To manage in any kind of organization. Therefore, the Master of Human Resource Management is intended to prepare and graduate managers with relevant dynamic competencies in managing people for organizational success.
NKUMBA UNIVERSITY programmes
Master Of Science In Human Resource Management
Career Path
A Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM) provides graduates with specialized knowledge and skills in managing human capital within organizations. Here’s a potential career path for someone completing this program:
- Human Resources (HR) Manager: Graduates can start their careers as HR managers, overseeing all aspects of the HR function within an organization. They would be responsible for recruitment, employee relations, training and development, compensation and benefits, and HR policy implementation.
- Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter: Graduates may specialize in talent acquisition, working as recruiters or talent acquisition specialists. They would be responsible for sourcing and attracting top talent, conducting interviews, managing the hiring process, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for new employees.
- Training and Development Manager: Graduates interested in employee training and development may pursue roles as training and development managers. They would design and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and competencies, address performance gaps, and support organizational goals.
- Compensation and Benefits Analyst: Graduates with a focus on compensation and benefits can work as compensation and benefits analysts. They would be responsible for designing and administering compensation and benefits programs, conducting salary surveys, analyzing compensation data, and ensuring competitive and equitable pay practices.
- Employee Relations Specialist: Graduates may specialize in employee relations, working as employee relations specialists or HR advisors. They would handle employee grievances, mediate conflicts, provide guidance on HR policies and procedures, and promote positive employee relations within the organization.
- HR Consultant: Graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills may pursue careers as HR consultants. They would work with clients on various HR projects, such as organizational restructuring, performance management, HR technology implementation, and change management initiatives.
- Organizational Development Specialist: Graduates interested in organizational development can work as organizational development specialists or change management consultants. They would assess organizational needs, design interventions to improve organizational effectiveness and employee engagement, and facilitate change initiatives.
- HR Business Partner: Graduates may advance to HR business partner roles, where they serve as strategic partners to business leaders and departments within the organization. They would align HR initiatives with business objectives, provide guidance on workforce planning, talent management, and organizational development, and contribute to overall business success.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist: Graduates with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion may pursue roles as DEI specialists. They would develop and implement initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace, address bias and discrimination, and foster a culture of belonging and respect.
- HR Director/Chief HR Officer: With experience and expertise, graduates can progress to senior leadership roles in HR, such as HR director or chief HR officer. In these positions, they would provide strategic direction for the HR function, lead organizational change initiatives, and contribute to shaping the overall culture and success of the organization.
Course Modules
Year 1 Semester I
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | CH | CU |
NUHRM51101 | Creative Leadership in Organizations | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51102 | Human Resource Management Ethics | 45 | 30 | 60 |
04 |
NUHRM51103 | Human Resource Management | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51104 | Organization Development | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51105 | Performance Management | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51106 | Labour Economics | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
Year 1 Semester II
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | CH | CU |
NUHRM51201 | Human Resource Management Information System | 30 | 60 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51202 | Research Methods | 30 | 60 | 60 |
04 |
NUHRM51203 | Human Resource Planning | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51204 | Employment Law | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM51205 | Learning and Development | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUACC51026 | Financial Management | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
Year II, Semester I
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | CH | CU |
NUHRM52101 | Employment Relations | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM52102 | International Human Resource Management | 45 | 30 | 60 |
04 |
NUHRM52103 | Public Relations | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM52104 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM52105 | Human Resource Competency Mapping | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM52106 | Corporate Strategy | 45 | 30 | 60 | 04 |
Year II, Semester II
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | CH | CU |
NUHRM52201 | Research Seminar Series (Audited) | 15 | 90 | 60 | 04 |
NUHRM52202 | Dissertation | 00 | 120 | 60 |
04 |
Entry Requirements
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