Business and Management (Human Resource Management) BA (Hons)

<strong>Why Business and Management (Human resource management) BA (Hons)</strong><br/>The global workplace is evolving rapidly, driven by legislative change, ethical expectations, and shifting employee needs, with organisations increasingly relying on data-driven HR decision-making. <br/><br/>In your first year, you will develop core leadership and management skills alongside at least 3 hours of weekly in-class learning per module, combining lectures with interactive small-group seminars and real-world activities that bring learning to life. These sessions encourage collaboration, discussion, and application of key concepts, helping you build confidence and deepen your understanding, supported by small class sizes, expert lecturers, and a Personal Tutor. <br/>In your second year, you will specialise in HRM through modules covering professional and ethical people practice, data insights, and courage and influence in a digital workplace, with eligibility for Associate Membership of the CIPD. <br/><br/>The final year focuses on managing people, leading change, and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, while developing strategies for sustainable organisational improvement. Alongside your studies, you will engage with guest speakers from organisations such as Jaguar Land Rover, Ecotricity, CIPD, and Enterprise Mobility, as well as networking events, field trips, and student societies. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), this degree also includes a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, preparing you for employment or further study.<br/><br/><strong>Why University of Gloucestershire?</strong><br/>University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a vibrant, close-knit and diverse community where small class sizes and dedicated personal tutors ensure students receive guidance and support from day one. UoG has been offering a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1847.Alongside strong support, guest speakers, networking events, and industry partnerships will help prepare you for life after graduation, whether entering your chosen career or progressing to further study.<br/><br/><strong>Our promises to you</strong><br/>UoG Career Promise – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching* (*eligibility conditions apply).<br/>UoG Accommodation Promise – we guarantee all first-year students’ accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at.<br/>UoG Connections Promise – offering thousands of placements, internships, clubs and societies to help students find their community and build valuable experience and career connections.<br/><br/><strong>Career focused courses</strong><br/>95% of our graduates are in work or further study and courses at UoG are designed in collaboration with industry partners and benefit from the professional experience and expertise of its staff. This approach ensures students gain practical, relevant knowledge that prepares them for real-world careers.<br/><br/><strong>Student life</strong><br/>Home to 11,300 students and 900 staff across four campuses, University of Gloucestershire offers dynamic learning environments on the edge of the Cotswolds, the UK’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With over 45 festivals each year, global business placements nearby and more than 500 bars, clubs and pubs, Cheltenham is known as the ‘Festival Town’, while Gloucester blends rich history with a modern city feel, from its iconic cathedral to its famous docks.<br/><br/><strong>Visit us</strong><br/>Come and explore our campuses, facilities, teaching areas and accommodation. You’ll get the chance to attend course talks and meet our lecturers, current students and support staff and answer all of your questions.<br/><br/><strong>To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14</strong>