Master of Human Resource Management (HRM)
See study programmeThe Master in HRM programme is an experience-based master's degree comprising 90 ECTS credits, including a thesis of 30 ECTS credits.
This programme provides basic professional knowledge in a social science research environment and in the scientific foundation for this programme.
Courses on this programme that have less than 10 students enrolled will be provided as reading courses.
On successful completion of the programme the student should:
Knowledge and understanding:
- be able to analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations in the field and work independently with practical and theoretical problem-solving
- be able to interpret, critically evaluate and use appropriate methods for research in an independent manner
- be able to locate, assess, and refer to information and professional HRM material and present this
Skills:
- possess advanced knowledge of HRM and specialized knowledge in fields such as organization, recruitment, payroll systems, participation and leadership
- be able to use relevant tools, techniques and forms of expression
- be able to apply knowledge in new areas within the HRM-field
General competence:
- be able to analyze relevant academic, professional and ethical issues regarding HRM
- be able to master self-study and master the subject area of expression and concepts
- be able to communicate regarding technical HRM issues, analysis and conclusions in the field, both for HRM specialists and the general public
Higher Education Entrance Qualification
English language proficiency
View general admission and documentation requirements
Admission requires a bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS credits or an equivalent education of at least three years duration with an average grade of C or better. Applicants must also demonstrate two years of relevant work experience, as well as knowledge of social science research methods comprising at least 10 ECTS credits.
Ranking of applicants for the Master of Human Resource Management:
If there are more qualified applicants than the amount of places available, the applicants will be ranked based on the following:
Calculating of weighed average grade for the topics included in the calculation basis (including any improved grades). If an applicant meets more than one admission criteria, the best admission criteria for the applicant will be calculated.
Applicants with foreign education will be considered on an individual basis.
Our Master in Human Resource Management (HRM) does not qualify students for the doctoral programme (P.hd.).
After completing the Master of Human Resource Management (HRM) you might be eligible to apply for the Supplementary module in social science research design, methods and analysis (SOS5000) to further qualify for a P.hd. at one of the Norway’s universities.
The experience-based master's degree programme (90 ECTS credits) does not offer exchange opportunities.
For more information, please contact the student advisor for the programme.