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Human Resource Management (HRM)
Introduction

The effective management of an organization's human resources is now recognized across the world as a critical component in the success of both public and private enterprises. Irrespective of size, the presence of well trained and motivated staff, capable of working effectively as a team, will enable organizations to meet the fresh challenges that come from the rapidly changing environments in which all organizations must now operate. The recognition of the role and importance of human resource management in the workplace has lead to a demand for trained and qualified professionals who can advise organizations in this area, and to the highest development of a career structure through which such a professional may rise to the highest levels of the organization.

In recognition of the growing importance of this field of managerial activity, The Association of Business Executives has developed a Human Resource Management program, leading to awards at Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma levels. This programme introduces students to the academic disciplines that underlie the effective management of the human resource, and goes on to explore both theory and practice of human resource management activities. Such activities range from initial manpower planning, which reflects the broad long term aims of the organization together with its technological and labour market content, through resorting and then onto the training and development of individuals and teams, which will enhance their performance within the workplace. Students who complete this programme will find their HRM skills and their own personal marketability within the organization enhanced, as well as their preparedness for further courses of study.

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Diploma


Syllabus

Part 1

The four compulsory subjects are:

Human Resource Management
Organizational Behavior
Economic Principles & their Application to Business
Human Resource Development

Part 2

The four compulsory subjects are:

Personnel Information Systems
Employment Relations
People, Planning and Resourcing
Human Resource Management in Action


Plus one subject from either:

Principles of Business Law
Quantitative Methods for Business & Management
  • Diploma Part 1 and 2 papers are set and marked to the level of the first year of a UK Business Degree program.
  • Following passes in the nine requisite Diploma subjects above, the student will be awarded the Diploma in Human Resource Management.
  • It is recommended that students should sit Diploma Part 1 examinations before attempting any subject in Diploma Part 2.
  • Exemptions from Diploma subjects (up to a maximum of six subjects) may be granted to holders of qualifications of certain other professional bodies, provided that such qualifications have been obtained by external examination.
Entry Requirements for Diploma:

Applicants must have obtained one of the following:
  • ABE Certificate
  • Two "A" Level passes plus four GCSE passes at Grade A, B or C, two of which must be English and Maths
  • Overseas qualifications which may be accepted by the Registrar as being equivalent to the above
  • ABE also welcomes applications from candidates without formal qualifications who have been in appropriate employment for at least two years. A reference letter from employer's) must accompany such applications

English Requirement: If a Tier 4 (General) student will be studying a course that is below NQF Level 6 (except a Foundation Degree or an English language course), using a CAS issued on or after 12 August 2010, he/she must be competent in English language at a minimum of level B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR):
The student must have passed an English language test with an approved test provider for Tier 4, and has achieved at least CEFR level B1 in all four components (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Click here for a list of approved test providers.

Fees (International): £3,500
Fees (Home): £2,250
Duration:1 year
Intake: January & June

The Method of Assessment for all ABE subjects is by written examination. The three-hour written examinations are held twice a year (usually the first week in June and December).

Candidates will be notified individually of their results normally about two months after the examinations.

Advanced Diploma


Syllabus

The five compulsory papers are:

Corporate Strategy & Planning
Managing in Organizations
Strategic Human Resource Management for Business Organizations
Performance Management & Reward
Managing Organizational Change & Development
  • The Advanced Diploma papers are set and marked to the level of the second year of a UK Business Degree program.
  • Following passes in the requisite five subjects above, the successful student will be awarded the Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management.
  • No exemption is granted from any subject in the Advanced Diploma Examination.
Entry Requirements for Advanced Diploma

Applicants must have obtained one of the following:
  • ABE Diploma
  • A UK Honors Degree or Overseas equivalent
  • Other recognized qualifications of approved Overseas Institutes of Higher Education

English Requirement: If a Tier 4 (General) student will be studying a course that is below NQF Level 6 (except a Foundation Degree or an English language course), using a CAS issued on or after 12 August 2010, he/she must be competent in English language at a minimum of level B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR):
The student must have passed an English language test with an approved test provider for Tier 4, and has achieved at least CEFR level B1 in all four components (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Click here for a list of approved test providers.

Fees (International): £3,750
Fees (Home): £3,000
Duration:1 year
Intake: January & June

The Method of Assessment for all ABE subjects is by written examination. The three-hour written examinations are held twice a year (usually the first week in June and December).

Candidates will be notified individually of their results normally about two months after the examinations.

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