Preamble
The aim of the programme is to develop and assess competencies in the human resources management of the organisation.

Objectives

• By the end of the programme the students will be able to:
• Understand the role and function of human resources in an organisation;
• Understand the law that relates to aspects of human resources management; and
• Evaluate human resources systems, make appropriate decisions and recommendations.

Duration of the programme
The duration of the programme is 3 years

Career Prospect
The BSc Honours in Human Resources Management (HRM) graduate is a person who has a sound knowledge of human resources management. He/she is capable of holding varied senior management posts in a company. The graduate can choose between working in a company or private practice offering consultative services to businesses in terms of labour legislation, remuneration packages and systems and general people administration.

Needs Assessment
Perceptions of intellectual capital currency in the global era have resulted in an increased demand for human resources managers in knowledge driven economies. HRM is currently riding the crest of a tidal wave of popularity. A survey made showed that a record number of women and men alike are embracing the HRM qualification as a life style. Prospective students are finding HRM qualifications appealing, mostly because HRM offers them a vibrant vision of the ways in which they may fulfil the highest potential in people management. Thus HRM is a civilising influence rising above dollars and cents to enrich the lives of women and men the world over. Moreover, polytechnical colleges and other human resources training institutions such as IPMZ offer HRM up to diploma level only.

Entry Requirements
Applicants can be considered for admission under two different provisions indicated below;

• 5 ‘O’ level subjects including English language plus
• 2 ‘A’ level subjects which include at least two commercial subjects OR
• 5 ‘O’ level subjects including English language and at least two years of relevant working experience. The applicant should be at least 25 years of age. Holders of the Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe (IPMZ) diploma may also apply.

Target Group
The programme is aimed particularly at disadvantaged mature women and men in public and private organisations.