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Master of Science in Management with Human Resources
The nature of work and people management across the globe is constantly evolving. Now more than ever before, people are recognised as being the most highly prized asset in any company, and successful organisations are now committed to the well-being and retention of highly motivated employees. The Global College Malta MSc in Management with Human Resources explores the management of people from a social, cultural, and political point of view, while at the same time developing your senior-level management skills and encouraging creative thinking.
Human resource management is more than just managing the relationship between professional development and productivity. Human resource professionals today require skills in critical thinking and problem solving and working in collaborative and inclusive ways to address the significant organisational challenges of our time. Effective human resources management in the modern world is about supporting senior and line managers to facilitate the well-being of their employees and helping them achieve both personal and overall business objectives.
The MSc in Management with Human Resources accordingly explores a broad range of human resources topics, including team development, resource planning, and employee relations. You will develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding to become a successful leader and practitioner in this increasingly complex business function. Crucially, you will learn how to address practical human resource issues in innovative and sustainable way, while considering the ethical obligations of the human resource practitioner.
Our strong emphasis on your personal and leadership development will be supported by regular sessions to develop your skills in a wide range of areas from communication and negotiation to team-building and leadership.
The course is studied on a full-time basis over a period of one year.
TBC
Start Date
18 Months
Duration
MQF L7
Certification
Global College Malta
Course Provider
€8,650
Prerequisites
See Below
Basis
Full-Time
Location
In-Person
Course Fees
€8,650
What you'll learn
Please click on each module below to see the detailed learning outcomes.
Target Group
Middle to Senior organisational managers in commercial for-profit organisations, the public sector and the voluntary sector.
Prerequisites
Prior to entering the Master’s program of study with the College, applicants should normally possess:
- A good degree from a recognised university institution or equivalent recognised higher education institution. Whilst a degree in a subject broadly related to Business and Management is advantageous, this is not essential. The application process will carefully consider the suitability of the student to successfully complete the program based on the information provided. Where appropriate, a discussion will be held with the applicant to determine their suitability, or
- A graduate-level professional qualification from a recognised University institution or appropriate comparable recognised higher education institution. A graduate-level professional qualification in a subject broadly related to Business and Management is advantageous. The application process will carefully consider the suitability of the student to successfully complete the program based on the information provided. Where appropriate, a discussion will be held with the applicant to determine their suitability, or
- Where appropriate, a pre-master’s orientation programme is approved by Global College Malta.
Students whose first Language is not English and who have not previously been exposed to spoken and written English at a reasonably advanced level will normally be required to demonstrate an English competence of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. The College may undertake a video interview with the prospective student to better understand their English proficiency and, where appropriate, may also require a Medium of Instruction certificate from the student’s previous educational institution. The English language proficiency requirement may be waived if the student is a native speaker of English and has completed their secondary education in a country where English is the official language or English was the language of instruction where they graduated.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to have two or more years of relevant work experience, although this need not necessarily be continuous, and may have been undertaken on a voluntary or unpaid basis.
Course Modules
The study of marketing plays an essential component of the knowledge, skills and competence of middle to senior manager, particularly in a fast moving and complex global marketplace. The module will develop high level and advanced marketing knowledge and skills in the learner.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Be able to critically analyse and demonstrate the relative importance of marketing to a specific business or organisation
- Be able to create a high-level brief for a market research organisation to carry out a specific research project based on sound organisational research
- Be able to supervise and monitor marketing spend as part of a continuing campaign for a specified organisation
- Be able to demonstrate the necessary competencies to be able to be responsible for generating customer interaction in an organisation’s market research approaches
Middle to senior managers are expected to manage budgets, control costs and improve productivity. This module will support the development of high level skills in this discipline area and enable students to have confidence in accountancy and finance matters as they assume more senior roles with added responsibilities.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Be able to produce competent draft accounts for an organisation
- Be able to create a competent budget incorporating both annual and capital expenditures evaluating the appropriate balance of these
- Be able to effectively demonstrate, based on research, the different means of appraising investment projects as part of a capital investment plan, and authorise the most appropriate for a given organisation
- Be able to demonstrate an ability to be able authorise expenditure against budget; and,
Be able to monitor regularly-reported management accounts and authorise remedial action where relevant
This module provides students with a detailed and contemporary understanding of qualitative and quantitative research activities, as applied in a business and management context. The module will not only support students prior to commencing their dissertation but also help students to understand how data interpretation can support their role in effectively managing organisations at a senior level.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Be able to monitor complex circumstances within and around an organisation to determine when to recommend research projects be developed and approved
- Be able to authorise the commissioning of appropriately complex organisation-relevant research projects
- Be able to manage complex projects if so commissioned by the organisation
Successful and effective strategic planning and management are essential for any successful organisation. Middle to senior managers must be able to formulate robust and realistic strategic plans. This module explores high-level strategic planning concepts and practices.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Be able to critically analyse the internal and external environment of the organisation
- Be able to create a detailed strategic plan for a chosen organisation
- Be able to represent complex views underlying the strategic plan to the most senior decision-making team of an organisation
- Be able to produce a detailed monitoring report on the progress of the strategic plan based on research of the detailed circumstances
The study of organisational behavior and Human Resource Management underpins Strategy, Leadership, and Change Management. The module will provide the learner with a detailed understanding of current and emerging global practices in respect of managing and developing an organisation’s human capital.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Have the competency to effectively supervise a staff team
- Be able to identify, set, and achieve complex personal and staff goals
- Have the competency to be able to manage a department or section of an organisation, including the personnel within it
- Have the competency to be able to select an appropriate person(s) to recruit to an identified organisational post
- Have the competency to be able to select an appropriate person(s) to undertake a successful project
In the absence of effective leadership, organisations will fail. This module explores the attributes of what makes an effective organisational leader, the techniques they employ, and how effective leaders are essential to sustainable succession planning.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Be able to effectively apply higher-level leadership behaviors in different organisational circumstances
- Be able to effectively collaborate with colleagues to ensure the development of complementary and appropriate leadership approaches across the organisation
- Be able to critically monitor leadership behaviors across an organisation through a formal and continuing research process
This module equips managers in the 21st Century by providing:
- Insights into the behavioral dynamics of employees at the individual, group, and organisational levels
- Knowledge and understanding of the human resource management practices that might be applied within organisations so that employees can be managed to best effect
Successful employee development is an essential part of effective human resource management and plays a vital role in assisting organisations to utilise their most important asset, their employees, in order to remain competitive, innovative, and responsive. This module focuses on the learning and development of employees in the workplace and the enhancement of their skills, competencies, and organisational contribution.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Be able to undertake a critical, comprehensive, and effective training skills needs analysis
- Be able to critically apply competency-based performance enhancement systems and procedures
- Be able to design and evaluate a complex staff development training program for staff at various organisational levels
- Have an informed awareness of the various training methods used in modern human resources management and a detailed critical understanding of possible future trends and developments
This module is designed to allow students the opportunity to engage in a rigorous piece of personal and independent research arising out of their program of study and allied to their professional field, and to present their findings through a dissertation.
At the end of the module, you will be able to:
- Critically monitor and assess the circumstances within and around an organisation to determine when to recommend research projects be developed and approved
- Have the knowledge, understanding and authority to authorise the commissioning of appropriate organisation-relevant research projects
- Be able to implement research projects if so commissioned
Course Provider
Global College Malta is a prestigious and well-known private higher education institution in Smart City Malta, Kalkara.
We are known for delivering exceptional undergraduate and postgraduate courses that equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for successful and fulfilling careers.
With over a decade of experience, Global College Malta has earned a strong reputation for quality education and close ties with the local industry. Many of our graduates have gone on to excel in prominent roles within both Maltese and international organizations, showcasing the effectiveness and career potential of our courses.
Our lecturers are industry leaders, including entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, and academic scholars, who bring a blend of real-world expertise and academic excellence to the classroom. This unique combination creates an enriching learning environment for our diverse student body from around the world.
Global College Malta offers courses across four specialised schools: the School of Business, the School of Economics and Finance, the School of Health and Social Care, and the School of Logistics, Operations, and Informatics. Each school provides a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses designed to meet industry needs. Additionally, our School of Business offers a Doctor of Business Administration course for those seeking advanced leadership roles.
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