Business with Human Resource Management MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 165 graduates of Business with Human Resource Management MA (Hons) and other courses in Business Studies at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Business Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Business and Management
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Business Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27000 | £28500 | £35000 |
25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £32000 | £23000 - £34000 | £26500 - £45500 |
All Business and Management courses of The University of Edinburgh
Salary of all UK Graduates of Business and Management
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25316 | £24767 | £28944 |
25-75 percentile range | £22006 - £30537 | £18433 - £32445 | £21308 - £39200 |
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Course Description
Combine the study of business with human resource management to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.
Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:
- authentic leadership
- ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour
- entrepreneurial practice
- effective communication
This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:
- accountancy and finance
- strategy
- marketing
- human resource management
- data analytics
- entrepreneurship and innovation
You can draw on a range of disciplines outside business, particularly in Years 1 and 2, which include:
- psychology
- law
- economics
- sociology
- art and design
- history
- mathematics
Human resource management
Studies in human resource management will enhance your understanding of:
- managing people in the modern workplace
- the implications of HR policies and practice for all stakeholders
- how technology has changed the meaning of work
- new forms of work and employment relations and the economic, social and ethical implications
Who the programme is for
This programme is particularly suitable if you are looking to pursue a career within human rsource management. The programme is also appropriate for those aspiring to undertake a career in management, and those seeking further educational opportunities.
Environment for learning
We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.
We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.
Further development opportunities
You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:
- Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)
- Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)
You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.
This degree offers the opportunity to study abroad in Year 3.
Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System.
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Business with Human Resource Management MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
29% | Administrative occupations |
27% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
11% | Media Professionals |
9% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Finance Professionals |
4% | Natural and social science professionals |
2% | Elementary occupations |
2% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
1% | Information Technology Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Business Studies
All Business Studies courses of The University of Edinburgh
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Total 70 with at least 6.0 in each component. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | Total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Total 185 with at least 169 in each component |
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Cambridge English Proficiency | Total 185 with at least 169 in each component |
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Trinity ISE | ISE III with passes in all four components |
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PTE Academic | 70 | Total 70 with at least 59 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Business with Human Resource Management MA (Hons)
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £26500 | year 1 |
International | £26500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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Business with Human Resource Management MA (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 75% | 2% | 0% | £9250 | £26500 | 196 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Management (Human Resource Management) MSc | Swansea University | - | - | - | £11000 £11550 | £20600 £21650 | - | Swansea | On campus Full-time | |
Human Resource Management MSc | University of Portsmouth | - | - | - | £12000 | £18800 | - | Portsmouth | On campus Full-time | |
Management with Human Resources MSc | University of Lincoln | - | - | - | £9900 | £16800 | - | Lincoln | On campus Full-time | |
International Human Resource Management MSc | University of Aberdeen | - | - | - | £15700 | £27000 | - | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time | |
Human Resource Management MSc | Birkbeck, University of London | - | - | - | £12150 | £19830 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
International Business and Human Resource Management MSc | University of Derby | - | - | - | £8750 | £14900 | - | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
Management with Human Resources MSc | Bournemouth University | - | - | - | £10500 | £17500 | - | Poole | On campus Full-time | |
Human Resource Management and the Future of Work MSc | University of Bristol | - | - | - | £16000 | £29900 | - | Bristol | On campus Full-time | |
Global Human Resource Management MSc | Kingston University | - | - | - | £5995 | £9130 | - | Kingston upon Thames | On campus Part-time |
Ranking publishers
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023