School of Business Management and Information Technology
Program Description:

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (B.B.A. HRM) is a four year program which prepares graduates to embark on a professional career path in human resources (HR) and related professions. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of HR functions and develop management competencies in areas such as: recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, organizational development, employee training and development, HR analytics, psychographics, change management, and workforce planning. Students will engage in experiential learning throughout their program and will work in multi-disciplinary teams in most of their HRM specific courses. The program also includes an on-the-job HRM work placement, allowing students to gain in-field business administration work experience, with a specific focus on human resource management (HRM). In the final year, students will demonstrate the breadth and depth of their skills and knowledge in an applied HRM capstone project.

 

Program Duration:

Four years

 

 

Admission Requirements:

  1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%; OR
  2. Two-year Human Resource Diploma from CNA-Q, or equivalent; OR
  3. One-year Advanced Human Resources Diploma from CNA-Q, or equivalent.
  1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved inter- nationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Department; OR
  2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; OR
  3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
  1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test; OR
  2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480; OR
  3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
  1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and admission priority category.

Program Educational Objectives:

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies a graduate can demonstrate within 2-3 years of graduation.

Within a few years of graduation from the Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (B.B.A. HRM) program, graduates will be able to:

  • PEO01. Develop HRM business partnerships, acting as a consultant in determining and implementing human resource policies, procedures and practices that contribute to the development of the organization
  • PEO02. Influence decision makers through highly effective executive presentations and professional communication skills
  • PEO03. Assess and advise on employment related issues and conflicts with critical awareness of the political, economic, social, ethical and technological factors relating to the organization
  • PEO04. Prioritize HRM strategies to assist with the development and growth of both individual employees and the organization as a whole
  • PEO05. Appraise and present HRM data and metrics to guide senior leadership in making informed decisions in relation to strategic HRM and organizational initiatives
  • PEO06. Function effectively as a team leader, mentoring and coaching junior associates, and assisting employees with their career development and implanting the full life cycle of performance management
  • PEO07. Take part in professional development to advance knowledge and competence within the human resource professions and to enhance personal career progression

Student Learning Outcomes:

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies a graduate can demonstrate immediately upon graduation.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (B.B.A. HRM) program, graduates will be prepared to:

  • SLO01. Function effectively as an HRM business professional, ethically and systematically practicing and evaluating human resource theory, practices and policies within the enterprise
  • SLO02. Make use of appropriate business administration, communication and transferable skills to efficiently manage work tasks, contribute to teamwork, and influence others
  • SLO03. Interpret and collect research and data in order to contribute to organizational transformation through the development and implementation of strategy and the continuous assessment of performance matrices
  • SLO04. Prioritize the use of available organizational resources based on an assessment of needs and risks and a justifiable interpretation of the scale of benefits
  • SLO05. Appraise self and organizational performance and formulate action plans to address development areas

Study Plan:

Course number course TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    PRE-Req co-req cr lec lab
Semester 1
COMM1010 English Communication I - - 3 3 0
EFFL1002 Applied & Experiential Learning - - 3 3 0
HRMG1001 Principles of Human Resource Management - - 3 2 3
MATH1070 Applied Mathematics  - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total 12 11 3
SEMESTER 2
ACCT1001 Financial Accounting - - 3 2 3
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
COMP1401 Introduction to Computers & Information Systems - - 3 3 1
MRKT1001 Principles of Marketing - - 3 2 3
Semester 2 Total 12 10 7
SEMESTER 3
BKFT1001 Principles of Finance - - 3 2 3
GARC1001 Qatar History & Society     3 3 0
Semester 3 Total  6 5 3
Year 1 Total 30 26 13
Course number course title REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    PRE-Req co-req cr lec lab
Semester 4
ECON2010 Business Economics - - 3 2 3
HRMG2020 Employee Relations - - 3 2 3
MISY2010 Management Information Systems - - 3 2 3
SSHA1003 Introductory Psychology - - 3 3 0
Semester 4 Total 12 9 9
SEMESTER 5
ACCT2001 Managerial Accounting ACCT1001 - 3 2 3
BUSG2010 Qatar Business Law - - 3 2 3
MGMT2010 Organizational Behavior Min 30 Credits - 3 2 3
RSST3001 Research & Statistics - - 3 3 0
Semester 5 Total 12 9 9
SEMESTER 6
BUSG2002 Project Management - - 3 3 0
SCIE1002 Science & the Environment - - 3 3 0
Semester 6 Total 6 6 0
Year 2 Total 30 24 18
Course number course title REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    PRE-Req co-req cr lec lab
Semester 7
GARC2002 Globalization & Environment - - 3 3 0
HRMG3010 Human Resource Planning & Selection HRMG1001 - 3 2 2
HRMG3020 Qatar Employment Law - - 3 2 2
MGMT3035 Business Ethics

Min 30

Credits		 - 3 3 0
Semester 7 Total 12 10 4
SEMESTER 8
HRMG3030 Occupational Health & Safety - - 3 2 2
HRMG3040 Performance Management HRMG3010 - 3 2 2
HRMG3050 Training & Development HRMG1001 - 3 2 2

Elective: Select 1 of 2
HRMG4081 Psychology in Human Resource Management MGMT2010 - 3 2 2
HRMG4091 Creativity & Innovation in the Workplace MGMT2010 - 3 2 2
Semester 8 Total 12 8 8
SEMESTER 9
MGMT4000 Strategic & Sustainable Management MGMT2010 - 3 3 0
Elective: Select 1 of 2
HRMG4083 Labor Force Engineering HRMG3010 - 3 2 2
HRMG4093 Strategic Human Resource Management HRMG3010 - 3 2 2
Semester 9 Total 6 5 2
Year 3 Total 30 23 14
Course number course title REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    PRE-Req co-req cr lec lab
Semester 10
BUSG4101 Practicum in Business Min 90 Credits - 3 1 6
HRMG4010 International Human Resource Management HRMG1001 MGMT2010 - 3 2 2
HRMG4020 Compensation & Benefits HRMG1001 - 3 2 2
HRMG4092 Human Resource Analytics HRMG3040 - 3 2 2
MGMT4010 Leadership & Change Management MGMT2010 - 3 3 0
Semester 10 Total - - 15 10 12
SEMESTER 11
BUSG4201 Capstone Project BUSG4101 - 3 1 6
HRMG4030 Organization Design & Development MGMT2010 - 3 2 2
HRMG4040

Artificial Intelligence in Human Resource Management

 HRMG3010 MISY2010 - 3 2 2
Elective: Select 1 of 2
HRMG4084 Managing Diversity & Inclusion MGMT2010 - 3 2 2
HRMG4094 Quality Practices in Human Resource Management HRMG3040 - 3 2 2
Semester 11 Total     12 7 12
SEMESTER 12
BUSG4301 Work Placement BUSG4201 - 9 360 Total HRs
Semester 12 Total       9 0 0
Year 4 Total       36 17 24
B.B.A. HRM Program Total: 126 90 69

 

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (B.B.A. HRM) may choose to continue their studies and complete the Master of Science in Human Resource Management (M.Sc. HRM) degree program or pursue further specializations in their field.

Career Opportunities:

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (B.B.A. HRM) is an applied program with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist and include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Training and Development Specialist
  • Compensation & Benefits Specialist
  • Human Resources (HR) Generalist
  • Employee Relations Specialist
  • Human Resources (HR) Analytics Specialist
  • Recruitment Specialist
  • Talent & Acquisition Specialist
  • Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) Specialist Benefits Administrator
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After obtaining the Diploma qualification, 3 years ago, I decided to join UDST to pursue Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management. My decision was based on professional environment and approachable instructors at UDST.

 

 

Abdulla Alsayed

Program Contact

Dr. Juliet Jayasuria
Department Head, Human Resource Management
Email
julietgladies.jayasuria@udst.edu.qa
Phone
974 44952316

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