MSc Human Resource Management

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Applicants are typically required to have achieved a minimum undergraduate degree with 60% or above. The specific percentage requirements may vary depending on the program and the applicant's field of study. 

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: The minimum IELTS score required is 6.5 or higher, with no individual component score below 6.0.
• TOEFL: The minimum TOEFL score is typically 92 or higher, with minimum 19 in  each individual section.
• PTE: The minimum PTE score required is usually around 62 or higher, with no component score below 55.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Lancaster University, located in the United Kingdom, recognizes the importance of providing financial assistance to international students. The university offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to support talented and deserving international students.

1. Global Scholarships: Lancaster University offers a generous Global Scholarship program specifically for international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can significantly contribute towards tuition fees. The Global Scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

2. Regional Scholarships: Lancaster University also offers scholarships targeted at specific regions around the world. These scholarships aim to attract and support high-achieving students from specific countries or regions. The eligibility criteria and application process may vary for each regional scholarship.

3. Subject-specific Scholarships: In addition to general scholarships, Lancaster University provides subject-specific scholarships for international students. These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and have a strong interest in a particular field of study.

4. Research Scholarships: For international students interested in pursuing research degrees, Lancaster University offers research scholarships. These scholarships provide financial support for students undertaking research projects or doctoral studies.

5. External Scholarships: Lancaster University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities as well. The university provides guidance and support in identifying and applying for external scholarships offered by government bodies, organizations, and funding agencies.

1. HR Manager: Graduates can pursue HR management positions in organizations across various industries. As an HR manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, training and development, compensation and benefits, and HR policy implementation.

2. HR Business Partner: HR business partners work closely with business leaders and managers to align HR strategies with organizational goals. They provide strategic HR advice, implement HR initiatives, and contribute to organizational development and change management efforts.

3. Talent Acquisition Specialist: In this role, graduates can focus on attracting, recruiting, and selecting top talent for organizations. They may be involved in designing recruitment strategies, conducting interviews, assessing candidates, and managing the onboarding process.

4. Learning and Development Manager: This career path involves designing and implementing training and development programs to enhance employee skills and performance. Graduates can work closely with employees and managers to identify learning needs, design training modules, and evaluate the effectiveness of development initiatives.

5. Employee Relations Specialist: Professionals in this field handle employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, grievance handling, and disciplinary actions. They ensure compliance with employment laws, foster positive employee relations, and promote a harmonious work environment.

6. HR Consultant: Graduates can work as HR consultants, either independently or within consulting firms. In this role, they provide expert advice and support to organizations on HR-related issues, such as HR strategy development, performance management, organizational design, and change management.

7. Compensation and Benefits Specialist: This career path involves designing and managing compensation and benefits programs to attract, motivate, and retain employees. Graduates can work on salary benchmarking, incentive schemes, employee benefits packages, and performance-based rewards.

8. Organizational Development Specialist: Graduates can focus on organizational development, helping organizations enhance their efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness. They may work on change management initiatives, culture transformation, employee engagement programs, and organizational restructuring.

9. HR Analyst: With a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making, graduates can pursue roles as HR analysts, where they analyze HR metrics, trends, and patterns to provide insights and support HR strategy formulation and implementation.

10. International HR Manager: The MSc HRM program at Lancaster University offers a global perspective, preparing graduates for international HR roles. Graduates can work in multinational companies, global HR consulting firms, or international organizations, managing HR operations across different countries and cultures.