University of Derby
Human Resource Management PgDip
University of Derby

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h Kedleston Road
  • Sep 1, 2023 Part-time - 2 years
  • On campus - h Kedleston Road
  • Jan 1, 2024 Part-time - 2 years

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Aim towards the higher levels of HR management with our Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management. A flexible, progressive postgraduate programme.

  • Gain vital career development skills and improve your professional status on a course which paves the way for membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

  • Learn how to develop HRM strategies, policies, procedures and change programmes within a dynamic business context

  • Undertake practical problem-solving and focus on the areas where HRM can add competitive advantage to your own organisation

  • Build your networks with influential HR professionals from leading regional employers

  • Balance your studies with your work commitments: you will attend the University on one afternoon per week, usually 2pm to 7pm

The Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management is ideal both for specialist HR practitioners and for general managers who would like to improve their portfolio of skills. Approved by the CIPD, it offers a thorough and highly relevant learning programme which you can customise to meet your specific career needs.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Human Resource Management, PgDip, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Human Resource Management PgDip

England UK £975
Northern Ireland £975
Scotland £975
Wales £975
Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

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About University of Derby

The University of Derby is a publicly owned university located in the city of Derby, England. The university’s main campus is in Allestree, a suburbian zone in Derby itself, and is situated directly opposite the popular Markeaton Park where many students enjoy going for a walk in their free time.

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Student composition of University of Derby

Total number of students enrolled at University of Derby by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
13155
postgraduates:
2515
Total:
15670
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Human Resource Management”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Kedleston Road
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