Human Resources and Employment Law

Diploma

Course Details

Course Code	LL_HRMEL_S
Level	7
Duration	1 year
Credits	60
Method of Delivery	Online
Campus Locations	Donegal – Letterkenny
Mode of Delivery	Part Time

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Course Overview

A Diploma in HR and Employment Law for private and public sector workers seeking to upskill and keep abreast of legal and contemporary issues in this frequently changing area.

There is an increasing requirement for small and medium-sized business owners, managers and HR personnel to have an up-to-date knowledge of employment law and policy. This fast-paced and rapidly-changing area is no-longer only the remit of the HR manager, instead it has become an area which all managers require the knowledge and skills to structure the workplace in a manner likely to avoid legal problems and enhance employee well-being. This programme will equip workers, managers and business owners with the requisite legal knowledge and skills to succeed in the increasingly complex legal arena of employment law and HR.

Graduates from this part-time programme will be equipped with a skill-set that will enable success as managers, business owners and employees.

Recommended Study Hours per week

This programme is delivered online, 3 hours per week with two days block online per semester. It is recommended that students should allow 10-12 hours per week per 10 credit module.

Examination and Assessment

100 % continuous assessment.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

No attendance required.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

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Entry Requirements

5 O6/H7 in the Leaving Certificate, to include Mathematics (F2/O6/H7) and either Irish or English (O6/H7), OR QQIFET Level 5, OR equivalent qualification.

Candidates who do not meet the above entry requirements may be admitted to the programme on the grounds of mature years (over 23 by 1st January in the proposed year of entry). RPL will be considered in accordance with the Quality Assurance of ATU Donegal.

Fees

Total Fees EU: €3000

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Careers

Graduate careers typically include roles in HR management, legal executive positions, and self-employment across a wide range of sectors.

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Who Should Apply?

The programme has been suitable for private and public sector workers seeking to upskill and keep abreast of legal and contemporary issues in this frequently changing area and is now fully CIPD accredited. Graduates from this part-time programme will be equipped with a skill set that will enable them to succeed as managers, business owners and employees.