Business and Human Resource Management

Course overview

Our BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management course has been designed with industry experts. You gain the skills, insight and hands-on experience to shape the workforce of the future.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). You’ll receive a degree, plus a CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership at no additional cost.

Our course is also accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). This means you will qualify for an associate membership when you graduate.

You will explore how people, data and organisational culture drive business success. You'll also develop the skills to lead change and align people strategies with organisational goals. Learn about employment law, international HR, employee engagement, talent management and strategic planning. Build your expertise in communication, consultancy and ethical decision-making.

You’ll apply your learning to the real world through live projects, business challenges and hands-on experience. This will prepare you to lead with confidence in any business environment. You'll also take part in an assessment centre to prepare you for the job market.

Throughout the course, you’ll earn digital micro-credentials from Microsoft, Google and LinkedIn. This will enhance your CV and allow you to explore the areas of people management you are most interested in.

Why study with us

• Our course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, so you’ll able to apply for associate membership upon graduation.

• You'll gain a Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership from the Chartered Management Institute, which is included in your tuition fee.

• Earn digital micro-credentials from Microsoft, Google, and LinkedIn, boosting your CV and exploring areas of interest.

• This course is taught through block learning, which means you can plan part-time work, caring responsibilities, or other interests around your learning. Find out more about block learning on our website.

What you’ll do

• You will learn about the latest areas of human resources including talent management, employment law and international HR.

• Apply skills through live projects, real-world business challenge, and hands-on experiences that will prepare you to start your career.

• You’ll have the opportunity to work for businesses in the UK and across the world on placements and internships.

Future careers

Our BA (Hons) in Business and Human Resource Management prepares you for a wide range of roles across HR, organisational development and business leadership. You will graduate with the ability to lead people, build inclusive teams and influence decision-making at a strategic level.

Career options may include:

• HR officer

• HR consultant

• People analyst

• Business partner

• Talent and engagement specialist

• Organisational development lead

• Wellbeing advisor

• Inclusion lead

• Head of people

• Team manager

You will also benefit from career coaching, employer networking, an optional placement year and structured feedback through to help you move forward with confidence.

Please visit The University of Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.

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Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Chartered Management Institute
• Personnel and Development, Chartered Institute of