BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Hertfordshire

Program Overview

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

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • 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

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • 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

Program Key Stats

£15,965
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


73 %

Eligibility Criteria

BBB - BBC
3.0
28
60 - 70

1070
23
6.0
72

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • HR Manager
  • HR Advisor
  • Recruiter
  • Employee Relations Officer
  • People Manager
  • HR Consultant

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