Extended Diploma in Human Resource Management
In Partnership with Qualifications Scotland
About Extended Diploma in Human Resource Management
The Extended Diploma in Human Resource Management develops knowledge and skills across strategic management, international marketing management, strategic leadership and HR practices, sustainability and business, strategic human resource development, and work and organisational psychology. The programme explores strategic HRD, talent development, organisational performance, leadership, workplace behaviour and organisational culture.
Fee Details
- Program Fee: $6000
- Payment Options: Flexible instalments available
Eligibility
- Completion of higher secondary education or equivalent qualification preferred
- OR
- Relevant professional background subject to eligibility review
- (Advisor guidance available for eligibility assessment.)
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Educational/Professional Requirement: Applicants must have either:
- A Bachelor’s Degree, or 3 years of relevant work experience
Why Westford Learn?
- Globally Recognised Qualifications Scotland Qualification
- Flexible, Self Paced Learning for Working Professionals
- Industry Relevant, Practical Business Skills
- Study Anytime, from Anywhere with 24/7 Access
- Dedicated Academic Support Throughout
- Strong Career Progression Opportunities
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Strategic Leadership and HR Practices in Organisations Develop leadership and strategic human resource management capabilities to support organisational performance and change management.Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20
This module examines strategic HR management practices, leadership approaches, organisational performance, and change management strategies used within modern business environments.
Learning Outcome
- Critically analyse the significance of Strategic Human Resources Management within organisations
- Evaluate the impact of HR management activities on organisational performance
- Assess leadership styles and management practices within organisations
- Plan organisational change implementation strategies
Key Topics
- Strategic HR management
- Leadership practices
- Organisational performance
- Change management
Assessment
- Assignment / Case analysis
Prerequisites
- None
Module 2: International Marketing Management Examine global marketing challenges, international business environments, marketing planning, brand management and consumer behavior across markets.Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20
This module introduces key global marketing challenges and the relationship between international business, diverse societies and environments. It examines changing global business environments and their impact on marketing management functions, while developing skills in international marketing planning, brand management and creative marketing.
Learning Outcome
- Analyse the changing business environment(s) globally and how they pose challenges to marketing management functions in organisations.
- Develop marketing plans with the application of appropriate marketing models, tools and techniques.
- Evaluate the processes involved in brand management and how they influence consumer behaviour.
- Evaluate the skills needed as a creative marketer to launch new products/services in a dynamic global marketplace.
Key Topics
- International marketing
- Global business environments
- Marketing planning
- Brand management
- Consumer behaviour
Assessment
- Assignment / Case analysis
Prerequisites
- None
Module 3: Strategic Management Strengthen strategic thinking and leadership capabilities required to support educational and organisational performance.Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20
This module examines strategic management, stakeholder expectations, economic, political and cultural factors, innovative strategies, and leadership approaches in a global context.
Learning Outcome
- Critically evaluate the relationship between strategy, stakeholder expectations and organisational performance.
- Evaluate the impact of current and emerging Economic, Political and Cultural factors on the strategic management of an organisation.
- Formulate innovative business strategies designed to contribute to the success of an organisation.
- Critically assess different leadership styles in developing corporate values, social responsibilities and managing strategic change.
Key Topics
- Strategic management
- Stakeholder expectations
- Economic, political and cultural factors
- Innovative business strategies
- Strategic leadership and change
Assessment
- Assignment / Case analysis
Prerequisites
- None
Module 4:Sustainability and Business Examine sustainability challenges and opportunities and the alignment of organisational strategies and business functions with sustainability.Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20
This module critically reviews sustainability challenges and opportunities for organisations in a global context. It examines how organisations can redesign their strategies and policies to align with a sustainability agenda.
Learning Outcome
- Appraise the multiple dimensions of sustainability for businesses in the context of global challenges.
- Critically review, evaluate, and develop sustainability strategies of organisations.
- Critically analyse the strategic alignment of the business functions to sustainability.
- Critically analyse an organisation’s global sustainability and your contribution to the impact on global sustainability.
Key Topics
- Sustainability challenges
- Sustainability strategies
- Business functions
- Global sustainability
- Strategic alignment
Assessment
- Assignment / Case analysis
Prerequisites
- None
Module 5: Strategic Human Resource Development Develop knowledge of strategic HRD, talent development and HRD strategies that support organisational performance and capability building.Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20
This module introduces learners to the concept and significance of Strategic Human Resource Development (HRD) in a global context. It explores strategic HRD, learning and talent development practices and policies at individual, group, organisational, national and international levels.
Learning Outcome
- Critically discuss strategic human resources development principles and concepts.
- Evaluate the role of strategic human resource development in driving organisational performance.
- Critically review the development and implementation of human resource development strategies.
- Design a human resource development global implementation plan
Key Topics
- Strategic HRD
- Talent development
- Learning and development
- HRD strategies
- Global HRD implementation
Assessment
- Assignment / Case analysis
Prerequisites
- None
Module 6: Work and Organisational Psychology Explore workplace psychology, human behaviour, organisational culture, decision-making, leadership and contemporary approaches to understanding people at work.Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20
This module explores how organisational psychology is applied in the workplace to understand and influence human behaviour. Learners are introduced to classic and contemporary theories in social and organisational psychology, with a focus on workplace challenges, job performance, organisational relations and capabilities. The module also examines creativity, learning, decision-making, well-being, leadership, organisational culture and change.
Learning Outcome
- Understand the importance of data over intuition for marketing decision-making, including the three core components of marketing analytics: data, analysis and visualisation.
- Understand social listening, web analytics and content analysis with various content analysis tools.
- Introduction to the fundamentals of data analysis and research intention’s effect on method choices and visualisation.
- Understand how artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning may be applied to marketing.
Key Topics
- Organisational psychology
- Human behaviour at work
- Workplace well-being
- Leadership and organisational culture
- Data and analytical approaches
Assessment
- Assignment / Case analysis
Prerequisites
- None
Awarded by Qualifications Scotland
This qualification is credit rated at SCQF Level 11 and aligned with the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, ensuring international recognition, academic quality, and career progression opportunities.
Highlights:Â
- Qualifications Scotland offers globally recognised qualifications with strong academic and industry credibility.
- Focused on building practical, job-ready skills for specific roles and sectors.
- All qualifications are benchmarked against the SCQF, ensuring transparency, quality assurance, and international recognition.
Certified Human Resource Management Professional
Awarded by Chartered Management Institute, UK 
Awarded by Chartered Management Institute, UK
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) works with business and education to inspire people to become skilled, confident, and successful managers and leaders. Chartered Management Institute is the only chartered professional body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence.Â
Elevate Your Professional Credential
Take your professional development a step further with the option to claim a CMI Certificate alongside your programme.
Available as an optional certificate upgrade, this provides formal recognition of your learning through the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and adds further value to your professional qualification.
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