Human Resource Management

Leading and managing people has never been easy, but with modern appraisal systems and career path management tools, you can now be more efficient than ever.

MSc in Human Resource Management (ranked no. 4 in Eastern Europe!*), mixing theory and practice successfully, offers an opportunity for in-depth study of organisations and the management of work. Graduates are equipped to pursue a wide variety of career options in the HR arena, including employee relations, employee development, assessment and recruitment.

*Eduniversal Master Ranking

Academic requirements:

International Management, Human Resource Management:

• first or second class Bachelor's degree in any field of study. 

Financial Management, Marketing Management:

• relevant first or second class Bachelor's degree. 

MBA in Data-Driven Management: 

• Bachelor's degree in any field of study,
• transcript with at least one module in mathematics or finance,
• CV,
• work reference of 3-5 years,
• motivation letter. 

Mature students not meeting the above requirements should contact us with their complete application documentation, which will be considered on an individual basis.

English skills:

MSc applicants are required to pass IBS’ own English Language Placement Test that consists of a 100 minute test and an Orientation Interview.

If the applicant has a certificate of

• The International English Language Testing System (IELTS, General) with a minimum overall score of 6.5 points 
• The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 90 in the iBT version
• Cambridge Certificate with a minimum score of 176 (C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency)
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum score of 58
• A C1 level English language certificate
• LCCI certificate with a minimum score of 60
• Previous studies in English

or if the applicant is 

• Native speaker of English (based on passport citizenship),

the applicant is not required to take the written test, only the Orientation Interview.

Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• Flexible study schedule
• Experienced teachers
• Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Knowledge & Understanding

Students upon graduation should be equipped with

• global economic and managerial issues as they relate to strategic decision making;
• contemporary issues of HRM, including human resource planning, talent management, performance management systems, and coaching techniques;
• practical implications of theories regarding recruitment & selection, training & development, career & human capital management, and performance & reward management;
• appropriate techniques and tools to deal with complex issues critical to the success of managing people in organisations.

Disciplinary & Professional Skills

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

• To create an opportunity for students to enter human resource management positions in companies and develop people management skills.
• To study, review and put into practice both the “tried and tested” techniques and the latest concepts of human resource management.
• To develop critical awareness of the global business environment and the relevant tools required to make a global organisation successful in managing its human resources.
• To develop an understanding of how relevant HRM techniques can be applied in the organisation to overcome ethical and professional issues at different managerial levels.
• To develop international managers, skilled in interpersonal and cross-cultural communication, and capable of effective communication of all stakeholders of the company.
• To create a global and strategic mindset and to develop sensitivity to learning from other cultures.
• To build an appreciation in students of the need to continuously develop skills and knowledge throughout their careers.