Human Resource Management University of Zambia

Overview

The performance of any organization is highly dependent on strong Human Resource Management (HRM). Ever-increasing global competition means activities such as recruitment, selection, retention, training and development are really coming to the fore. In order to achieve competitive advantage, organisations are increasingly looking at human resource management at the operational and strategic levels. 

Alongside with dealing with business processes, which encapsulate the full range of managerial activities, the successful candidate will gain a holistic perspective and ability to develop a systematic understanding and critical awareness of current problems in human resource management.

Human resource practitioners play an important role in creating a positive workplace culture and engaging in personnel development, as such, gaining the right qualifications and professional accreditation is essential. To study HR management at any level is to benefit from enhanced career prospects, a deeper understanding of the role and improved professional competencies. Recognised qualifications help candidates stand out as promising prospects for promotion or initial recruitment.

This Human Resource Management program at University of Zambia offers a local and international range of issues surrounding HRM theory, policy and practice, giving a comprehensive insight into the practical application of theory. Students will acquire knowledge and good understanding of current practical, intellectual and policy changes likely to be faced in a career in HRM. This programme is designed for students who intend to specialise in HRM with a bias in the public sector.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Objectives of the programme

At the end of the programme graduates are expected to:

• Show in-depth understanding of public administration.
• Analyse and explain various branches of Public Administration.
• Apply various social science scientific methods in the management of public affairs.
• Improve awareness and knowledge of current issues in the field of public administration.
• Evaluate new developments in the field.