Overview

About the program

The aim of the Human Resource Development program from University of Johannesburg is to ensure the students are capable of planning and conducting Human Resource Development related research with sound reflection on research findings. Students should show evidence of independent scientific work. A student produces a dissertation upon completion of the qualification.

Striving to be the learning centre of excellence in South Africa and Africa for people development and effectiveness in the workplace, the Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) offers an impressive and diverse product range. The Department’s engaged academic and support staff members are committed to quality teaching and learning practices and exceptional research outputs. Moreover, students value the Department’s open, inviting and innovative culture. National and international alliances strengthen its excellence and stature.

Programme Structure

Courses

Human Resource Development
Industrial Psychology
Business Development
Information Management
Mathematics: Finance & Business
Analytical Techniques

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Human Resource Management Community Development View 9 other Masters in Community Development in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

An appropriate Honours degree in the broad field of Human Resource Management: Human Resource Management; or Industrial Psychology; or Human Resource Development; or Employment Relations.

An average of at least 65% for the Honours degree.
An Honours module in Research Methodology (NQF level 8) undertaken with a score of at least 60%.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

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

Funding

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Courses

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Johannesburg

Funding

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