University Master's Degree in Management of Human Resources in Organisations

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Official Master's Degree in Management of Human Resources in Organisations

Study guides

Master description

The course structure is one of 12 Modules, distributed equally between the first and second semester. Seven Modules are compulsory, four are optional and the remaining module is devoted to the master's dissertation. ECTS are distributed uniformly between the modules; each module comprises six ECTS. Each module emphasises one of the following areas: (a) the conceptual fundamentals or contextual conditioning factors in the HR function, (b) patterns, systems and procedures for technical and practical approaches, or (c) deployment and decision making The optional modules are intended to provide specific contents in the legal and economic sphere and the psycho-social sphere, and a practical approach to current issues in HR management.

Teaching timetable

First and second semester schedules

Study plan structure

Table of credits for each course

  Compulsory Optional   Master Thesis
First Year 42 12   6
Totals 42 12   6

Basic and compulsory training

First Year  
First semester
  • 45546 - Models of People Management and Wellbeing
  • 43162 - Processes 1. Workplace, Remuneration and Planning
  • 43163 - Processes 2. Incorporation and Separation
  • 43164 - Working in HR: Characterising a Professional Area
Second Semester
  • 45547 - Methods and Tools for People Management
  • 44721 - Professional Practice: the Role of the HR Officer
  • 43168 - Processes 3. Training, Development and Performance
  • 43169 - Processes 4. Communication, Culture and Organisational Climate
  • 43170 - Master's Dissertation
 

Optional subjects

From First Year
  • 43165 - Legal and Economic Aspects in HR Management
  • 43166 - Critical Psychosocial Aspects in HR Management
  • 43171 - Professional Experiences: Consolidated and Emerging Areas Through Case Studies

All subjects are worth 6 credits unless otherwise stated.
All optional subjects are not scheduled each year.