3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
The BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management at the University of Hertfordshire blends essential business disciplines with specialised human resource knowledge, equipping students for careers in HR leadership, consulting, and organisational strategy. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the program offers a pathway to associate membership, providing students with professional recognition and access to HR networks.
This degree emphasizes practical, real-world learning through case studies, guest lectures, and live business projects. Students gain a well-rounded understanding of HR management, organisational behaviour, talent development, employment law, and business analytics.
Professional Accreditation: CIPD-accredited – eligibility for associate membership
Regional Ranking: 3rd in East of England for Business and Management (CUG 2024)
Optional Sandwich year - Work Placement or Study Abroad
Course overview
Year 1: Business fundamentals including marketing, business data, organisational behaviour, and an introduction to HR
Year 2: Focus on HR strategy, talent management, performance and reward, and business operations
Year 3: Capstone project, global HR management, workplace psychology, and professional development
Optional sandwich year or shorter internships with major employers such as Amazon, Morgan Stanley, SAP, Nestlé
Study abroad
Live projects and employer engagement through guest lectures, regional conferences, and workshops
Applied Business Project in the final year with real-world research applications
Graduates enter HR, recruitment, and people strategy roles at companies like Hilton, NHS, Amazon, Roche, Paramount, Tesco, and Infosys
Practical experience via placement or study abroad enhances employability
Ongoing support from the Future Success team for job placement, interview prep, and career planning
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