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…

1. Apply interdisciplinary business knowledge and regulations to solve business problems.
2. Collaborate in teams, demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to the professional development of others.  
3. Evaluate ethical and professional responsibilities in complex business situations, exhibiting autonomy and dedication to self-improvement.  
4. Exhibit comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in operational, administrative, technical, and strategic aspects of human resource management functions applicable in diverse contexts. 
5. Demonstrate effective writing, listening, and oral communication skills in Human Resource Management roles and functions, utilizing technologies appropriately.
6. 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.
7. 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:

Course List

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.

Course List

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

Program Data

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

Plan of Study Grid

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