MQF/EQF Level 5
Foundation Degree in Human Resources Management
Knights College
Malta
May / October 2025
Mode
Part Time
Delivery
Class-Based Learning
Duration
18 Months
Location
Malta
Credits
120 ECTS/ECVET
Language
English
Price Early Submission (EU Students)
€6,727
Price Full (EU Students)
€7,400
Up to €5,180 refunded via the Get Qualified Scheme.
Price International (Non-EU Students)
€9,200
Our Foundation Degree in HR Management builds a solid foundation for understanding complex HR issues at the workplace and provides the tools to tackle even the most challenging of situations. The course provides learners with the principles to aid human resource professionals in effectively managing teams. It will allow learners to gain an understanding of human behaviour, organisational behaviour, and conflict management. After the completion of this course, learners will be able to thrive in their human resource careers.
Learners will learn how to:
- Carry out effective communication in the workplace and assist management in fostering an inclusive environment.
- Negotiate a package that benefits both the employee as well as the organisation.
- Monitor the effectiveness of the HR department and the communication strategy of the organisation.
- Ensure that the recruitment process is in line with regulations and with employee rights.
- Identify the key responsibilities of a leader.
- Comply with the values and culture of an organisation.
- Create an effective change management plan under the supervision of management.
- Collaborate with clients and colleagues in an effective manner.
- Carry out effective communication at the workplace.
- Cultivate a work environment which encourages positive mental health.
- Utilise and critically assess essential financial and accounting techniques.
- Describe the role of finance in relation to human resource management, such as payroll.
At the end of this programme, learners will be eligible to advance their studies by pursuing an BSc in HR Management.
Mode of Assessment
This course shall be assessed through the use of an assignment based on the theoretical concepts presented during the lectures, and ways of implementing said concepts and theories. These assessments will include group assignments, group presentations, individual assignments and individual presentations.
Target Audience
This course is intended for those who are aged 21+ and aspire to work or are already working in human resources.
Year 1
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
People Management Principles and Core Concepts
This module allows learners to become familiar with the fundamentals of people management. It will allow them to develop their knowledge in line with team development, managing teams, performance management, employee motivation, leading, inspiring, and encouraging employees.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Principles of Communication Management
This module has been strategically designed and developed to allow learners to comprehend the fundamentals of communications management, with specific relevance to Human Resource Management. It looks at the role of communications in organisations, its widely accepted theories and concepts, and communications management influences.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Selection and Recruitment
This module allows learners to become knowledgeable and skilled within the area of selection and recruitment is one of the primary functions of human resource management. Learners will be exposed to the process involved in selection and recruitment, as well as the overall employment cycle.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Organisational Leadership
This module allows the learner to get acquainted with the main similarities and differences between leadership and management. Moreover, they will also be exposed to the main theories governing them both and allow them to critically think about which ones are most suitable for different activities, departments and objectives of organisations.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Organisational Structure and Culture
This module allows learners to become knowledgeable about organisational structure and cultures. Learners will be able to critically discuss and differentiate between the different organisational structures and how such structures influence organisational cultures.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Change Management
This module introduces learners to the fundamental theories and known practices which are related to managing change within organisations. Learners will be exposed to the techniques which can be applied to overcome challenges faced when it comes to the implementation of change.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Year 2
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
Performance Management
This module will allow learners to understand the fundamental concepts of performance management and its main concepts and practices. It will provide them with various tools which can be implemented in the day to day running of an organisation when looking at performance management.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Organisational Psychology
This module will introduce learners to the basic principles of psychology. It shall outline the tools and principles which can aid human resource professionals in effectively managing the human capital. It will allow them to understand human behaviour, organisational behaviour, and conflict management.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Mental Health at the Place of Work
This module allows learners to appreciate the importance of assessing and managing mental health at the place of work as it affects the individual employee, the team, and the organisation overall. It shall allow learners to become equipped with knowledge and skills which assist them in fostering an environment which encourages positive mental health.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Finance for HR Professionals
This module allows learners to delve into the basic principles which govern accounting and finance and their role in a business context. It will allow them to understand how accounting and finance and proper financial management can aid the organisation in performing better overall.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Employment Law
This module allows learners to become knowledgeable and aware of the different laws, regulations, and ethical and legal principles governing employment and the relationship between an employer and the employees. It shall therefore look at human rights, rights of the employers, rights of the employees, employment contracts, and legal requirements during employment and termination of employment.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Research Methods
This module focuses on the main skills and knowledge required for learners to carry out effective research as well as a research proposal in preparation for such research. It allows them to gain an understanding of the different methodologies which can be used in acquiring, processing, analysing and categorising data. Furthermore, it allows them to understand the best approaches to turn the collected data into useable information prepared and presented in their own unique project.
10
ECTS
50
hours
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Total Credits
Core Modules
120
Credits to graduate
120 ECTS/ECVET
Awarding &
Accrediting Bodies
Awarding Body
Validating Body
Knights College
This qualification is awarded by Knights College.
Accrediting Body
Malta Further and Higher Education Authority
This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.
Entry Requirements
The below are the requested entry requirements
Applicants should hold:
- A Diploma in a related field pegged at MQF Level 4 or equivalent OR;
- A Matriculation certificate with at least 2 A-levels & 3 Intermediate OR;
- Mature Student OR;
- A MATSEC certificate with Grade 5 or better in English, Maltese and Mathematics together with at least 5 years of experience working within a business setting.
Funding Schemes
Scholarships & Facilitations
Get Qualified Scheme
Governed by the Malta Enterprise, this scheme gives the student up to 70% of the total fees paid for the course in tax credits. Get Qualified is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals for the achievement of qualifications and certifications required by industry.
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