Program Overview

This full-time HR course draws on NCI’s seventy years as the leading educational institution for human resource management. Our world-class faculty, and industry links, mean you will find the course to be current, practical and comprehensive. You will graduate with an extremely well-regarded qualification and excellent career prospects. This is an excellent business degree with a focus on human resources that will equip you with the latest knowledge and build on your skills in working with people.

You may also be able to take advantage of an opportunity to engage in a year-long, accredited work placement between years two and three. This placement will be credit-bearing and comprises an extra year in the degree. Access to such placements will be limited and highly competitive.

As a graduate of this course you will:

• Have a thorough understanding of human resource management.
• Understand the world of business and how HRM integrates with other areas.
• Develop personal skills in teamwork, communication and research.

Work Placement

Work placements are highly regarded by graduate recruiters and offer many advantages to students including valuable work-based skills and experience, the opportunity to make contacts in industry, assisting in developing personal and professional confidence and an opportunity to boost your employability prospects when you graduate.

In years two and three, there are extra choices available for high achieving students (averaging 60% plus).

• Between year two and three – a year-long work placement
• In your final year - a capstone project in the HRM field