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Our BA (Hons) Human Resource Management degree equips you with the tools you need to develop high-performing workforces and the innovative, flexible and enterprising teams which are increasingly demanded by modern businesses....

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BA (Hons)

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September 2027

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Overview

Human Resource Management Placements at Birmingham City University

Our BA (Hons) Human Resource Management degree equips you with the tools you need to develop high-performing workforces and the innovative, flexible and enterprising teams which are increasingly demanded by modern businesses. Drawing upon all aspects of people management, this course enables you to gain not only the building blocks of knowledge and understanding, but also a high degree of professional competence and real-world experience in the field of people management and development.

Reflecting on the evolution of the HR profession and looking ahead into the near future, you will be provided with opportunities to use digital and immersive technologies and VR in areas such as people analytics, recruiting and selection, training and development, on-boarding and performance management.

Employability is a pillar of this course and there are opportunities for both short and long-term placements in the UK and overseas.

The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), demonstrating the high-quality provision of our course.

What's covered in this course?

You will gain good understanding of how organisations work and how they change and the strategic position of human resource management (HRM) in organisations. You will become confident in managing functions of HR including recruitment and selection, training and development, employment law and employee relations, employee retention and engagement, and performance and reward management.

You will develop your skills through contemporary methods of teaching and interactive workshops, involvement in real projects, and field trips. You will get involved in real projects, and benefit from field trips, guest speakers and interactive workshops. Our work-integrated approach to learning means that graduates of this course leave with real, practical experience, ready for the workplace.

Professional Placement year

This course offers an optional professional placement year. This allows you to spend a whole year with an employer, following successful completion of your second year, and is a great way to find out more about your chosen career. Some students even return to the same employers after completing their studies.

If you choose to pursue a placement year, you will need to find a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the University’s extensive network of local, regional, and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you are able to secure a placement, you can request to be transferred to the placement version of the course.

Please note that fees are payable during your placement year, equivalent to 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.

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Why Choose Us?

We have a strong focus on employability and through placement opportunities and our links with local businesses, we aim to ensure you graduate not only with your degree but also with the skills and knowledge needed to embark on your chosen career. Most sessions incorporate weekly practical workshops, under the guidance of experienced tutors, where theory is applied to business scenarios and you get a practical understanding of what you will need to do in your future roles as HR professional.

The STEAMhouse offers amazing opportunities for entrepreneurial students to kick start and build a business under the support of consultants and university specialists. Services available include the Incubator which helps focus and solidify business ideas and the Hatchery which offers financial, consulting and mentoring support in getting your business off the ground.

We pride ourselves on being the University for Birmingham and supporting and giving something back to the local business community. We have strong links with local businesses in the city across several industries. These links help us enhance students’ experiences by giving them access to industry experts for guest lectures, exciting placement opportunities and other chances to engage with the business community as a whole.

We aim to infuse learning with exposure to real-world experiences. We give students the chance to work on real-life projects using industry-standard software and with real-world clients where possible, offering a unique opportunity for students to gain this invaluable experience while they study.

This course is accredited and meets the high standards of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), ensuring that the course is always up-to-date.

of students said that academic support was good or very good. 92% of students rated the learning resources for this course as good or very good

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Why study Human Resource Management at BCU

For Sami, choosing to study Human Resource Management (HRM) at BCU was an easy decision. As the only university in Birmingham offering a focused HRM degree, it has provided valuable opportunities and experiences to grow both personally and professionally.

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First Year

Second Year

Professional Placement (Optional)

Final Year

In order to complete this course you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).

Introduction to Human Resource Management 20 credits

In an increasingly volatile and ever changing employment environment, how an organisation attracts and retains the right calibre of employee has never been more important or visible. Furthermore, how the organisation gets the best performance possible from its team whilst all the time making sure they are not only safe and cared for, but that they feel safe, included and valued is key to any high performing organisation. In this module you will be introduced to the key aspects of the employee - employer relationship and the role of human resource management in facilitating and managing that relationship.

Fundamentals of Business 20 credits

The aim of this module is to enable you to explore the operational activities of a business through its value chain from its suppliers to its customers. It will utilise activities that draw on the themes of problem solving, employability, reflection, and professional development. You will develop an understanding of the theoretical perspectives that underpin the understanding of organisations and management activities.

This module seeks to give you an understanding of the reality of organisational life and the role of particularly commercial organisations in the modern, global world. This module’s approach provides you with the opportunity to enhance the employability skills of working with and summarising written and numerical data; being able to create a formal business report for an organisation. They will develop an understanding of the application of AI and related technology within the various functional areas in the workplace.

Introduction to Data Analytics and AI 20 credits

This module offers an in-depth exploration of Data Analytics and its application in different aspects of business.

The module also explores Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in contemporary business practices. It is designed to provide you with a practical understanding of the real-life application of data analytics in Business settings. The module brings together the worlds of business and technology and is ideal for those pursuing careers in business related fields, or business analytics. It equips you with essential critical thinking and data analytics skills that are highly in demand in today’s as well as the future employment market.

People and Organisations 20 credits

The People and Organisation module is designed to introduce you as first-year university

students to the fundamental concepts of organisational life and how people behave and interact within organisations. This module centres on four main areas: organisational structure and culture; power, control, and leadership in organisations; communication methods and processes (verbal, non-verbal, and written); and motivation theories and their application in the workplace.

Through this module, you will gain an understanding of workplace dynamics and employee behaviour in various organisational settings. The module draws on both theoretical perspectives and practical examples from public, private, and not-for-profit sectors across different countries. This approach ensures that you develop a comprehensive understanding of organisational behaviour in diverse contexts.

Finance for Managers 20 credits

This module will provide a gentle introduction to the world of accounting and finance for business managers of the future and is designed for those new to accounting or those studying on non-accounting related degree programmes.

Entrepreneurial Thinking 20 credits

This module provides a comprehensive exploration of entrepreneurship, equipping you with the skills, perspectives, and theories applicable across industries and professions. It covers both new venture creation and innovation within existing organisations, emphasising entrepreneurial thinking and mindset.

You will engage in practice-based learning, exploring entrepreneurship in diverse cultural and geographical contexts. The module delves into key entrepreneurial concepts such as opportunity recognition, evaluation, and exploitation and examines how traits, behaviours, and leadership styles influence entrepreneurial success. You will actively apply this thinking, taking bold risks, navigating ambiguity, and solving complex challenges.

In order to complete this course you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 80 credits).

Recruitment and Selection Strategies 20 credits

Getting the right person in the right role at the right time is a key priority for organisations as they look to recruit and select new staff. Recruiting and selecting employees are usually seen together in practice and academia, however they are really separate HRM activities. You will learn the meaning of the two constructs and explore the two processes underlying them and how they inter-relate.

Performance and Reward Management 20 credits

This module will provide you with the foundation and understanding of the function of Performance and Reward Management and its role in promoting organisation competitive advantage. In it, you will examine various performance management systems and total reward approaches in an organisational and international context, and, through this examination, you will gain a strong understanding of specific tools and practices.

A major focus of the course will be on contemporary theories and practices of performance and reward management and more specifically on the process of designing an internally aligned and externally competitive total rewards package to attract, retain and engage talents. Also, a special emphasis will be given on the contribution of performance and reward systems on HR sustainability and overall business sustainability.

Adding Value through Human Resource Management 20 credits

This module looks at the important contribution that an efficient and effective human resource management capability can add to an organisation. The purpose of this module is to introduce you to human resources (HR) activity and to the role of the HR function in organisations in general terms. It focuses on the aims and objectives of HR departments in contemporary organisations and particularly on the ways that these are evolving. Different ways of delivering HR objectives and emerging developments in the management of the employment relationship are explored, as well as the methods that can be used to demonstrate that the function adds value for organisations.

Employment Law in Context 20 credits

This module aims to enable you to build a strong understanding of the legal issues that impact on the “people” aspects of the business within the context of the wider employment relationship. Studying this module will provide you with a deep insight into the practical steps employers need to consider when dealing with employment issues in order to minimise the risk of employment tribunal claims.

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete at least 40 credits from the following list of OPTIONAL modules.

Data Analytics and AI in Practice 20 credits

This module progresses on from the Level 4 module Introduction to Data Analytics and AI. Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the business world and personal lives, and ‘Big Data’ is everywhere.

This module will demonstrate how organisations apply analytical tools and techniques by harvesting and leveraging data to gain a competitive edge. Machine Learning (ML) is an analytical technique that delivers practical value for both organisations plus consumers and is embedded within modern products and services. Business processes, workflows and systems have been revolutionised via automation achieved from machine learning algorithms. You will be exposed to best practice approaches for building, training and evaluating machine learning algorithms such as neural networks, agent-based modelling, reinforcement learning and logistic regression.

You will also build your data literacy by developing the highly in-demand skill of programming, tailored for business analysts. The problem-solving experience gained from adopting AI tools and techniques for solving real-world problems will minimise human error. Additionally, unnecessary human intervention will be eliminated to facilitate more precise data-driven decision making using logical and evidence-based approaches.

Leadership in Global Context 20 credits

This module examines the critical role of leadership in the global business context. It explores diverse leadership styles and key attributes for global leaders. The module also delves into prominent cultural models, analysing how cultural factors shape leadership perceptions and behaviours across borders. Additionally, the module provides strategies for navigating the complexities of multinational organisations, leading high-performing global teams, and aligning business objectives with the dynamic, interconnected global marketplace. Through case studies and practical applications, this module equips you with the knowledge and skills to become effective leaders in the evolving global business landscape.

The assignment will be presented as a structured case study analysis, in which you are expected to demonstrate critical thinking, application of theoretical concepts, and in their evaluation.

Entrepreneurial Feasibility 20 credits

In this module, you will develop a deep understanding of the entrepreneurial process, focusing on the evaluation of the feasibility of new business ventures. You will explore how businesses are formed, structured, and strategically developed to achieve long-term sustainability.

Through the application of a range of tools, techniques and theories, underpinned by contemporary academic research in business model innovation and market analysis, you will identify and assess potential market gaps, enabling you to formulate innovative and feasible business ideas. This will allow you to assess the viability of business concepts in various contexts, including new ventures and spinouts.

Introduction to Consultancy 20 credits

There are many similarities between the roles of managers and management consultants. In fact, managers are often considered to be ‘internal consultants’, as Butler (2010) comments “An effective manager is increasingly an effective consultant”.

All core modules are guaranteed to run. Optional modules will vary from year to year and the published list is indicative only.

In order to qualify for the award of BA (Hons) Human Resource Management with Professional Placement Year you must successfully complete the following module.

Professional Placement Year 120 credits

This module is designed to provide you with the opportunity to undertake a credit bearing, 40- week Professional Placement as an integral part of your Undergraduate Degree. The purpose of the Professional Placement is to improve your employability skills which will, through the placement experience, allow you to evidence your professional skills, attitudes and behaviours at the point of entry to the postgraduate job market. Furthermore, by completing the Professional Placement, you will be able to develop and enhance your understanding of the professional work environment, relevant to your chosen field of study, and reflect critically on your own professional skills development within the workplace.

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 100 credits).

Employee Retention and Engagement 20 credits

This module will to provide you with a broad understanding of how HR professionals work to ensure that once employees are hired they stay in their organisations and do not leave. You will learn that this is a strategic matter for any type of organisation in all sectors and it is closely related with increased performance. Employee turnover and retention is managed not only by HR specialists, but all organisational members, so you will learn how HR professionals facilitate the right actions of everyone who manages people. Retaining employees is an orchestrated concern which begins from the time an employee joins an organisation. You will be introduced to theories of Person-Organisation fit and Job Embeddedness.

Work & Organisational Psychology 20 credits

Individuals and organisations find themselves in a rapidly changing environment. The aim of the module is to provide an introduction to the field of Work and Organisational Psychology (sometimes referred to as Occupational, Occupational Health, Organisational or Industrial Psychology). Work and Organisational Psychology (WOP) is an academic subject that focuses on human behaviour related to organisations, work, and productivity. It applies psychological principles to the workplace. The WOP module will cover the importance of how the workplace can impact upon people’s health (in both negative and positive ways) and how the workplace can also be used to improve the well-being of its employees.

The module will provide you with an understanding of the sometimes complex links between workplaces and health, and an appreciation that physical health, psychological health, the quality of working life, job satisfaction and well-being are all intrinsically related. The module will cover health issues such as stress, mental health, musculoskeletal disorders, respiratory and cardiovascular related conditions. Emphasis will be made of the tensions between the needs and functions of both organisations and of individual workers. In exploring the conflicting needs that sometimes exists between workers and organisations, you will understand how workplaces (can) utilise psychological processes in order to obtain maximum effectiveness of workers and the organisation; to promote the design of better working and how jobs are done; and to ensure appropriate selection processes.

Management Project 40 credits

This module provides a framework with which to undertake a substantial, disciplinary-relevant, research project. This is dependent on the subject you are studying or degree pathway you are pursuing. For example, it may be a study into marketing and public relations, human resource management, accounting and finance, or strategy. The module provides a framework for integrating the principles, tools and methods of your programme, developing your practitioner skills via research methods, analytical tools and techniques. The project requires a high degree of professionalism in time management and managing the supervisory relationship. It is a requirement that the project adheres to the framework of ethical approval applied in the Business School in the year of study.

Coaching and Development 20 credits

This module enables you to build an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of learning and development within the workplace. Studying this module encourages you to offer critical insight into the practical uses of Learning and Development (L&D) and Human Resource Development (HRD) interventions, specifically coaching, mentoring and reflective practice. The module facilitates the considerations employers need to make when planning, delivering and evaluating coaching and development activities as part of delivering L&D strategy within organisations.

In order to complete this course you must successfully complete at least 20 credits from the following indicative list of OPTIONAL modules.

International Human Resource Management 20 credits

International Human Resource Management is designed to give you a broad outline of the nature of managing human resources in the global context. It explores the complexities of international human resource management (IHRM) and compares them against domestic HR practices. As globalisation accelerates, human resource professionals must rethink their organisational roles and strategies from an international perspective. This module aims to expose you to the complexities of IHRM. You will discuss the important issues that a manager in today’s globalised business setting must consider when managing HRM in different countries and cultures. The main objective of the module is to provide an understanding of the theoretical concepts, strategic view and practical implications of IHRM.

A major focus of the module will be on contemporary theories and practices of global staffing approaches, expatriation, repatriation, cross cultural issues, international training and development, international performance and reward management and international industrial relations. You will be able to comprehend the relationship between IHRM strategies and the organisational global business strategies. Finally, you will engage with critical reflection concerning theory and practice from an ethical and professional standpoint and for enhancing continuous professional development.

Practical Application of AI in Business 20 credits

This module builds on the previous modules (Introduction to Data Analytics and AI and Data Analytics and AI in Practice). The module offers hands-on experience of Artificial Intelligence (AI) based solution development for addressing a particular business challenge. The module is designed for those of you willing to understand the process of AI solution development with detail analysis of its cost-benefit analysis and impact on the organisation. The module is ideal for those of you pursuing careers in data science, business analytics, or AI development, and it equips you with essential skills that are highly in demand in today’s as well as the future employment market.

This module will expose you to the process of AI solution development using AI development framework and ecosystem that include Microsoft Azure AI, Google AI and others. You will learn AI problem formulation and solution development through real-life business-related problems. The process of ML model development, training and fine-tuning will be experimented by you through a semester long individual project. The module will also expose you to the cost benefit analysis of AI adoption in a business including the impact analysis of implementing AI solution in an organisation.

Business Models for Digital Economy 20 credits

Following from the discovery (L4) and practice (L5) phases of your journey into developing enterprise skills, this module focuses of the application phase (L6), where you are encouraged to learn and apply different techniques to launch a technology startup.

You will learn to recognise interesting opportunities and convert the opportunities to attractive business propositions. You will validate and test the digital business ideas and transform it into a viable business model. You will develop a business plan for a tech-startup and will pitch your working business propositions to academics with a final pitch being delivered to the university’s STEAMHOUSE investor panel.

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Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Approved by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. This allows students to gain CIPD Associate membership with the eligibility to potentially upgrade to Chartered depending on their applied experience and being in active membership.

Entry Requirements

These entry requirements apply for entry in 2027/28.

All required qualifications/grades must have been achieved and evidenced at the earliest opportunity after accepting an offer to help confirm admission and allow for on-time enrolment. This can also include other requirements, like a fee status form and relevant documents. Applicants can track their application and outstanding information requests through their BCU mySRS account.

Essential requirements

112-72 UCAS Tariff points

The offer we make you takes into account your individual circumstances, predicted grades, achieved qualifications and potential to succeed at university.

GCSE and other level 2 requirements

This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below.

A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements

Qualification

Entry requirements

A Level / AS Level

A Level: 112-72 UCAS Tariff points / BBC-CDE (or equivalent)

AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels

A maximum of four subjects will be considered

Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate)

Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications

Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications

Typical offers vary according to individual circumstances and may be equivalent to a Merit or Pass overall grade

All subjects considered

Access to HE Diploma

Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3

OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications

NCFE CACHE Level 3 qualifications

WJEC Level 3 qualifications

Considered with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualification(s)

Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers)

112-72 UCAS Tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects

Scottish Higher / Advanced Higher

112-72 UCAS Tariff points, achieved from three Advanced Highers or two Advanced Highers plus two Highers

Welsh Baccalaureate

112-72 UCAS Tariff points. Considered with three A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications

AAT Diploma in Accounting

IFS / LIBF in Financial Studies

If you're applying with an International Baccalaureate Diploma or international qualifications, please see further information below.

International qualifications

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Obtain 28-24 points overall

EU / International students

Please see your country page for further details on the equivalent qualifications we accept. In addition to the academic entry requirements listed above, international and EU students will also require IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band.

If you do not meet the required IELTS score, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English courses. Please note that you must have a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to study on the pre-sessional English course. More information on pre-sessional English courses.

Meeting our entry requirements

If you do not meet our academic or English language requirement, or have been out of education for some time, you may wish to consider joining Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC). BCUIC is part of the global Navitas Group, an internationally recognised education provider, and the partnership allows students to access the University’s facilities and services and move seamlessly through to undergraduate study at Birmingham City University.

If you have a qualification that is not listed, please contact us.

Fees & How to Apply

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UK students

Annual and modular tuition fees shown are applicable to the first year of study. The University reserves the right to increase fees for subsequent years of study in line with increases in inflation (capped at 5%) or to reflect changes in Government funding policies or changes agreed by Parliament. View fees for continuing students.

Award: BA (Hons)

Starting: Sep 2027

Duration

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£10,050 in 2027/28

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£1675 per 20 credits

Year 1 - 80 credits

Year 2 - 80 credits

Year 3 - 80 credits

Year 4 - 80 credits

Year 5 - 40 credits

Fees for Part-time students

This course can be studied on a Part-time study basis. The cost per year of study is based on credit requirements for that year.

International students

£19,220 in 2027/28

Included in your course fees

Access to computer equipment

You will require use of a laptop, and most students do prefer to have their own. However, you can borrow a laptop from the university or use one of our shared computer rooms.

Printing

You will receive £5 print credit in each year of your course, available after enrolment.

Field trips

All essential field trips and associated travel costs will be included in your course fees.

Access to Microsoft Office 365

Every student at the University can download a free copy of Microsoft Office 365 to use whilst at university and for 18 months after graduation.

Key software

You will be able to download SPSS and Nvivo to your home computer to support with your studies and research.

Key subscriptions

Subscriptions to key journals and websites are available through our library.

Not included in your course fees

Excess printing (optional)

Once you have spent your £5 credit, additional printing on campus costs from 5p per sheet.

Personal stationery and study materials (optional)

Based on the past experience of our students, you might find it helpful to set aside about £30 for each year of your studies for your personal stationery and study materials.

Placement expenses (optional)

If you choose to undertake a placement, you'll need to budget for accommodation and any travel costs you may incur whilst living or working away from home.

Field trips (optional)

This course includes the option of additional trips that may enhance your experience. Whilst the University aims to cover the cost of tickets and accommodation, students are expected to pay for food, entertainment and spending money etc.

Memberships (optional)

You may wish to join a union or professional body related to this course, such as CIPD.

Accommodation and living costs (optional)

The cost of accommodation and other living costs are not included within your course fees. More information on the cost of accommodation can be found in our accommodation pages.

Guidance for UK students

UK students applying for most undergraduate degree courses in the UK will need to apply through UCAS.

The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is a UK organisation responsible for managing applications to university and college.

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Guidance for International students

There are three ways to apply:

1) Direct to the University

You will need to complete our International Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form, and submit them together with scan copies of your original academic transcripts and certificates.

2) Through a country representative

Our in-country representatives can help you make your application and apply for a visa. They can also offer advice on travel, living in the UK and studying abroad.

3) Through UCAS

If you are applying for an undergraduate degree or a Higher National Diploma (HND), you can apply through the UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

You can request a printed form from your school or nearest British Council office. You will be charged for applying through UCAS.

Birmingham City University’s UCAS code is B25 BCITY.

Personal statement

The personal statement gives you a crucial opportunity to say why you’re applying and why the institution should accept you.

Here are the three areas you’ll need to address:

Why do you want to study this course or subject?

Here’s where you explain what makes this course exciting to you. Think about your motivations for studying the course and your future plans. If you’re planning to take a year out, don't forget to give your reasons.

How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare for this course or subject?

This is your chance to show what you’ve learned at school or college. You should include the skills and knowledge you’ve gained from education or training and how this will help you succeed in your chosen course.

What else have you done to prepare outside of education, and why are these experiences useful?

Not everything you’ve learned comes from the classroom. Life experience counts too! You might want to talk about work experience, employment, or volunteering and how they’ve helped you develop the skills needed for your chosen course or future career.

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Financial Support

We offer further information on possible undergraduate financial support. This includes the type of loans, grants and scholarships available both from the government and from Birmingham City University.

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Employability

Enhancing employability skills

Graduates will have the courage, confidence and enterprising spirit to make a valued contribution within their workplace in people and organisation management.

They are encouraged to take part in the University’s comprehensive Graduate + programme, engage with the regular guest lectures by leading industry figures and attend local and national CIPD events.

Graduates from this course have found roles as:

Recruitment & Selection specialists.

Employee Experience/ Engagement partners;

Learning & Development partners;

Talent Acquisition Leads;

People & Culture Leads;

People Management Partners;

HR Generalists; Regional HR Advisors; HR Assistants.

Graduates have gone on to work for organisations including but not limited to, HS2, JLR, Adobe, the NHS, Randstad, Manpower, and Stanton Chase.

Placements

You will have access to placement opportunities through the Placement Office. In previous years, students have undertaken placements in HR departments of established companies such as Virgin, Ericsson, Bosch, Airbus, Goodyear, FedEx, the NHS, Assa Abloy, Coventry Building Society, and many others.

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Facilities & Staff

Business and Management facilities

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Dr Tracy Hui

Senior Lecturer in Management and Course Leader for BA (Hons) HRM

Tracy held the position of Programme Director for a HRM undergraduate programme in Hong Kong. With a diverse background encompassing education, counselling, HRM, and business administration, she was frequently invited to deliver a wide range of learning and development programmes for business corporations. She actively participated in various...

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Dr Anh Phan

Lecturer in Management and Associate Course Leader for BA (Hons) HRM

Anh Phan is a Lecturer in Human Resource Management with a research field focuses on the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HRM. Passionate about innovation and the future of work, her research investigates how emerging technologies are transforming people management and organisational practices. Anh has taught across multiple levels,...

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Dr Michalis Kourtidis

Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management

Michalis is a passionate Human Resource Management (HRM) and Organisational Behaviour (OB) enthusiast with a dual focus on academia and industry. His Ph.D. research delved into the retention of professional chefs, utilizing the Repertory Grid Technique. His academic journey began with studies in Philosophy, Pedagogy, and Psychology, majoring...

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Dr Andrew Hambler

Associate Professor in Employment Law and Human Resource Management

Dr Andrew Hambler is a former HR Consultant who worked for many years for the financial services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers, progressing to manager. Andrew started working in Higher Education in 2004 and, since June 2018, has been employed as Associate Professor in Employment Law and Human Resources at Birmingham City University.

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Dr Balakrishnan Muniapan

Senior Teaching Fellow in HRM

Dr Balakrishnan Muniapan is currently teaching HRM at Birmingham City University in the UK. He was twice awarded the Best Professor in HRM in Singapore and in Mumbai. He has also been a Visiting Professor in HRM and an external examiner for doctoral theses for universities worldwide. Dr Bala has published over seventy articles in journals,...

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Farzana Choudhury

Teaching Fellow

Farzana Choudhury serves as a teaching fellow in the College of Business, Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship.

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