Master of Science Degree Human Resource Management Mhrm

Midlands State University offers a Master of Science Degree in Human Resource Management (MHRM). The programme builds knowledge of contemporary theoretical foundations and analytical issues in the management of human resources. Students develop a critical appreciation of how to manage, evaluate, and advise on human resource and employment issues through research and academic study. Core modules include Strategic Human Resource Management, Employment Relations, Organisational Theory, and Research Methodology and Statistics.

The programme is structured across two levels and follows an integrated design. Students choose elective modules in each semester, such as Ethics and Corporate Governance, Marketing Management, Sociology of Work and Employment, or Managerial Economics, along with other options like Leadership, HR Consultancy, and Management of Change. The second level includes Strategic Human Resource Development and a Dissertation, supported by supervisor guidance.

Modules

• MHRM 731 Strategic Human Resource Management
• MHRM 732 Employment Relations
• MHRM 740 Research Methodology and Statistics
• MHRM 733 Organisational Theory
• MHRM 738 Reward Management
• MHRM 739 Organisational Analysis and HR Strategy
• MHRM 741 Business Finance
• MHRM 745 Human Resource Information System
• MHRM 831 Strategic Human Resource Development
• MHRM 832 Dissertation
• MHRM 735 Ethics and Corporate Governance
• MHRM 734 Marketing Management

Normal Entry: An Honours degree in human resource management, Human Resource Development or Employment Relations, any relevant social science degree or qualification with a pass of an upper second class (2.1) or better.

Applicants possessing lower degree class may be considered on condition that they submit verifiable evidence of a minimum of two years of working experience.

• Human Resource Manager
• Human Resource Development Manager
• Arbitrator
• Human Resource Consultancy
• Academia
• Labour Officer
• Occupational Health and Safety Officer
• Industrial Relations Manager/ Officer
• Training Officer
• Payroll Administrator
• Human Resources Administrator