Bachelor of Human Resource Management
Admission to Program
Admission to the program is explained in the HCT Admission Policy described in the Academic Policies section of this Catalog.
Program Mission
The Bachelor of Human Resource Management program at Higher Colleges of Technology aims to produce skilled professionals adept at navigating the complexities of HR management. Our mission is to equip graduates with the knowledge and competencies needed to excel in managerial and practitioner roles, both locally and globally, while also fostering skills in innovation, ethics, and entrepreneurship. With a focus on independent thinking and teamwork, our program aims to develop critical thinkers capable of solving problems, making recommendations for improvements, and utilizing advanced Human Resource Management tools. By fostering a deep understanding of contemporary HR dynamics and aligning with evolving industry demands, our graduates are poised to play pivotal roles in shaping the future landscape of human resource management in the UAE and beyond.
Program Description
The Bachelor of Human Resource Management program at Higher Colleges of Technology offers a rigorous academic journey designed to equip students with the indispensable knowledge, skills and competence essential for success in HRM roles. Through a curriculum emphasizing practical application, students engage deeply with the nuances of human resource management, underpinned by a diverse range of analytical frameworks. Graduates emerge prepared to excel in managerial and practitioner positions within both public and private sector organizations, prepared to facilitate organizational success and make substantial contributions to societal progress.
Program Goals
To produce graduates who are
- Innovative and ready to assume today's Human Resource Management roles, with the foresight and adaptability to become tomorrow's industry leaders.
- Entrepreneurial-minded and skilled at integrating theoretical knowledge and applied learning, fostering effective problem-solving skills in Human Resource Management.
- Critical thinkers who can develop practical, applied Human Resource Management solutions for real world problems leveraging technology.
- Ethical decision-makers in diverse business environment with an emphasis on sustainability.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to…
- Apply interdisciplinary business knowledge and regulations to solve business problems.
- Collaborate in teams, demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to the professional development of others.
- Evaluate ethical and professional responsibilities in complex business situations, exhibiting autonomy and dedication to self-improvement.
- Exhibit comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in operational, administrative, technical, and strategic aspects of human resource management functions applicable in diverse contexts.
- Demonstrate effective writing, listening, and oral communication skills in Human Resource Management roles and functions, utilizing technologies appropriately.
- Analyze challenges within various business disciplines critically and employ relevant research skills to formulate cohesive and innovative Human Resource Management strategies and solutions that enhance organizational performance and employee well-being.
- Apply employment laws and ethical standards in decision-making processes within both global and local frameworks, addressing sustainability and social responsibility concerns.
Completion Requirements
Bachelor of Human Resource Management
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 120 credits, including:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Business Core Courses | 45 | |
| Human Resource Management Specialization Courses | 57 | |
| General Studies | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
To qualify for the bachelor's degree, a student is required to:
- Successfully complete the required number of credits and courses specific to the program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
- Complete 100 hours of volunteering.
- Meet the residency requirement that a minimum of 50% of the program credit requirements have been completed at the HCT.
Diploma Exit Options
Students may choose to exit the program with one of the following diplomas, based on the number of credits completed:
- Diploma in Business Management: Awarded upon completion of 60 credit hours (typically after Year 2).
- Higher Diploma of Human Resources Management: Awarded upon completion of 90 credit hours, including 18 credits in General Studies, 6 credits in Apprenticeship, and 21 credits in the specialization (typically after Year 3).
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
Business Core Courses | ||
| Required Credits : 45 | ||
| ACC 1003 | Fundamentals of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACC 1103 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BIS 2103 | Business Information Systems | 3 |
| BUS 1023 | Applied Mathematics for Business | 3 |
| BUS 3123 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
| ECO 1003 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECO 1103 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| FIN 2003 | Financial Management | 3 |
| LAW 3103 | Business and Commercial Law | 3 |
| MGT 1003 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGT 1013 | Managing Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MGT 2113 | Ethics and Sustainability in Business | 3 |
| MGT 3013 | Project Management & Business Simulation | 3 |
| MRK 1103 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| STS 2003 | Business Statistics | 3 |
Human Resource Management Specialization Courses | ||
| Required credit: 57 | ||
| HRM 2003 | Professional Practices in Human Resource | 3 |
| HRM 2013 | Talent Acquisition and Employee Life Cycle | 3 |
| HRM 2113 | Managing Employee Performance | 3 |
| HRM 3023 | Compensation, Benefits and Total Rewards | 3 |
| HRM 3103 | Learning and Development | 3 |
| HRM 3113 | Career Development and Planning | 3 |
| HRM 3123 | UAE Employment Laws | 3 |
| HRM 3133 | Emotional Intelligence in the Context of HRM | 3 |
| HRM 3616 | HRM Industry Project I (*) | 6 |
| HRM 4063 | Global Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HRM 4073 | Employee Relations, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| HRM 4133 | Managing Diversity and Inclusion | 3 |
| HRM 4143 | Strategic Human Resource Management and Human Resource Analytics | 3 |
| HRM 4153 | Digital Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HRM 4213 | HRM Capstone Project | 3 |
| HRM 4233 | Managing Organizational Change | 3 |
| HRM 4716 | HRM Industry Project II (*) | 6 |
| *Apprenticeship Courses | ||
General Studies Courses | ||
| Required Credits : 18 | ||
| AES 1003 | Emirati Studies | 3 |
| BUS 2403 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BUS 2503 | AI for Business | 3 |
| BUS 3013 | Data Science for Business | 3 |
| LSC 1103 | Professional Written Communication | 3 |
| LSC 1503 | Professional Spoken Communication | 3 |
| Description | Data |
|---|---|
| Total Required Credits | 120 |
| Maximum Duration of Study | 6 years |
| Minimum Duration of Study | 4 years |
| Cost Recovery Program | No |
| Program Code | BUHRM |
| Major Code | HRM |
Recommended Sequence of Study
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| ACC 1003 | Fundamentals of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BUS 1023 | Applied Mathematics for Business | 3 |
| ECO 1003 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| LSC 1103 | Professional Written Communication | 3 |
| MGT 1003 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ACC 1103 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| ECO 1103 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| LSC 1503 | Professional Spoken Communication | 3 |
| MGT 1013 | Managing Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MRK 1103 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| AES 1003 | Emirati Studies | 3 |
| BUS 2403 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| FIN 2003 | Financial Management | 3 |
| HRM 2003 | Professional Practices in Human Resource | 3 |
| STS 2003 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| BIS 2103 | Business Information Systems | 3 |
| BUS 2503 | AI for Business | 3 |
| MGT 2113 | Ethics and Sustainability in Business | 3 |
| HRM 2013 | Talent Acquisition and Employee Life Cycle | 3 |
| HRM 2113 | Managing Employee Performance | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Semester 5 | ||
| BUS 3013 | Data Science for Business | 3 |
| HRM 3103 | Learning and Development | 3 |
| HRM 3113 | Career Development and Planning | 3 |
| LAW 3103 | Business and Commercial Law | 3 |
| MGT 3013 | Project Management & Business Simulation | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| BUS 3123 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
| HRM 3123 | UAE Employment Laws | 3 |
| HRM 3133 | Emotional Intelligence in the Context of HRM | 3 |
| HRM 3616 | HRM Industry Project I | 6 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Semester 7 | ||
| HRM 4063 | Global Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HRM 4073 | Employee Relations, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| HRM 4143 | Strategic Human Resource Management and Human Resource Analytics | 3 |
| HRM 4223 | Compensation, Benefits and Total Rewards | 3 |
| HRM 4233 | Managing Organizational Change | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| HRM 4133 | Managing Diversity and Inclusion | 3 |
| HRM 4153 | Digital Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HRM 4213 | HRM Capstone Project | 3 |
| HRM 4716 | HRM Industry Project II | 6 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 120 | |
Aaron Paul Martinez Pineda, Doctorate in Human Resource Management, Univ Of San Jose-Recoleta’s, Philippines
Abdul Quddus Mohammed, Doctorate in Business Administration /HR, Esc Clermont Business School , France
Abdulla Ahmed Abdulla Alhory Alhadhrami, Master’s in business administration with human resources management Concentration, Abu Dhabi University, UAE
Alya Abdulla Ali Mohammed Al Hebsi, Masters in business administration, British University in Dubai, UAE
Amal AlYammahi, Master’s in human resource management, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), UAE
Anupama Rajasekharan Nair, Doctorate in Human Resource Management, Bharathiar University, India
Bharti Pandya, Doctorate in Education and Human Resources, The University of Liverpool, UK
Bistra Anguelova Boukareva, PhD in Business Management, University of Staffordshire, UK
Fatema Saeed Mohammed Saeed Alhebsi, Master’s in executive MBA, Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE
Fatmah Mahanna Saeed Mahanna Saeed Kendi, Master’s in business administration, Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE
Humaira Nazrin, PhD in Management, Macquarie University, Australia.
Jaishree Asarpota, Master’s in business management, Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland
Khwaja Mansoor Ali Khan, Doctorate in Human Resource Management, Andhra University,
Linda Blignaut, Master’s in organizational psychology, University of South Africa, SA
Manishankar Chakraborty, Doctorate in Business Management (HRM). Nagpur University, India
Mayar Mohamed Sabah Ali Al Kaabi, Master’s in management, The University of Liverpool, UK
Mohamed Albeshr, Doctorate in Management , Università di Roma Tor Vergata, Italy
Naser Jamal Salem Khdour, Doctorate in Management Studies, University of Essex, UK
Noora Abdulla Al Rafi, Master’s in business administration, British University in Dubai, UAE
Onise Alpenidze, Doctorate in Business Administration I.J. Tbilisi State University, Georgia
Pranav Naithani, Doctorate in Management, Birla Institute of Technology, India
Rashid Ashraf, Doctorate in Digital HRM, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), Malaysia
Ricardo Filipe Ferreira De Oliveira Jardim, Masters in psychology, University of Lisbon, Portugal
Roberta Fenech, Doctorate in Occupational Psychology, Birkbeck College University of London, UK
Saleimah Rashed Mubarak Sebait Mesmari, Master’s in business administration, Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE
Shahira Osama Abdelhameid Abdalla, Doctorate in Human Resource Management, The University of Manchester, UK
Shaima AlHijawi, Doctorate in Organizational Change Management, The University of Cairo, EGYPT
Sriya Chakravarti, Doctorate in Organization and Leadership, University of San Francisco. USA
Tasneem Tanveer Shaikh, Master’s in human resource management, University of Liverpool (UK), UK