Bachelor of Arts in
Human Resource Management
BA in Human Resource Management
Programme Details
In Brief
Department & School
Department of Organisation and Professional Development, School of Business
Location
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork
Mode of Study
Part-time
Method of Delivery
Blended (on campus and online)
Semester One – Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm -10pm
Semester Two – Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 6pm-10pm
Duration
Three years part-time (6 Semesters)
Commencement Date
September 2023
Course Fee
€185 per 5 credit module, (incl. exam fees)
Credits
180 ECTS

Enquiries
Olive Murphy O'Dwyer
olive.murphyodwyer@mtu.ie
+353 (0) 21 433 5900
What To Expect
The course is designed to meet the needs of those working in human resources/training and development or for someone aspiring to a career in the discipline. The course also attracts line managers, supervisors and team leaders who wish to gain people management skills.
Progression
Graduates of this degree are eligible for membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
Graduates may also progress to BA (Honours) in Human Resource Management or to the Honours Bachelor of Business via one semester of Bridging Studies.
Applications
The minimum requirements are Grade D3 (ordinary level) in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate, to include Mathematics and either English or Irish.
Mature students will be considered on an individual basis.
This course is offered on a modularised basis and requires participants to attain 60 credits in each year.
€185 per 5 credit module, (incl. exam fees).
Fees for Semester 1 to be paid on registration.
All part-time programmes at MTU will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Where a programme cannot proceed, applicants will be contacted and advised on alternative study options.
Students should note that fees quoted relate to the academic year 2023-2024 only and are subject to change on an annual basis. Except where stated, course fees cover the cost of tuition only.
Registration fees for professional bodies etc. are payable separately to these institutions. Students will be notified of their fees by e-mail to their MTU e-mail account and in all cases, course fees must be paid before attending lectures.
For more information on Fees, please visit the MTU Fees Website.
Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €450 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the ‘apply now’ button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you and you wish to accept it.
Some candidates may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning based on previous academic or work experience. If you think you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning, please visit – MTU Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Service