Human Resource Development and Training Management

Overview

This work-based learning programme will give you with the skills and knowledge you need for a career in strategic, tactical and operational Human Resource Development (HRD). If you're already working as a manager, you'll learn how to manage HRD within the wider human resources and business context.

You'll graduate with fresh skills, techniques and practices to take on ambitious roles in HR consultancy, HR management, as a training professional, or to seek promotion opportunities. You could also continue your studies.

What you will experience?

On this course, you'll:

• Get a professionally-recognised Level 7 CIPD qualification
• Study at your own pace for up to four years, with flexibility to fit your studies around your job
• Gear the course to meet the requirements of your current workplace, so that both you and your employer benefit
• Learn about the key themes in HRD, including Training, Learning and Talent Development; Consultancy, Coaching and Mentoring; Leadership and Management Skills, and the Training Manager in the Business Context
• Use our comprehensive online resources, including e-books, databases, journals and study skills resources
• Be supported by qualified and enthusiastic academic staff, through a combination of face-to-face contact, telephone, email and virtual learning

Careers and opportunities

We're an Approved Centre for the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), so when you graduate from the Human Resource Development and Training Management PgDip, you'll be eligible for Associate Membership of the CIPD, and depending on your previous experience, you could meet the criteria for Chartered Membership. The CIPD is the world's largest internationally-recognised Chartered HR and development professional body.

You'll also have strong people management and HR-specific skills, you'll be able to reflect on your practice, and be ready to make an active contribution to business performance.

Career opportunities include:

• HRD specialist
• HR manager
• Training manager
• Training consultant
• Benefits analyst
• Human resource management (HRM)
• Human resource officer
• Human resource systems manager
• Personnel adviser
• Recruitment consultant
• Training and development coordinator