Human Resource Development and Training Management, Postgraduate Diploma

  • Anytime
    Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration

Apply through Studyportals

  • personal application counselling
  • higher chance to be accepted

About

This Human Resource Development and Training Management work-based learning programme at University of Portsmouth 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

Career

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 officer
  • Human resource systems manager
  • Personnel adviser
  • Recruitment consultant
  • Training and development coordinator

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Training, Learning and Talent Development
  • Consultancy, Coaching and Mentoring
  • Leadership and Management Skills
  • The Training Manager and the Business Context

Detailed Programme Facts

  • More details: Make your application as soon as possible.
  • Programme intensity Part-time
    • Average part-time duration 24 months
    • Duration description
      2- 4 Years
  • Languages
    • English
    Schedule IELTS
  • Delivery mode
    On Campus
  • More information Go to the programme website

Apply for this programme directly via Studyportals!

Keep all your transcripts and documents in one place, get professional guidance from one of our educational counsellors and more! Your application process has never been easier.

We've partnered with the University of Portsmouth to smooth out the admission process for your Master of Management, Organisation & Leadership.

What does your application process look like?

  • Create your account The first step is to create your application account by answering a few simple questions. There, you can upload all the required documents, that are needed for your admission process.

  • Chat with our in-house counsellor To make sure you have the highest chances of getting into your chosen study programme, you can review your application with our education counsellor.

  • Send in the application You're almost there! Are you sure that you want to go for a Management, Organisation & Leadership Master at the University of Portsmouth? Then, you've only got one more thing to do: Apply. We will take care of the rest!

Why apply through Studyportals?

  • Get counselling

    Get help from your personal counsellor

  • Multiple application

    Apply for multiple universities at once

  • Apply anytime

    We take care of the deadline

  • Better chances

    Better chances of getting accepted

Create your profile as the first step to start your application process.

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

    Schedule IELTS

    StudyPortals Tip: The UK government has confirmed new English-language testing requirements for visa and immigration purposes. Learn more

Academic Requirements

An honours degree or equivalent in any academic subject and an appreciation of the HRD/training management function. Applicants with appropriate work experience and a Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 3 or 5 qualification will be considered. Professional experience and/or equivalent qualification may be considered. Applicants may be subject to interview.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    2330 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 2330 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months.

  • EU/EEA

    1280 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 1280 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.

Living costs for Portsmouth

  • 710 - 1100 GBP/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check the programme website for information about funding options.

StudyPortals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

The Global Study Awards: get funded with up to £10,000 to study abroad

Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.

I want to participate

Read more about how to apply

Visit our application page and find out more about how to apply for a master's degree with Studyportals.

Set up a profile to apply

Ready, set, apply! But before we go to your personal application dashboard, you’ll need to answer a few questions, to help us offer you the best experience.

Already answered?
Sign in to your Studyportals Apply page!

My name is

My e-mail address is

When are you planning to start studying?

How do you plan to finance your study?

Your profile is being set up

Thank you for your answers! We’re getting your Studyportals Apply account ready. That means that, at the end, we will even have some programme recommendations for you.

You did it!

Your account is ready!
Activate it and let’s start applying!

Let’s start this journey