The program focuses on the professional skills and knowledge identified by the CIPD. There is an option of a years placement (Applied route). Compared to the core Business and Management course, this program has a greater focus on the skills and knowledge needed for the Human Resources function in modern organisations. Here you will not only gain an understanding of key business principles and techniques but also acquire skills, necessary for managing human interactions inside the company.

- Requirements depend on the country. - Three passes at GCSE grade C or above, which must include Mathematics and English Language, or an equivalent qualification, for example; a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you have studied for a new GCSE for which you will be awarded a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. - If English is not your first language we will require an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with an overall score of 6.0 and at least 5.5 or higher in each component: reading, writing, listening and speaking. An alternative approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) can also be considered if the applicant's element scores are equivalent to those required for IELTS.