Human Resource Management - Online
The programme will give you the knowledge, skills and competencies to become effective employees in the areas of Human Resources
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Technological University of the Shannon |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Technological University of the Shannon | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year, part-time, online.
Entry Requirements
Mature applicants (i.e., over 23 years)
or
Leaving Certificate Grade O6 at ordinary level in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Two of these subjects must be Mathematics and a language (English or Irish)
or
QQI Level 5 – Full award with a minimum of eight modules
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to progress to the higher certificate in business (Year 2) (Level 6 – One Year)
Graduates from this programme take up leadership and management positions across a multi-disciplinary range of industries. The competencies developed on the programme enable the learner to excel in their role as a manager.
Further information
This is a Springboard+ Funded Programme. This programme will be fully funded for eligible applicants. For full details of eligibility criteria and to apply, go to www.springboardcourses.ie
Key Features:
• Level 6 Programme (60 ECTS)
• Online/Blended flexible mode of delivery
• Developed in partnership with the Midlands Regional Skills Manager and relevant companies
• Personal and supportive approach to teaching and learning
• Problem Based Learning (PBL) based approaches will be used to challenge and expand the students’ knowledge, skills and competence.
• The programme addresses to a significant level all four key areas, which have been deemed by government as being of critical importance at this time: digital skills, transversal skills, management and leadership skills and the workplace of the future
This programme provides learners with the core knowledge, skills and competencies required to work effectively in Human Resources (HR) roles across a variety of sectors.
It is suitable for those already employed in HR, administration, or management functions, as well as for individuals looking to enter or transition into the HR profession. The content is applicable across small, medium, and large organisations and is designed to reflect current HR practices and employment legislation.
Developed in close collaboration with industry partners, the programme addresses contemporary developments in HR, including changes in employment law, digital transformation, and the evolving role of HR in driving organisational success.
Learners will explore key areas such as employee relations, recruitment and selection, performance management, and HR compliance, gaining practical and theoretical insight into the impact of HR on overall business effectiveness.
Who is it for?
This programme is ideal for:
Those working in or aspiring to work in HR-related roles
Business owners or managers seeking to strengthen HR capacity in their organisations
Individuals wishing to reskill or upskill for new opportunities in a broad range of sectors
Eligible unemployed applicants who meet the programme’s entry requirements
Programme Content
• Leadership Management Development
• Human Resources and Developing People
• Resourcing Talent
• Performance and Reward Management
• Employee Relations
• Applied Practice 1: Personal and Professional Context
Flexible & Professional Learning – Midlands Office
Email: flexible.midlands@tus.ie
Phone: (+353) 90 648 3050