The Master of Human Resource Management programme is targeted towards individuals who wish to specialise in human resource management. The programme is tailored to working practitioners and future professionals alike, providing both international HRM perspectives and a deeper understanding of issues specific to the Maldivian context, thereby giving greater exposure and insights into the local context. It ensures that participants develop a deep understanding of the field through conceptual and experiential learning opportunities; get acquainted with the necessary tools and frameworks to develop and implement HRM policies and develop a reflective approach to practice through analytical thinking. Individuals who successfully complete the programme will have a competitive edge in the market, with better opportunities in their career path.
Graduates will receive a Master of Arts degree with a concentration in Human Resource Management.
General Entry Criteria
A related Bachelor’s Degree OR
A related Graduate Diploma at Level 8
Alternative Entry Criteria
25 years old AND
completion of a related Level 5 qualification AND7 years of relevant experience (of which 3.5 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 5 qualification) AND
Completion of an MQA-approved Pre-Master’s Program OR
25 years old AND
completion of a related Level 6 qualification AND6 years of relevant experience (of which 3 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 6 qualification) AND
Completion of an MQA-approved Pre-Master’s Program
MVR 4,350 per month x 15 months
Upon successful completion of this programme participants will be able to:
Demonstrate a critical understanding of contemporary practices, underlying theories, HR functions in the HR system, the regulatory and legal requirements and the importance of conduct and professionalism in HR.
Demonstrate a broad and integrated understanding of how to apply the concepts and tools in HR areas of managing human capital, resourcing and talent acquisition, leadership, compensation, reward, employee engagement and relations, employment law, and performance management, in solving problems in the key areas of HR.
Demonstrate a broad and integrated understating of acquiring leadership style for different situations; setting targets, motivating, monitoring performance, coaching and mentoring.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of how to evaluate and apply appropriate strategies on HRM based on current scenarios facing HR in the organisations.
Acquire critical thinking skills and research skills that are appropriate for carrying out a range of activities independently for study purposes and for workplace application.
Apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate self-reliance, well-developed judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner or learner in the field of Human Resource Management.
Attain independent learning skills and enthusiasm for the field.
Enhances student’s employability as HR professionals
The broader goals of the programme are as follows:
To demonstrate a broad and integrated knowledge of the theory and practice in the overall human resource management areas, and to take appropriate decisions using suitable tools and techniques.
To relate students’ knowledge to a range of practical HR applications and use a range of HR skills and advanced techniques to undertake operations in the HR sector.
To equip students with the specialised skills and competencies to lead, manage and retain employees in a dynamic work environment
To critically examine current issues, trends, practices, and processes and be able to integrate them into the work environment
To contribute to organizational success through the effective management and leveraging of the organizational human capital.
To work collaboratively with others to solve problems in a range of professional-level contexts by applying relevant theories and techniques.
To apply high standards of conduct and ethical values in engaging In the HR sector