BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management

In today's service-driven economy, an organization's most valuable asset is its people.

• This degree equips you with comprehensive knowledge of Human Resource (HR) management within the broader context of key management disciplines.
• You'll learn how to manage employees effectively, keep them motivated, plan their training needs and career paths, and reward their success—all crucial elements for running a successful organization.
• The course emphasizes evidence-based management, encouraging you to pose questions, challenge assumptions, and use evidence to make informed decisions.

You'll also have the opportunity to manage a ‘live’ HR project, enhancing your CV and giving you a competitive edge with employers.

Rankings and Accreditations:

• Rankings: Norwich Business School at UEA was ranked 14th overall for research quality in Business and Management Studies in the Times Higher Education REF 2021 Analysis.

• Accreditations: This course offers dual accreditation from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Upon successful completion, you'll receive the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership and gain CMI membership for the duration of your studies. Additionally, you'll attain Foundation Chartered Manager status, initiating your journey toward becoming a Chartered Manager.

Module Overview:

• In Year 1, students gain a solid foundation in business through shared core modules in areas like marketing, finance, data management, and organisational behaviour, along with an applied business project.
• Year 2 shifts focus to human resource management with modules in people management and strategic analysis, while still allowing optional business topics.
• In the final year, students explore international and strategic HRM and may complete a final-year project, with continued flexibility to specialise based on prior module choices.