Human Resource Development and Training Management, Postgraduate Diploma

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  • 24 months
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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

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  • Programme intensity Part-time
    • Average part-time duration 24 months
    • Duration description
      2- 4 Years
  • Languages
    • English
    Schedule IELTS
  • Delivery mode
    On Campus
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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.

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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

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