International Business and HRM MSc

University of Derby

People are at the heart of organisational success. In today's increasingly global economy, organisations need professionals who can combine business knowledge with the ability to attract, develop and lead talented workforces across international markets. MSc International Business and Human Resource Management will equip you with the strategic business understanding and people-management expertise needed to thrive in modern organisations. Successful organisations must navigate international markets, changing economic conditions and increasingly diverse workforces. Throughout this course, you'll explore how organisations operate in global environments while examining the role people play in driving business performance and organisational success. Drawing on perspectives from international business, economics, management and human resource management, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of business strategy, organisational culture and people management in an international context.Effective people management is a key source of competitive advantage. You'll explore contemporary HR topics including talent management, workforce planning, leadership, organisational development and employee engagement, helping you understand how people strategies support wider business objectives. The course also explores how organisations manage diverse workforces, respond to changing employment challenges and develop inclusive workplaces that support organisational success.As organisations face growing environmental, social and workforce challenges, responsible leadership has become more important than ever. Sustainability, ethics and inclusion are embedded throughout the programme, helping you develop the knowledge and skills needed to lead responsibly in complex international environments. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the programme develops the competencies needed to contribute to more inclusive, ethical and sustainable organisations.

Derby Business School