Human Resource Management and Psychology
About Human Resource Management and Psychology
This course combines the study of human resource management principles with the insights of psychology to equip students with a deep understanding of workforce dynamics and organizational behaviour. It explores how psychological theories and research methods apply to recruiting, managing, motivating, and developing employees within diverse workplaces.
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Course Overview
Students learn about talent acquisition, performance management, employment law, organisational development, and employee wellbeing alongside psychological concepts such as cognition, motivation, group behaviour, and mental health. The course integrates practical skills in communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and change management, preparing graduates to effectively address human factors in business environments. Emphasis is placed on ethical considerations, diversity and inclusion, and the impact of psychological assessment tools in HR processes. The programme prepares students for careers in HR departments, organisational consultancy, employee relations, and roles that require understanding human behaviour in professional contexts.
Modules
- Communication and Study Skills
- Introduction to Psychology
- Business and Employability Skills
- Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Introduction to Human Resource Management
- Fundamentals of Psychology
- Organisational Behaviour
- Business Communication and Professional Skills
- Introduction to Employment Law
- Recruitment and Selection
- Learning and Development in Organisations
- Social Psychology and Group Dynamics
- Employee Relations and Conflict Management
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Psychological Assessment and Testing
- Leadership and Change Management
- Wellbeing and Mental Health in the Workplace
- Undergraduate Major Project (dissertation or applied research)
Careers
Students gain practical experience through live projects, case studies, and opportunities to collaborate with industry professionals. The course helps build transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, and leadership essential for HR roles. Graduates can enter careers in HR management, talent acquisition, training and development, organisational consultancy, employee wellbeing, and workplace psychology. The degree's combination of HR and psychology knowledge uniquely prepares graduates to influence organisational success by improving employee engagement and workplace culture. Career support includes CV workshops, interview preparation, and networking events with HR and psychology professionals. Many students also undertake internships or placement years to gain valuable real-world experience.
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