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Post Graduate
Programs
Postgraduate Higher Diploma
in Business Studies (Human Resource Management)
Awarding Body: Higher Education and Training Awards
Council (HETAC)
Duration: 12 months
The central objective
of the Higher Diploma programme is to prepare
graduates for employment in a Human Resource
Management (HRM) related business context. It
combines an intensive introduction to core
business disciplines and ab-initio coverage of
the fundamental HRM concepts and applications
most relevant to the modern business environment.
The course is designed for non business and non
HRM graduates who wish to pursue a career in this
field or to further develop significant knowledge
of HRM.
This intensive programme presents a significant
challenge to participants. The intention is to
provide students with an appropriate combination
of academic theory, practical business
applications and skills to assist their
transition to the world of business. This will be
accomplished through the content of courses
offered, the range of learning processes employed
and the mix of lecturers contributing to the
programme. The lecturing team will consist of
persons who combine appropriate academic
qualifications with a wealth of practical
experience in business and HRM.
The initial focus of the programme will be on
providing a basic business and HRM education
combined with parallel development of practical
skills in business. At this intensive foundation
stage, concentration will be on the combining of
conventional ‘theory’ teaching techniques with
hands on practical workshops to develop essential
interpersonal, communication, analytical and
computing skills.
The programme will continue to develop conceptual
knowledge and understanding of business and HRM
disciplines, but with a greater emphasis on the
practical application of such knowledge to real
world business scenarios. In this way it is
intended that students will systematically
develop the ability to blend conceptual
understanding with practical application
particularly in HRM related areas.
Programme Structure
For full-time
students, delivery of the programme is structured
over two semesters with an optional four months
work experience from June to September.
Work Placement (Optional)
One of the most
attractive aspects of the full time programme is
the opportunity to gain practical work experience
over a four month period. The opportunity of a
full time position may arise, and graduates of
this programme are at a distinct advantage in
terms of future employment prospects.
Assessment
Student assessment
will be based on a combination of continuous
assessment and end of semester examinations.
Continuous assessment will involve a number of
assessment methods, including research essays,
analysis of case studies, practical assessments
and projects. For the purpose of continuous
assessment students will be required to work
individually and in groups.
End of semester examinations will usually be
closed book, timed constrained written
examinations, which will feature a range of
question styles.
Careers
On completion of this
programme graduates will have the business
knowledge and skills required to commence
employment/career development in a variety of
business areas such as marketing, finance,
management and business administration within a
variety of industry sectors.
Entry Requirements
To
be considered for admission, applicants must hold:
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A
primary honours degree award of at least pass
level in a non-cognate discipline from a
recognised third level institution or equivalent
qualification
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An IELTS score of a minimum 6.0 or equivalent,
where full-time study has been conducted in a
language other than English or applicants whose
first language is not English.
Programme Content
Semester 1
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- Psychology
of Work
- Management &
Strategy
- Marketing
Principles
- IT in
Business
- The
Regulatory Environment
- The Economic
Environment
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Semester 2
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- Human
Resource Management
-
Communication Skills
- Accounting &
Finance
- Training &
Development
- Employment
Law
- Industrial
Relations
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