MBA with Specialisation in Human Resource Management

The MBA with Specialisation in Human Resource Management (HRM) is a flexible and accessible postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced competencies in managing people, performance, and organisational change. It combines core business administration principles with specialised knowledge in human resource strategy, talent acquisition, employee development, industrial relations, and organisational behaviour. Ideal for HR professionals and aspiring leaders, the programme equips learners with the skills to foster a productive workplace culture, enhance employee engagement, and align human resource practices with organisational goals in a dynamic and competitive business environment.
Traditionally, MBA programmes have been expensive and limited by the constraints of conventional learning systems. In response to the growing demand for affordable and flexible HRM education across the Commonwealth, the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) developed this specialised MBA to strengthen leadership and management capacity in the field of human resources. Delivered through an Open and Distance Learning (ODL) model, the programme provides accessible, high-quality education that allows professionals to balance their studies with work and personal commitments. COL, in collaboration with a consortium of partner institutions, ensures that the programme upholds rigorous academic standards, practical relevance, and international recognition—preparing graduates to become strategic HR leaders who drive organisational success and sustainable workforce development.

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Entry Requirements

General Entry Requirements under Direct Entry to Taught Postgraduate Programmes:
Successful completion of an undergraduate degree with

  • at least a Second Class or 50%, whichever is applicable or
  • a GPA not less than 2.5 out of 4 or equivalent, from a recognised Higher Education Institution.
    OR
    an Ordinary Degree or a non-honours degree from a recognized University with at least two years of work experience in the relevant field which demonstrates that a candidate possesses appropriate knowledge and skills at a standard acceptable by the Academic Council.
    OR
    possesses a Bachelor’s degree with an award below a Second-Class degree from a recognised institution and has at least two years of relevant working experience.
    OR
    alternative qualifications acceptable to the Open University of Mauritius.
    Note:
    • Mature candidates will be considered on their own merit. (refer to OU general rules and regulations)

 

Intake
  • February
  • August

Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Open university of Mauritius Toppers after graduation

Duration

 Minimum 2 years and Maximum 4 years
Year 1

Year 1 Semester 1

  • Operations Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Enterprise Information Systems & Digital Strategy
  • Economic Environment of Business

 

Year 1 Semester 2

  • New Public Management & Governance (Elective) 
  • Management in Organisations (Elective)
  • People and Talent Management
  • Data Analysis for Decision Making (Elective)
  • Accounting Issues & Financial Management for Business (Elective)

 

    Year 2

    Year 2 Semester 1

    • Strategic Human Resource Management
    • Human Resource Development
    • Research Methods
    • Electronic Commerce and Business Strategies (Elective)
    • Project Management (Elective)
    • Managerial Economics (Elective) 
    • Policy Analysis and Implementation (Elective)
    • Business for Sustainable Development (Elective) 

     

    Year 2 Semester 2

    • Dissertation Project
    • Contemporary Administrative Systems (Elective)
    • Disaster Management (Elective)
    • Corporate Finance (Elective)
    • International Marketing (Elective)
    • Business Ethics (Elective) 
    Payment Facilities
    Instalments Facilities upon request
    Number of Modules
    15 (6 credits per module)
    Fee Structure

    Mauritian

    Total: Rs 130,875

    SADC

    Total:

     US$ 4,365

    International (Non-SADC)

    Total: US$ 6,845

     

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