of commerce.

Enrich your learning journey through immersive visits to a range of organisations, offering first-hand exposure to diverse business environments and practices.

Join our Global Guest Speaker series, featuring academics, industry leaders, and professionals from organisations like Luton Borough Council, the European Commission, and bodies such as the Association of Project Management (APM).

Solve real-life problems working with the University’s Research and Innovation Service (RIS) where you can assist local businesses and SMEs to up-skill and innovate.