BSc (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge Campus

Program Overview

This degree combines a strong foundation in general business with specialised training in human resource management. It's ideal if you want to lead teams, shape company culture, and make strategic decisions about people in organisations.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

Your first year builds core business knowledge with modules such as Business Environment, where you explore organisational structure, ethics, and stakeholder impacts. You’ll also study Business Finance & Economics, Marketing Principles, and Fundamentals of Organisational Behaviour. These modules give you a broad managerial outlook and essential business literacy.

Year 2

In year two, you begin to specialise more in HR: you’ll take Managing HR & Organisational Performance, Developing Professional Practice & Using HR Data, and Project Management to develop your ability to use data in HR decisions and to lead initiatives. You also study entrepreneurial modules and a “Ruskin Module”, which supports your overall business acumen and work‑ready mindset.

Year 3

In your final year, the course equips you with advanced HR and business strategy knowledge. You’ll take HR Management in Context & Reward Management, Employment Law & Employee Relations, and complete an Undergraduate Major Project, where you deliver a practical or research‑based project on a real business‑HR challenge. You’ll also study International Business Strategy, tying together your business and people‑management skills.

Focus areas

Business strategy, HR performance and data, reward and compensation, employment law, organisational culture, and applied project work.

Learning outcomes

By graduation, you will be equipped to design and implement HR policies, analyse organisational performance using HR data, navigate legal and ethical considerations in employment, lead business projects, and contribute to high-level HR strategy in real organisations.

Professional alignment (accreditation)

The degree is CIPD‑accredited, aligning your studies with professional standards in HR and positioning you strongly for HR roles or further HR qualification.

Reputation (employability)

Anglia Ruskin University’s business school is well regarded, and this HR‑specialist programme is designed to produce graduates who are business-savvy and HR-capable. The combination of practical live‑project work and accredited HR training gives you a strong competitive edge in the job market.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The BSc (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management degree at Anglia Ruskin University equips you with both business and HR skills through hands-on projects, placements, and applied learning. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), it provides recognition that is highly valued in HR professions.

Live business-project work: Collaborate in teams on real-world business challenges, developing problem-solving, leadership, and HR strategy skills.
Placement year option: A full-year professional placement allows you to gain workplace experience in HR or business roles, enhancing employability.
Mentoring & professional development: Receive guidance from tutors and HR industry professionals, plus participate in guest lectures and workshops.
Research and major project: Final-year project focusing on an HR or business issue, building specialist knowledge and research capability.
Industry-focused modules: Study HR management, employment law, reward management, organizational performance, and other core business areas.
Collaborative learning: Use case studies, simulations, and digital tools to practice negotiation, policy design, and leadership in teams.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of Anglia Ruskin University’s BSc (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management develop strong business skills along with specialist HR knowledge. You’ll be prepared for roles such as HR Officer / HR Manager, HR Business Partner, Learning & Development Specialist, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, or Organisational Development Consultant. The course’s alignment with professional HR standards ensures you are competitive in the job market.

Why This Programme Stands Out:

CIPD Accreditation — The degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, ensuring your studies meet professional HR standards.
Balanced Business + HR Curriculum — You study core business areas including finance, marketing, and organisational behaviour, alongside HR-focused modules such as employment law, reward management, and performance improvement.
Practical, Real-World Learning — The course emphasises applied skills through projects, teamwork, and real-world scenarios. The final year includes a major project involving leadership and problem-solving in a business or HR context.
Flexible Study Routes — Options include a three-year degree, a four-year course with a foundation year, or a four-year sandwich course with an optional placement year.
Career-Focused Modules — Modules such as “Managing HR and Improving Organisational Performance”, “HR Management in Context and Reward Management”, and “Employment Law and Relations” provide direct workplace relevance.
University Reputation & Teaching Quality — Anglia Ruskin University holds a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, reflecting high-quality teaching, student support, and strong learning outcomes.
Employability & Industry Connections — Students benefit from guest lectures, networking opportunities, and practical experiences that help build professional contacts and employability.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the BSc (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management, you can:

Pursue a Master’s in Human Resource Management, Organisational Psychology, or Leadership.
Undertake an MBA with a focus on HR or people and organisational leadership.
Complete a CIPD professional qualification (Level 5 or 7) to enhance HR credentials.
Continue into research through MRes or PhD programs in HR Management, Human Capital, or Organisational Behaviour.