The aims of this module are:

• to examine a range of individual-, group- and organisational-level theories of learning, development and knowledge management;
• to develop an awareness of the application of theories across from the assessment of needs to the evaluation of interventions.

This module aims to develop a strategic perspective on HRM practice, developing the students' understanding of how market environment, technology and other environmental forces shape the practice of HRM.

The broad purpose of this module is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to undertake a significant piece of individual research. It covers different research philosophies and theories of knowledge, how to think about and develop research questions, and key quantitative and qualitative methods.
The module aims:

• to provide students with the relevant theoretical and practical research method knowledge required to design, plan and execute research of a standard required by a dissertation
• to give students an understanding of research methods which will allow them to critically review research by others on issues of relevance in people management.

This module aims to equip students with an understanding of the principles and operation of UK employment law, with a focus on the practical application of the law in an HR management context.