In this module, you’ll be introduced to both research methods and consultancy skills which can then be used to analyse and resolve management and HRM problems and explore business opportunities. The emphasis will be on evidence-based and problem-based learning. With research methods, you’ll be introduced to, and expected to apply, a range of research methodologies and methods.  

This module will also critique different frameworks of consultancy. You’ll be introduced to consultancy theory and tools and expected to develop process awareness, understanding and consulting skills through various practical activities and applications. 

In this module, you’ll focus on the role of leadership in organisational change management. You’ll first cover theories and perspectives of leadership, including trait, behavioural, contextual, and relational perspectives, approaching leadership from different angles.  

Next, you’ll discuss organisational change from a process perspective. You’ll be introduced to a process model of change and use this as a framework to discuss the importance of stakeholder management, communication, reactions to change, learning and culture, and employee proactivity in the change process.  

You’ll examine the role of leadership in change under each topic of change management. You’ll be provided opportunities to apply the knowledge learned from the module to analyse cases reflecting real-world issues in organisational change management across different business and geographical settings. You’ll also be offered activities to reflect on your work experiences and apply the knowledge learned from the module to your work contexts. 

In this module, you’ll examine strategic and contemporary HRM that is applicable to a global context. You’ll consider Strategic HRM as compared with more operational HRM and critically consider the strategic role of HRM in addressing current organisational challenges and dilemmas.  

You’ll examine strategic and contemporary HRM from a critical, evidence-based perspective and apply relevant theories to understanding practical Global HRM situations. The module is also designed to promote your global mindset, with the development of a range of key people management skills and competencies required in a national and international context. 

In this module, you’ll explore Responsible HR and Sustainability to develop your insight into the important internal and external contribution that HR can make.

In addition to considering the employee and organisational perspective, you’ll locate HRM within its broader societal and environmental context. Examining challenges from a critical and strategic, evidence-based perspective you’ll apply relevant concepts and theories to build your skills to ensure that you’re well placed to lead the way in enhancing Global HRM, for example with promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Green HR.   

The module is designed to develop your global mindset and key people management skills and competencies required in a global context, including ethical decision making, adaptive communication, and problem-solving. 

This practice-based module gives you the opportunity to undertake research into, and consultancy on, a specific HRM organisational problem. It’s designed to give you experience in defining and researching a specific academic topic in HRM, building on subject knowledge and professional insights and skills gained through taught modules.

You’ll apply methodological principles and consulting skills developed on the Research and Consulting Skills in HRM module. This will involve original research, the application of research techniques (including quantitative or qualitative approaches), the use of intervention styles in consultancy, and evidence of problem-solving skills to address the business issue with actionable recommendations. The module requires you to apply a global mindset.