Awards
Target Award
Award Description:Master of Arts - MA
Alternative Exit
Accreditation
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Programme Offerings
Full-Time
F2F-JMU-SEP
Educational Aims of the Course
The aim of this MA in Strategic People Management and Practice is to support you to develop the knowledge requirements in human resource management (HRM), which align with to the core knowledge and core behaviour membership standards of the CIPD Profession Map at Chartered Level. By the end of the programme participants will have extended their HRM knowledge by : Contribution to the development and implementation of Human Resource Management (HRM) strategy in a range of organisational contexts. Critically evaluation of organisational HRM strategy and practice within complex and rapidly changing business environments. Critically appraisal of the added value impact of HRM policies and practices to contemporary organisations. Synthesised and analysed complex information from a variety of sources and evaluate its relevance. Critically reflected on experience and learning, skills attainment and undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning. Completion allows Student or Associate members to upgrade to Chartered Member on achievement of the required practitioner experience. The upgrade function is managed by CIPD with programme team support
Learning Outcomes
1.
Evaluate the contribution of HRM strategy to the achievement of business objectives.
2.
Integrate HR strategies with business strategy within the micro and macro environment of contemporary organisations.
3.
Design and critique concepts and strategies within the context of effective resourcing, talent management and the changing labour market.
4.
Assess the utilisation of performance and engagement to maximise individual contribution and enhance organisational performance.
5.
Apply and evaluate theory and practice relating to the changing nature of employment relations in both unionised and non-unionised environments.
6.
Evaluate strategies for personal and organisational learning and knowledge using appropriate
digital technology to support the development of practice.
7.
Interpret and analyse data using contemporary research methodologies and techniques.
8.
Critically analyse issues and formulate appropriately justified responses.
9.
Critically appraise academic and professional journals, data and research findings.
10.
Evaluate the relevance of theoretical concepts and practical techniques to the solution of complex problems.
11.
Analyse interpret and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data.
12.
Utilise judgement to draw appropriate and cost effective recommendations.
13.
Map behaviours, interpersonal and practitioner skills and design personal development plans to enhance these.
14.
Analyse complex information from a variety of sources and evaluate its relevance.
15.
Critically appraise the value of HR and HR policies and practice to diverse business environments.
16.
Critically reflect on experience and learning, and to identify opportunities for continuous professional
development.
17.
Utilise appropriate research methods to evaluate specific organisational situations.
18.
Develop and justify conclusions and recommendations based on the analysis of complex information.
19.
Communicate effectively with employees, management, HR professionals and other stakeholders in an organisational context.
20.
Communicate effectively using appropriate media to include digital media.
21.
Analyse and evaluate complex quantitative and qualitative information utilising appropriate research
methods.
22.
Work independently or as part of a team.
23.
Manage time effectively by planning and prioritising.
24.
Learn independently in the spirit of critical enquiry and reflect upon learning in order to ensure continuous professional development.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Formal classes enable a range of teaching methods - lectures, case studies, groupwork, class discussions, presentations. Digital content and engagement via the VLE and supported by CITRIX Self directed learning is encouraged to develop depth of understanding and independence Intellectual skills are assessed formatively through group and individual contributions in class. Summative assessment is through coursework, examinations, portfolio of skills development, research proposal and dissertation. These are detailed in module and programme documentation. Intellectual skills are developed through the use of case studies, data analysis and the critique of literature and journal articles. Group work and in class discussions encourage the application of concepts to organisational context. Self directed and digitally enhanced learning encourages curiosity and independent learning. Analysis of academic and professional skills development forms part of the Skills development module. Intellectual skills are assessed formatively through group and individual contributions in class. Summative assessment is through coursework, examinations, unseen assessments, portfolio of skills development, research proposal and dissertation. These are detailed in module and programme documentation. The applied nature of the programme and its assessment encourages the development of professional and practical skills through comparative organisational practice via class discussion and case studies. Practitioner speakers and some attendance at CIPD events encourage the development of skills for those students who are aspirational rather than currently employed within HR or HR related work. Discussion boards and digital communities further support the development of practical skills Practical skills are assessed formatively through group and individual contributions in class. Summative assessment is through presentations, case studies, unseen assessments, portfolio of skills development, research proposal and dissertation. These are detailed in module and programme documentation Transferable skills are developed through the use of case studies, data analysis and the critique of literature and journal articles. Group work and in class discussions encourage the application of concepts to organisational context. Self directed and digitally enhanced learning encourages curiosity and independent learning. Analysis of academic and professional skills development forms part of the Skills development module. Transferable skills are assessed formatively through group and individual contributions in class. Summative assessment is through presentations, case studies, unseen assessments, portfolio of skills development, research proposal and dissertation. These are detailed in module and programme documentation
Programme Structure
Structure
Level 7
Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations
Students on CIPD accredited programmes must pass all required module assessments in order to pass each module.