MSc in Human Resources Management

 

 

Ranked 44^th among the Top 50 Best Masters Programmes in Western Europe 2012

 

Programme Director: Aristides Ferreira

The MSc in Human Resources Management is a full-time programme designed to provide students with a truly transformative experience. Taken within ISCTE Business School, this programme combines the teaching of advanced HR knowledge with the
connection to the business reality, at the same time, encouraging the personal development of the students.

Leadership Programme

In one of the curricular modules (Leadership & Communication), students will take part in an experimental course to develop leadership skills. The course lasts for two days and takes place in the Portuguese Navy’s officers school. The course is
internationally recognized for its importance and value.

Why choose the MSc in Human Resources Management?

1. For students without professional experience, this programme guarantees an intense personal development experience, a real foundation upon which you build a career;
2. The programme faculty combine an extensive research background with broad professional experience, making classes unique - with a focus on the balance between theory and practice;
3. The programme content is designed with a focus on international best practice and with strong links to business professionals - enhancing students’ career opportunities;
4. The leadership training, combined with the technical training, gives the students the possibility to leave their mark on the way organizations manage their human resources;
5. Students will be involved in a programme with a challenging workload, demanding a high level of information processing and results, an important preparation for a future career;
6. Students will be part of a lively intellectual academic community, with close contact between faculty and students that facilitates team building and the sharing of ideas;
7. There is flexibility and freedom in the final dissertation / project which will involve a real life business scenario;
8. The MSc in Human Resources Management paves the way for either an exciting career or further academic study (PhD).
9. Students will undertake a visit to Seville, Spain (mid-week), attending a specially designed course - Negotiation in International Contexts.  This will give students great experience of studying in different academic cultures and is an important international experience.

The Human Resources World Approach

Expert guidance that leads to meaningful personal and professional development The programme features:

• The participation of business professionals: Throughout the programme, guest managers and human resources consultants are invited to share their experiences;
  
  
• Participation in advanced seminars: Students are frequently invited to participate in seminars and conferences where they get a chance to learn about cutting edge developments in the field;
  
  
• Student-centred teaching methods: The faculty make use of a wide range of advanced teaching methods that include case studies and detailed discussions of how methods can be applied to national and international contexts;
  
  
• Evaluation procedures: Students are assessed through a variety of methods, enabling them to perfect their information processing, problem solving and productive skills;
  
  
• The Master’s dissertation / project: The final challenge of the programme is the dissertation / project in which students apply the knowledge they gained in the classroom to a real life business scenario or theoretical issue.

Testimonials

Sebastian Mertens (Germany)
MSc in Human Resources Management

"In my opinion, the experience of studying at ISCTE Business School is highly valuable as both multicultural understanding and international management skills are becoming increasingly important to employers.
IBS’s Master Program in Human Resources Management balances theory and practical relevance perfectly, and promotes team work and "out-of the-box” thinking at the same time. Given the highly qualified and committed professors, as well as the regular knowledge exchange with business professionals, I feel best prepared for the challenges of today’s international business world.

However, what I value most is the Business School’s focus on the personal development of their students. Beyond an international and highly dynamic learning environment, IBS provides both individual coaching and career management workshops, thus I am not only able to make progress as a professional but also to grow as a person."

Zhou Yueling (China)
MSc in Human Resources Management

"I have been studying at ISCTE Business School for 6 months. I feel that I have really gained a lot during this period of time. Six months ago HRM was a totally new field for me. I still remember our first class in Advanced Human Resources Management Systems. This course was very challenging because it involved a lot of group work. For example, every weekend we had to complete about 60-80 pages of group work. The individual thesis was also challenging considering I felt difficulty in maintaining the pace in this course. I needed time to adapt to the environment in Lisbon and become familiar with the new study model here....But luckily, I adapted to it quickly and I gradually found it easier for me to understand the lectures, become more familiar with human resources management and understand the connections among different courses. From my experience, I would suggest to others to not be afraid of changes and new things. I would also highlight how being optimistic and trying to adapt to new situations quickly is just a matter of time. Don't be afraid of your oral English, just speak if you want, and try to take part in the group work and activities. Especially for us who study HRM, knowing how to communicate with people is very important."

Isa Machado (Portugal)
MSc in Human Resources Management.

“ISCTE Business School has an amazing culture of leadership and innovation, preparing each student to be the very best they can be and to lead in a global marketplace. Mastery and excellence are values highly encouraged and rewarded by the school. From the very beginning of the Master’s programme, we are actively inspired to think critically and creatively, to learn proactively and to embrace diversity. Towards asuccessful and fulfilling life, I believe this is a unique and worthy academic experience.”