University of Plymouth. Faculty of Business. Plymouth Business School. Programme Specification

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1 University of Plymouth Faculty of Business Plymouth Business School Programme Specification BA (Hons) Human Resource Management (Level 6 TOP UP) 5772 Final Approved Version August

2 1. Final award title: BA (Hons) Human Resource Management Level X Intermediate award title(s): n/a Level X Intermediate award title(s): n/a UCAS code: N604 JACS code: N Awarding Institution: University of Plymouth Teaching institution(s): University of Plymouth 3. Accrediting body(ies): Chartered Institute of Personal Development (CIPD) for Route 1 of the programme only. Date of re-accreditation: TBC 4. Distinctive Features of the Programme and the Student Eperience HRM- The focus of the programme is on Human Resource Management enabling students to have a well rounded academic eperience, through the provision of a miture of taught modules and autonomous learning utilising case studies, real life eamples and speakers. This will enable students to have an in depth understanding of the role of HRM in today s business and a distinctive speclism in the contet of graduate employability. Research and Practice Informed teaching- Staff teaching on the programme underpin their teaching with a range of scholarly activities and work based professional practice and consultancy. Staff within the group have undertaken research for the CIPD, ACAS and large employers such as the NHS providing students with an ecellent quality of teaching and awareness of current issues in organisations. Employability- The programme provides students with the opportunity to acquire and develop competences that will significantly enhance their employability in an HR role on completion or progress to the MA Human Resource Management programme. Enterprise and Sustainability- In the contet of HRM and organisational practice these are themes which are developed throughout the programme Practical Focus- The programme is designed to ensure that students are given the opportunity to undertake a range of practical activities to enhance the application of their learning to HR and managerial roles in an organisational contet; this will include role play and case study activities. 2

3 Guest speakers- Etensive use is made of guest speakers, including speakers from the CIPD and MAHRM alumni. This enhances the practitioner and practical focus elements of the programme. It brings an added dimension of current practice and organisational issues directly to the classroom. Personal development- The skill set embedded in the programme seeks to enhance participants personal development by increased awareness and continuous development of the requisite business and study skills. The orientation of the modules is geared towards building both academic skills and knowledge and developing the foundations for professional ecellence and credibility, particularly in the HRM contet. Reflective practice and relevant competency development are a core aspect of the programme, and an awareness of professional identity and ethical practice are embedded in the core modules. These considerations have informed the programme design, and are also reflected in the programme aims (see below). Mentoring and Support- Throughout the programme we provide a supportive community and environment in which to learn. Students are supported in their study by subject tutors. They receive individual support for their academic and personal development from their personal tutor. Professional Accreditation by the CIPD for Route 1 5. Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Group(s) Business and Management (February 2015). Full details can be found at this link Programme Structure The Programme is designed as a final year top-up with a total of 120 credits, 60 credits in each semester. There are two routes within this programme, Route 1 has CIPD Accreditation and Route 2 does not have CIPD accreditation. CIPD accreditation will provide students to a professional qualification and membership to the professional body for the Human Resource Management industry. BA (Hons) Human Resource Management will comprise: Route 1: CIPD Accreditation will be sought for this Option. To gain accreditation students will need to pay to join the CIPD and pay the subscription fees, currently 40 to join and 113 annual subscription. (accurate as at 28/4/2017). 3

4 Semester 1 Credits Core 305 Human Resource Management 20 Options 2 from International HRM Organisational Leadership Managing Change 20 Semester 2 Core 312 HR Project (Management Report) 40 Option 1 from Equality and Diversity in the Workplace Gender at Work 20 Route 2: This route will not be accredited by the CIPD. Semester 1 Credits Core 305 Human Resource Management 20 Options 2 from International HRM Organisational Leadership Managing Change 20 Semester 2 Core STO306 Current Issues in Management Equality and Diversity in the Workplace Gender at Work Programme Aims The Programme will aim to develop graduates who: possess the knowledge and skills base which will enable effective performance as a HR practitioner are enterprising, readily employable and well equipped for lifelong learning and the professional world possess a broad range of key personal, cognitive/intellectual, transferable, practical and employment skills and who could be considered a competent professional have a broad understanding of the comple, diverse, dynamic business and enterprise environment and the implications for HRM recognise the role, significance and effects of HRM within longer timescales and in relation to a broad range of stakeholders possess an understanding of the international dimensions of HRM understand the ethical and moral responsibilities of HR managers and leaders. 4

5 8. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 8.1 Knowledge and Understanding On successful completion graduates should have developed: An understanding of knowledge in the area of HRM in a business contet. To include generalist HRM, international and comparative HRM, managing change and equality and diversity An awareness and understanding of current issues in management that both contetualise and inform HRM An understanding that enables the student to critically reflect upon and evaluate current research and HRM professional practice Cognitive and intellectual skills On completion graduates should have developed the ability to : Evaluate evidence critically, reach conclusions and present findings to improve the management of people Problem solve within the contet of the business environment and with particular emphasis on the management of people Apply knowledge and understanding in order to respond to comple issues in the study and/or practice of HRM 8.3 Key Transferable Skills On completion graduates should have developed the ability to Interact and work effectively in a group, negotiating and handling conflict as appropriate, to achieve an objective Access and utilise a wide range of learning resources Communicate effectively in writing and orally using a range of methods Demonstrate autonomy in taking responsibility for own work and development Demonstrate competence in the application of numeracy and quantitative skills 5

6 8.4 Employment Related Skills On completion graduates should have developed the ability to Successfully manage and deliver a project on time Choose and utilise a range of appropriate skills and techniques relevant to the management of people, to include, recruitment, selection, reward, retention and learning and development of people Reflect upon and evaluate own actions and performance with a view to enhancing self-management and devising plans for enhancing personal and career development Demonstrate awareness of ethical and sustainability issues 8.5 Practical Skills On completion graduates should have developed the ability to ; Write reports for commercial and academic audiences Select and apply appropriate HR skills and techniques 9. Admissions Criteria, including APCL, APEL and DAS arrangements Applicants should possess a commensurate Level 5 business qualification and satisfy Faculty of Business IELTS requirements which are IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent English qualification (with a minimum of 5.5 in listening, reading, speaking and writing). Applicants with IELTS of 5.5 or 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) may also be offered a place subject to satisfactory completion of an eight or twelve week English language summer school at University of Plymouth. Applicants with other equivalent qualifications will be considered on their merits.. University procedures and policies with effect to APEL, APCL and Das will be complied with. Degree classification calculations for all students on the programme will be governed by University Regulations for Taught Undergraduate Awards (See section E wards.pdf ) 10. Progression criteria for Final and Intermediate Awards NA 6

7 11. Eceptions to Regulations In line with Academic Regulations no eceptions are requested. 12. Transitional Arrangements NA 13. Mapping and Appendices 13.1 Mapping formally assessed ILOs against modules STO

8 13.2 Mapping modes of assessment against modules STO Eam Essay Case Study Individual Report Group Report Group Presentations Group podcast Reflective piece 13.3 Mapping skills against modules Skills STO Oral Presentation Essay Writing Report Writing Project Plan/Managem ent IT/Digital literacy Team Work Academic literacy Time Management Evaluation Techniques Data analysis 8

9 Data Interpretation Data/ Info collecting Networking Debating Persuasion Appendices 9