The Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management at
Birmingham City University
is a
3
years
long
program for international students,
taught in English.
📖Introduction
Birmingham City University is a dynamic and forward-thinking institution located in Birmingham, England. With a rich history dating back to 1843, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, business, computing, education, engineering, health, and social sciences. Known for its industry connections and practical approach to education, Birmingham City University provides students with real-world experiences, internships, and placements to enhance their employability. The university's commitment to innovation and research contributes to its reputation as a hub for creativity, entrepreneurship, and academic excellence. With a diverse and inclusive community, Birmingham City University is dedicated to empowering students to reach their full potential and make a positive impact in their chosen fields.
Our Human Resource Management (HRM) degree equips you with the tools you need to develop the high-performing workforce and innovative teams demanded by business.
This course teaches you about the importance of motivating and managing people within a business, showing you the link between successful performance and the people you employ.
Drawing upon all aspects of people management enables you not only to gain the building blocks of knowledge and understanding, but also a high degree of professional competence in the field of people management and development.
Reflecting on the current evolution of the HR profession and looking ahead into the near future, you will be provided with progressive opportunities to experience the use of digital technology and advanced technologies in some of the main functions of HRM: immersive realities for Recruiting and Selection, Training and Development, On boarding, Performance Management to name a few.
The course is accredited by the relevant professional body, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), demonstrating the high quality provision of our course. It has been designed to meet the core knowledge and core behaviours of the CIPD Profession Map and incorporates the core curriculum requirements of that organisation such that when you successfully graduate from the course will have full exemption from the academic component of associate membership of the CIPD.
You will keep up-to-date with the latest issues and innovations in human resources, supported by your lecturers who have experience of working with some of the biggest names in business, in manufacturing, retail, services, hospitality or management consultancy. Guest speakers, from industry and academia, will be invited to provide expert input at both module and course level.
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First Year In order to complete this course you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totaling 120 credits). Developing Your Personal Brand 20 credits Principles of Marketing 20 credits The Digital Business Environment 20 credits Introduction to Human Resource Management 20 credits Behaviour in Organisations 20 credits Finance for Managers 20 credits
Second Year In order to complete this course you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totaling 100 credits). Employment Law in Context 20 credits Management Development 20 credits Recruitment and Selection Strategies 20 credits Adding Value through HR 20 credits Introduction to Consultancy 20 credits
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete at least 20 credits from the following list of OPTIONAL modules. Entrepreneurship in Action 20 credits The Global Manager 20 credits Cross-Cultural Management 20 credits Study Abroad 20 credits
Final Year In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 80 credits). Employee Retention and Engagement 20 credits Leading and Managing Change 20 credits Coaching and Development 20 credits Performance and Reward Management 20 credits Extended Business Research Project 40 credits
Birmingham City University is a renowned institution of higher education located in Birmingham, England. With a history tracing back to 1843, the university has evolved into a leading modern university that offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. Committed to providing a transformative learning experience, Birmingham City University focuses on practical learning, industry relevance, and employability. The university maintains strong connections with local and global industries, providing students with valuable opportunities for internships, placements, and networking. With a diverse student body and a vibrant campus culture, Birmingham City University nurtures creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. Through its research and enterprise initiatives, the university contributes to knowledge advancement and engages with society to address contemporary challenges. Birmingham City University is dedicated to empowering students to succeed academically, professionally, and personally, preparing them for rewarding careers and lifelong learning.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let
us
know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before
arriving. You
can arrive a few days before and
book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average
A, 70%, or a
high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here
,
"You
are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of
getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application
documents
during
your application. Some documents you can
send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info
about
preparing
application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information
is
available
here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application
fee and
upload
the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your
application within
2-3
days and proceed to the university or ask
you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive
your unique
application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates.
As soon as
there is any update we will let you know.
If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change
address at any
time
please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions
letter
electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable
deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the
admissions
letter and visa form to your home country.
