Program Description

The Diploma in Human Resource Management (Dip. HRM) is a two-year program that prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed for an entry level position in the field of Human Resource Management (HRM). After completing the Dip. HRM program, graduates will possess a practical and theoretical overview of human resources functions, and its critical role in organizations. Students engage in hands-on experiential learning through applied assignments and a required HRM work placement.

Program Duration:

2 years

Accreditation:

The Diploma in Human Resource Management (Dip. HRM) is accredited through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a leading specialized accreditation association for business education. For more information on UDST’s ACBSP accreditation, please visit www.acbsp.org

ACBSP

 

Admission Requirements:

High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%.
1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate; 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

Within a few years of graduation from the Diploma in Human Resource Management (Dip. HRM) program, graduates will be able to:

PEO01. Apply knowledge of HR functions in supporting the organization goals

PEO02. Interpret HR data for effective decision making

PEO03. Diagnose the HR challenges and provide innovative solutions

PEO04. Identify HR personnel needs to implement and achieve operational goals

PEO05. Demonstrate ethical behavior in managing human capital and organizational resources

PEO06. Develop HR plans related to, recruitment, selection, performance management, training and development and employee compensation

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Human Resource Management (Dip. HRM) program, graduates will be prepared to:

SLO05. Demonstrate responsible and ethical behavior as a human resource professional

SLO01. Discuss the role and purpose of human resource functions in organizations

SLO02. Diagnose current practices, trends, and challenges in human resource management

SLO03. Apply HR skills and competencies to attract, retain and develop talent

SLO04. Develop employee performance initiatives and compensation plans aligned with organizational goals

To see the 2022-2023 Study Plan pages, please CLICK HERE!

 

To see the 2023-2024 Study Plan pages, please CLICK HERE!

 

To see the 2024-2025 Study Plan pages, please CLICK HERE!

2025-2026 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
HRMG1001 Principles of Human Resource Management - - 3 2 3
MATH1070 Applied Mathematics - - 3 3 1
Elective - Effective & Experiential Learning: select 1 of 3
EFFL1001 Effective Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1002 Applied & Experiential Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1003 Experiential Learning & Entrepreneurship - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total: 12 11 4
SEMESTER 2
ACCT1001 Financial Accounting - - 3 2 3
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
COMP1401 Introduction to Computers & Information Systems - - 3 2 3
MRKT1001 Principles of Marketing - - 3 2 3
Semester 2 Total: 12 9 9
SEMESTER 3
BKFT1001 Principles of Finance ACCT1001 - 3 2 3
BUSG2010 Qatar Business Law - - 3 2 3
Semester 3 Total: 6 4 6
Year 1 Total: 30 24 19
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
HRMG3010 Human Resource Planning & Selection HRMG1001 - 3 2 2
MGMT2010 Organizational Behavior Min 30 Credits - 3 2 3
Semester 4 Total: 12 8 11
SEMESTER 5
HRMG3020 Qatar Employment Law - - 3 2 2
HRMG3030 Occupational Health & Safety HRMG1001 - 3 2 2
HRMG3040 Performance Management HRMG3010 - 3 2 2
HRMG3050 Learning & Development HRMG1001 - 3 2 2
HRMG4020 Compensation & Benefits HRMG1001 - 3 2 2
Semester 5 Total: 15 10 10
SEMESTER 6
BUSG2301 Work Placement Min 54 Credits CGPA>2.0 - 9 0 0
Semester 6 Total: 9 0 0
Year 2 Total: 36 18 21
Program Total 66 42 40

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Diploma in Human Resource Management (Dip. HRM) may choose to continue their studies and complete the Bachelor of Human Resource Management (B.B.A. HRM) degree program.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

The Diploma in Human Resource Management (Dip. 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:

  • Benefits Clerk
  • Recruitment Assistant
  • Training Coordinator
  • Onboarding Coordinator
  • Compensation Clerk
  • Professional Development Assistant

Program Contact:

Event default image
Dr. Juliet Jayasuria
Department Head, Human Resource Management
Email
julietgladies.jayasuria@udst.edu.qa
Phone
+974 4495 2316