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Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and Business Psychology
人事管理及商業心理學深造文憑

Course Code
MS199A
Application Code
2470-MS199A
Credit
60
Study mode
Full-time
Start Date
15 Feb 2027 (Mon)
Next intake(s)
To be advised
Duration
12 months
Language
English
Course Fee
Course Fee: HK$140,000
Deadline on 13 Sep 2026 (Sun)
Enquiries
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2861 0278
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The Postgraduate Diploma, commonly referred to as a “研究生文凭” in Mainland China, is a qualification awarded by higher education institutions in former Commonwealth countries or regions (such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Ireland, and Hong Kong SAR). It represents a higher level of study pursued after obtaining a bachelor's degree.

Generally speaking, Master's degree programmes emphasize academic scholarship, while Postgraduate Diploma programmes (or “研究生文凭” as commonly known in Mainland China) focus on developing professional application skills. Postgraduate Diplomas carry academic credits, and holders may apply for credit exemptions when enrolling in programmes in other countries or regions (if applicable). However, the extent of credit exemption depends on various factors and is ultimately determined by the university offering the programme.

Postgraduate programmes require students from outside Hong Kong to apply for a study visa before the course starts. For full details, please visit the Study Visa page.  For details about the possibility to stay and work in Hong Kong after graduating from a full-time postgraduate programme, please visit the IANG Visa page.

Special Announcement:

12 months full-time study in Hong Kong to obtain your “Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and Business Psychology” awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE. 

Applicants with other English-language qualifications may also be eligible for admission. Please contact the programme team for advice. For English Bridging Courses, please click here for more details.

The number of QF credits of this programme will be 120 (subject to approval).

 

 

Highlights

The programme aims to meet the continuing education and professional development needs of people who are working or are aspired to work in people management and human resource management. The programme provides core concepts in business psychology with specialized knowledge in relation to human resource management.
 
The programme aims to provide students with:
  • the latest concepts, tools and techniques in business psychology and human resource management to achieve HR and corporate goals and objectives;
  • various approaches to resolve issues and improve performances in the workplace; and
  • a thorough understanding of skills needed to develop and increase the opportunities for effective conflict resolution.

Programme Details

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes: 

On completion of the programme, students should be able to:

1. apply psychological concepts and frameworks to diagnose and address issues, resolve conflicts, manage organisation culture and implement change in the organisation

2. critically examine the evolving environments of an organisation and apply talent and performance management concepts and frameworks to align with organisation strategies and goals

3. utilise leadership skills in planning, developing and sustaining mutually beneficial relationship between people of different functions in an organisation

4. critically analyse conflict situations in the workplace and develop applicable conflict resolution, negotiation strategies and action plans for dispute resolution

5. critically evaluate opportunities for change and implement strategic plans in dynamic business environments to facilitate objectives fulfilment

6. synthesise and apply knowledge of conflict resolution methods and organisational change management in practice

7. critically evaluate and apply interdisciplinary knowledge, concepts and professional skills across diverse intercultural, organisational and technological contexts, and to exercise informed judgment in addressing complex real-world issues

8. critically evaluate, integrate and apply subject knowledge and appropriate methodologies in the planning and execution of a significant project, and to communicate evidence-based findings, conclusions and recommendations in an academic/professional manner

 

Programme Structure: 

  • Module 1: Business Psychology in Human Resource Management 
  • Module 2: Managing Organisation Talent and Performance 
  • Module 3: Leadership Competencies, Development and Planning 
  • Module 4: Behavioural Approach to Conflict Resolution and Negotiation 
  • Module 5: Culture and Change Management 
  • Module 6: Executive Leadership Development*
  • Module 7: Intercultural Communication – Trilingualism and Hong Kong Culture*
  • Module 8: Intelligent Technologies for ESG Integration and Sustainable Development*
  • Module 9: Capstone Project*

* Subject to approval

Award:

Upon successful completion of the programme, students who have passed the assessments with attendance of no less than 70% will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE a “Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and Business Psychology”.

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Fee

Application Fee

HK$600 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee
  • Course Fee: HK$140,000

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall:

(A)         (i)  hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised institution; AND

                (ii) have three years of full-time work experience in related industries.

OR

(B)         (i) hold professional qualification(s) in a relevant discipline; AND

                (ii) have five years of full-time work experience at senior managerial level in related industries.

If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:

  1. an overall band of 6.0 or above with no subtests lower than 5.5 in the IELTS; or
  2. a score of 550 or above in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 or above in the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 80 or above in the internet-based TOEFL; or
  3. HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above; or
  4. HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above; or
  5. equivalent qualifications.

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

Applicants holding a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized institution in the Chinese Mainland who meet the English proficiency requirements are welcome to apply.

Graduates from a Chinese Mainland institution with a bachelor's degree should upload the following documents (along with ID proofs) when applying online:

  1. A copy of your Higher Education Degree Certificate.
  2. A copy of the Online Verification Report of your Higher Education Degree Certificate (both the Chinese and English versions).
  3. A copy of your Higher Education Qualification Certificate.
  4. A copy of the Online Verification Report of your Higher Education Qualification Certificate (both the Chinese and English versions).
  5. A copy of your English Proficiency Test Transcript.
  6. Two reference letters (preferably from past or current teachers or employers).

Applicants with other English-language qualifications may also be eligible for admission. Please contact the programme team for advice.

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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