Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management)Awarded by: University of Sunderland, UK
Programme Objectives
The Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management) provides for the postgraduate study of business activity. This programme is to:
- Provide opportunities for students to develop their management knowledge, competence and problem solving ability, in a manner that will significantly enhance their capability to function as managers at a senior level, within a wide range of commercial and not-for-profit organisations and functions.
- Provide knowledge of international management and of different cultures; an awareness and understanding of issues that affect organisational effectiveness in different parts of the world and an international perspective on issues of strategic significance.
- Develop managers who can improve organisational performance and bring about change within their organisations.
Methods of Assessment
Students’ knowledge and understanding of each module are assessed through assignments.
Why University of Sunderland
The University of Sunderland is an innovative, forward-thinking university with high standards of teaching, research and support that sits at the heart of one of the UK’s most up-and-coming cities. We have strong industry links and work closely with some of the world’s leading companies. Testament to our growing reputation, the University was nominated for University of the Year in 2013 (Times Higher Education Awards).
Our Faculty of Business and Law is recognised worldwide; with students from over 70 countries and a presence on three continents, we are playing a major role in preparing tomorrow’s leaders for long and successful careers.
Our programmes are highly regarded in terms of student experience, teaching standards and relevance to the real world. This has been recognised in the National Student Survey 2012, where Tourism at Sunderland was voted best in the UK for Overall Satisfaction.
We believe that employability is at the heart of the university experience, and this is underpinned by the drive to develop six key attributes in our graduates: capable, enquiring, creative, enterprising, ethical and global in outlook.
Whatever your future ambitions, make a life-changing decision by choosing to study at the University of Sunderland.
Sunderland's Quality
- Top University in the North East of UK (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2015)
- Best in the North East for course satisfaction - Guardian University Guide 2015
- Ranked 23rd in The Guardian University Guide 2014: League Table for Business & Management Studies
- Ranked 62th in The Guardian University Guide 2017: League Table for Accounting and Finance
Graduation
Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management) degree by the University of Sunderland. This degree is identical to that awarded to on-campus students. Graduates are then allowed to use the title MBA after their names.
Career Opportunities
The MBA programme will prepare you for senior roles within a wide range of commercial and public sector organisations.
Previous MBA students have gained positions such as, Chief Executive of a regional authority, Business Development Manager for an automotive supplier, Regional Manager for a major building society and Director of major public services.
A number of Sunderland alumni have gone on to work in consultancy practice – for example, PricewaterhouseCoopers in Germany, and international roles in the electronics industry in the Netherlands.
Financial Management and Control (15 credits)
Strategic Management in an International Context (15 credits)
Professional Management and Leadership Development (30 credits)
Value Creation in Organisations - Managing Operations and Marketing (30 credits)
Contemporary International Human Resource Management (30 credits)
MBA Project (60 credits)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 20 (tutorial)
Click here to download profiles of lecturers.
Duration & Intakes
Full-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
12 Months | NA | NA |
NA | NA | |
NA | NA |
Part-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
18 Months | NA | NA |
Fees & Structure
Structure | Tuition Fees | Non-tuition Fees |
---|---|---|
Full-time | S$24,610.00 | S$700.00 - S$1,700.00 |
Part-time | S$23,540.00 |
Application fees: S$160.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
# Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 19 and above and have one of the following academic qualifications:
1) A relevant degree. All levels of practical work/work experience will be considered including applications from candidates with pre-graduation or limited/no work experience.
2) An equivalent professional qualification. All levels of practical work/work experience will be considered including applications from candidates with pre-graduation or limited/no work experience.
3) Applications from those in senior roles without a formal academic background will be considered by academic judgment. Applications should be made with a portfolio of evidence demonstrating capability and managerial experience.
Note: This course is designed to support career acceleration for suitably academically qualified candidates who can display that they will benefit from a programme of this type.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must possess one of the following:
Possess a minimum C6 grade in English at GCE 'O' Level
OR
IELTS 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pearson PTE 56 (no element lower than 51)
OR
Cambridge English Test Advanced - 169 (no element below 162)
OR
Pass MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Letter from College / University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
OR
Equivalent
Financial Assistance Scheme
Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.
Study Loans
Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
TCC Limited | +65 - 6319 3700 | http://www.tcc.org.sg |
DBS Bank | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com.sg |
Maybank | 1800 629 2265 | http://www.maybank2u.com.sg |
0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)
Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
Standard Chartered Bank | 1800 747 7000 | http://www.standardchartered.com.sg |
Maybank | 1800 968 2265 | http://www.maybank.com.sg |
UOB | 1800 226 6121 | http://www.uob.com.sg |
OCBC | 1800 363 3333 | http://www.ocbc.com.sg |
DBS | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com |
POSB | 1800 339 6666 | http://www.posb.com.sg |
Bank of China | 1800 669 5566 | http://www.bankofchina.com/sg |
Duration & Intakes
Full-time | ||
Duration | Commencement | Completion |
12 Months | NA | NA |
NA | NA | |
NA | NA |
Fees & Structure
Structure | Tuition Fees | Non-tuition Fees |
Full-Time (12 Months) | S$26,215.00 | S$2,700.00 - S$2,800.00 |
Application fees: S$481.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
# Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 19 and above and have one of the following academic qualifications:
1) A relevant degree. All levels of practical work/work experience will be considered including applications from candidates with pre-graduation or limited/no work experience.
2) An equivalent professional qualification. All levels of practical work/work experience will be considered including applications from candidates with pre-graduation or limited/no work experience.
3) Applications from those in senior roles without a formal academic background will be considered by academic judgment. Applications should be made with a portfolio of evidence demonstrating capability and managerial experience.
Note: This course is designed to support career acceleration for suitably academically qualified candidates who can display that they will benefit from a programme of this type.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must possess one of the following:
Possess a minimum C6 grade in English at GCE 'O' Level
OR
IELTS 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pearson PTE 56 (no element lower than 51)
OR
Cambridge English Test Advanced - 169 (no element below 162)
OR
Pass MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Letter from College / University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
OR
Equivalent
Application Procedure
International student is required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore.
Applicant is required to submit the following documents to MDIS:
MDIS Application Form
- 4 recent passport-size photographs of the applicant. (against white background)
- 1 copy of Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA) e-Form 16
- Copy of applicant's passport pages showing his/ her particulars and travel and travel document's date of validity. (At least 1 year)
- Copy of applicant's Birth Certificate / Affidavit
- Copy of applicant's Certified / Notarised copy of Education Results/Certificates and Transcripts ( with detailed results)
- Copy of the student pass (For applicants transferred from other schools in Singapore) or Notification for Cancellation of Student Pass, Visit pass and Embarkation Form.
- Must show proof of English Medium Study / First Placement Test Attempted / IELTS / TOEFL
- Copy of financial ability. (e.g. bank statement, fixed deposit / saving account ) • Visa Required Country only (E.g. minimum amount of RMB150,000 for PRC only)
- Proof of parent's occupation (PRC only)
- University Matriculation Form (if applicable)
- Letter by applicant indicating interest to study with MDIS (study plan/ statement of purpose) for Master programmes
*Notarized English translations are needed if documents are in other languages.
For more enquiries, please contact us at 6278 8000 or email us at ib@mdis.edu.sg.
MDIS permits students to pay their course fee in instalments. An administrative charge of S$107.00 (inclusive of GST) will be levied on each late instalment payment of the course fee. Fees are payable upon confirmation and acceptance of the place in the programme before the programme commencement.
You may pay your fee by cash, NETS, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX or by cheque or through our financial assistance scheme.If payment is by cheque, please indicate the details of the programme applied for on the back of the cheque, stating clearly you personal particulars and company name. Unless otherwise stated, all fees are inclusive of GST.
Please note that under the Private Education Act, all students will enter into a Fee Protection Scheme contract with MDIS.
Student Pass Application
International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detail information.
Quick Information
Duration of Course
Full-time: 12 Months
Part-time: 18 Months
Award
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Commencement Dates
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