Human Resource Management MBA

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Set yourself on the path to becoming a dynamic business leader and learn to inspire teams. Specialise in Human Resources management, understand key organisational functions, and apply global management practices to achieve impactful business results.

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Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is the flagship course within the School of Business and Management. The course will make you a leader of business, focusing on your professional development in leadership, international business, digital skills, and sustainability.

This Master of Business Administration (MBA) specialism in human resource management prepares you for senior roles with substantial responsibilities. It aims to fast-track your career towards high-paying leadership positions, equipping you to navigate complex employment relationships, manage stakeholder roles, and resolve conflicts while ensuring compliance with employment law.

For more information read the programme specification.

Why us?

Our Business and Management courses are 8th in the UK for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024).
We're proud to have received the Silver award in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for the 'very high quality' of our teaching and learning (TEF 2023).

We invite business leaders into the University to share their experiences with you giving you connections with key industry contacts.
Interactive learning opportunities so you put into practice what you learn and reflect to fine-tune your skills.

Course structure

This course can be studied full-time over one year.

MBA students will study the core module Strategic Leadership for a Sustainable Future which is a practical module aimed at encouraging reflection on critical leadership skills and identifying areas for development based on individual career trajectories and trends in the business environment. Students will also take modules on Digital Enterprise and Innovation, and International Business in Context to develop innovative and sustainable solutions and strategies for current and emerging international business issues.

Course modules

CORE MODULES:

Strategic Leadership for a Sustainable Future (30 credits)

Analyse theoretical approaches to leadership and apply them to strategic and sustainable business issues, utilising case studies and simulations to effectively bridge the gap between theory and practice. This approach aims to identify and cultivate the employability skills essential for success in the digital and global work environments of the future. Conduct reflective practice throughout the module, working to develop a deeper understanding of your own leadership style and identify areas for future development as sustainable business leaders.

International Business in Context (30 credits)

Effectively engage with international business analytical frameworks to critically examine the factors influencing success and failure of firms in a global context, preparing you to navigate the complexities of international markets. Explore the unique opportunities and challenges of conducting business internationally as globalisation and the digital revolution have increased global connectedness in business. Develop innovative and sustainable solutions and strategies for current and emerging international business issues. Critically analyse approaches to leadership and management in a strategic, international business context to develop diverse stakeholder management acumen and digital business competencies.

Digital Enterprise and Innovation (30 credits)

Gain an insight into digital enterprises and the nature of sustainable innovation. Explore issues of culture, communication and leadership within digital enterprises considering the unique opportunities and challenges they face. Explore how industry 5.0 technologies such as digital twin and augmented reality could be leveraged for competitive advantage by digital enterprises. Work in conjunction with local and national and international digital enterprises and apply your understanding of the underlying theoretical concepts learned to authentic business challenges and develop your digital competencies for future employability.

Managing the Employment Relationship (30 credits)

The aim of the module is to understand and analyse the main HR interventions which take place during the employment relationship from vacancy to termination and steps between. It will provide you with a sound knowledge and critical understanding of the full employment cycle set within the historical context and enable analysis of the contemporary changing nature of this. The module is designed for both knowledge acquisition, understanding and application of practices in order to develop/enhance HR skills and behaviours.

MBA Research Project (60 credits)

Critically examine a suitable topic by completing a research project into an organisation or industry sector with which you are familiar. Complete a series of personal competence, digital skills and research methods seminars all designed to support your research project. Develop a critical understanding of the role and importance of research into sustainable business practice, and by investigating an authentic business issue, you will be better prepared for your return to, or entry into, the world of work, along with an enhanced awareness of your own professional development as a future business leader.

Entry requirements

We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.

To study this course, you need:

2:2 honours degree; or

Equivalent professional qualifications

You must meet the minimum English language requirements to join the course:

6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (IELTS)

We accept a range of English language tests and qualifications for students from all over the world. View the full list here.

Accreditation of prior learning (APL)

APL is the term used when you get credit towards your course for something you learned in the past. It means you might not need to study all of the course including a module or number of modules.

This can come from:

Previous learning
Work experience

If you think you could get APL, contact our Admissions team.

Fees and finance

2024/25 fees

The annual fee for this course is:

£17,000 for UK Home/EU (settled/pre-settled status only)
£18,000 for International/EU (non-settled status)

For the 2024/25 academic year, even though you are classified as an International Student, EU nationals receive a £900 scholarship, which reduces the fees from £18,000 to £17,100. The discounted fee will be reflected in your offer letter.

2025/26 fees

The annual fee for this course is:

£18,000 if you are from the UK*/Europe
£19,000 if you are an international student

For more information on fees and funding, visit our Scholarships pages.

Please note: fees may change in the next academic year.

Find out more about paying tuition fees, methods of payment, or read about the scholarships and discounts that might be available to you.

This information was correct at the time of publication.

Career ready

This course will help you build on your experience in Human Resources. It can lead to higher salaries, promotions and better employability. Our graduates have gone on to work in Human Resources for TATA Captial and Shaheen Air International as well as starting their own businesses.

Guest speakers

We invite business leaders to share their experiences with our students. In the past, we've heard from Divine Chocolate’s Head of Sales and Marketing and Sunderland Football Club’s CEO.

Learning from professionals can help you decide what career path you want to follow when you graduate and help you build your networks.

Meet the students

I’m the kind of person that wants to take a risk. If I fail at least I can learn from what went wron

Helena Baafi Mensah
The course is only one year, but the amount you learn is just incredible.

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Contact

Contact Student Recruitment to learn more about studying at the University of Sunderland in London:

020 7531 7333

recruitment-london@sunderland.ac.uk

Download the programme specification for more information on our Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses.

Page last updated: 21 February 2025

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