This Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM) programme is designed for individuals who intend to pursue a professional career in human resources management. The programme will also benefit practicing human resources professionals who have little or no formal human resources management training or education, as well as line managers who seek an advanced education in the principles and practice of people management.

Upon Completion Of The Programme, Graduates Will Possess:

People-management competencies

Graduates of the programme will have the necessary HR knowledge, skills and competencies to successfully carry out operational HR functions that translate HR policies and procedures into positive HR outcomes.

Evaluation and advisory competencies

Graduates of the programme will have the ability to evaluate and develop people-management programmes and processes, based on a sound knowledge of the principles of employee motivation and engagement, and an awareness of the importance of the organisational and cultural context and of ethical principles.

Personal and professional development

Graduates of the programme will be effective communicators, analytical and critical thinkers, who will appreciate the importance of life-long learning and continuing professional development.

Programme Feature

The Department of Management at the HKBU School of Business is the leading provider of human resources undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Hong Kong. The programme involves the following distinctive features.

Active Learning Approach

The programme uses a range of participative and work-based learning approaches that enable students to investigate issues or problems of concern, create useful information and options and devise plans to deal with the problems identified.

Weekend Classes

The programme is offered on a one-year full-time or a two-year part-time study mode. Most of the courses are taught over weekends.

International Recognition

The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Europe's largest professional institute for HRM and HR development. MHRM students who register as CIPD student members will have their degree recognised as CIPD Advanced Level 7 Certificate in Human Resources qualification and automatically leads to the CIPD Associate membership after graduation.