Master of Management Sciences in Human Resource Management
A qualifying learner will be competent to undertake a research project in the broad field of Human Resource Management.
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Central University of Technology, Free State
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies
Subfield
Human Resources
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
A qualifying learner will be competent to undertake a research project in the broad field of Human Resource Management.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning.
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor Honours Degree in Human Resources, Level 8.
Or
- Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources, Level 8.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
Research.
Exit level outcomes
- Conduct research and compile a research report in the broad field of Human Resource Management.
- Undertake ad-hoc research projects for industry in order to solve particular Human Resource problems.
Associated assessment criteria
- Research problems are accurately identified, formulated and analysed.
- Utilise appropriate research methods.
- Apply technical academic requirements for research projects.
- Research problems are accurately identified, formulated and analysed.
Integrated Assessment
Evaluation of research dissertation by both internal and external examiners.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Horizontal Articulation
- Masters in Management, Level 9.
Vertical Articulation
- Doctor of Human in Resource Management, Level 10.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Resource Management, Level 10.
Providers currently listed
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