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Specialise in people management with the online master's degree in human resources. Lead teams through digital transformation and agile methodologies. UAX, top 2 private universities best valued by companies (Forbes, 2025)
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With the Online Master’s in Human Resources Management, you will receive training at the highest level to implement and design the people management models used by leading companies.
You will be trained in Agile methodologies, which are in high demand within the sector, whilst also gaining expertise in new technologies and specialised HR management software.
Join a sector with excellent employment prospects and gain access to career opportunities across a wide range of industries.
UAX is a member of AACSB, the world’s largest global alliance for business education. This affiliation with leading institutions in over 100 countries guarantees degrees of the highest quality, which are internationally recognised and offer excellent employability prospects.
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Master's Degree in Human Resources Management and Administration
First Year
FIRST FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM121500 | Human capital development and talent retention | OB | 6 |
| SM121501 | Strategic human resources management | OB | 6 |
| SM121502 | Team management skills and techniques | OB | 6 |
| SM121503 | Objectives and performance management | OB | 6 |
| SM121504 | Planning, recruitment and selection of talent | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
SECOND FOUR-MONTH PERIOD
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM121505 | Remuneration and benefits | OB | 6 |
| SM121506 | International Human Resources Management | OB | 6 |
| SM121507 | Work placements | OB | 6 |
| SM121508 | Labour relations and collective bargaining | OB | 6 |
| SM121509 | Master’s Thesis | OB | 6 |
| TOTAL: | 30 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
This master's degree is verified by the Council of Universities and is fully valid in Spain, as well as in the European Higher Education Area.
It is recognised by the Education Systems of Latin America, being recognised and approved by the different Ministries of Education in Latin America:
SENESCYT, MEN (MinEducacion), SEP, Mescyt , among others, automatically.
The main reason why at UAX there are students like you is the possibility of making your personal, professional and academic life compatible. Our differential value is a methodology without barriers, focused on you and your desire to learn.
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In addition, you will have the full availability of our campus in Madrid, to carry out your formalities, solve your doubts and enjoy the facilities it has to offer.
The Online Master's Degree in Human Resources is an official qualification and therefore it is an essential requirement to complete 6 ECTS of practical training in a company in order to obtain the degree.
By studying at UAX you will be able to benefit from our more than 8,800 agreements and carry out internships in leading companies that will ensure your employability at the end of the master's degree.
In addition, if you already have previous experience in the profession, you can validate your internship by accrediting one year of professional experience.
These are some of the companies where you can do your internship:
The UAX Master's Degree in Human Resources is an official Master's Degree, so you will be able to access it if you have:
Those graduates with degrees related to the subject can also access the master's degree by taking 6 ECTS of complementary training.
The flexibility of online learning, with opportunities to connect
Take your exams online wherever you are or, if you prefer, in person at our designated centres in Spain and Latin America, subject to availability and capacity.
What’s more, as a student at UAX Online, you’ll have access to our Campus Hubs – a network of exclusive physical spaces where you can study, access libraries, work in co-working areas and connect with other students. Because studying online doesn’t mean studying alone.
Campus Hubs available in: Alcobendas, Alcorcón, Valencia San Vicente, Murcia, Barcelona, Málaga, Seville and Arganda.
Access is via your UAX student card, subject to availability and the opening hours of each centre.
The UAX Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management is delivered in partnership with DCH (International Organisation of Human Capital Managers), a collaboration that connects students with the real-world environment of people management.
Through this partnership, students gain access to initiatives designed to bring them closer to management practice and a high-level professional network:
This collaboration enables students to be part of an environment that extends beyond the classroom, facilitating networking within Human Resources, contact with active managers and access to career opportunities.
Scholarships and financial aid for studying at UAX
At UAX, we know that studying is an investment, which is why we offer flexible payment options to help you access our degree programmes.
Community of Madrid
Financial support for students with a disability of 33 per cent or more who are studying at universities or higher education institutions specialising in the arts in the Community of Madrid.
Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport
Find out about the scholarships and grants offered by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport, categorised by type and level of education.
Attracting Pre-doctoral Research Talent
Financial support for outstanding students who wish to carry out innovative research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their disciplines.
If you’ve already decided to take the plunge, enrol early and benefit from a direct grant. It’s a way of rewarding your commitment and giving you a head start in planning your future.
Students from Ibero-America
This programme is aimed at Ibero-American citizens or foreign nationals legally resident in countries within the OEI’s sphere of influence. The scholarship covers a 50% discount on the total tuition fees.
2025, 2nd Edition
Grants for students on higher-level vocational training, undergraduate, postgraduate or master’s programmes enrolled at Spanish universities with a Santander agreement. A financial supplement to support you whilst undertaking your work placements.
If you graduated from UAX and are now thinking of studying for a new degree, we want to continue supporting you. That’s why we’re offering you a 10 per cent discount on tuition fees.
If you have an immediate family member (up to the second degree of kinship) enrolled at UAX, you can benefit from a 5 per cent discount on tuition fees. Because studying as a family is even better.
Studying for two degrees at the same time is a challenge, and we want to support you. If you’re already at UAX and enrol on a second degree programme, you’ll be eligible for a grant towards your booking fee and tuition fees.
If you’d like to continue your studies with us and progress from vocational training to a bachelor’s degree, from one bachelor’s degree to another, or from a bachelor’s degree to a postgraduate degree, we’re here to support you with a grant covering up to 25 per cent of your tuition fees.
If you have a strong academic record, we would like to recognise your talent with a scholarship designed for new students. (Excludes the degree in Medicine).
If you’re a high-performance athlete, at UAX we want to help you balance your passion with your studies. We offer specific grants that can cover up to 50% of your tuition fees.
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The Online Master's Degree in Human Resources is aimed at graduates who want to update and develop professionally in the field of human resources, as well as for those who are interested in its scientific analysis.
The UAX Master's Degree in Human Resources is an official Master's Degree, so you will be able to access it if you have a Graduate Degree in Business Administration and Management, a Graduate Degree in Tourism, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Labour Relations, Law, Political Science, Social Studies or Engineering. In the case of Diploma or equivalent, the degrees accepted are: Diploma, Technical Architect or Technical Engineer.
Graduates of degrees related to the subject can also access the master's degree by taking 6 ECTS of complementary training.
The UAX Master's Degree in Human Resources lasts 9 months and is an official qualification with 60 ECTS credits.
In the UAX Master's Degree in Human Resources you will study subjects such as:
In the official master's degree in human resources there are different specialisations such as: specialisation in talent management, labour relations, personal and team coaching, recruitment and selection, etc...
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