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Full-time Master in International Human Resources Management

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The goal of the International Online Master in HR and Organization is to help you grow as a person and accept change as the best strategy for creating competitive advantages. Develop your skills as a People Manager with a thorough understanding of strategic people development initiatives. You will be able to manage and drive changes that are necessary inside a business.
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Formula

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Method

  • Online

Start Date

  • October 2026

Enrollment

  • 96%

Available Seats

  • 4

Full-time Master in International Human Resources Management

Discover how to take advantage of modern technologies and comprehend the significance of ethical behavior and work/life balance. You will concentrate on strategic planning, organization, people analytics, HRM technology, and fundamental people and global management competencies during this program.

Achieve success in the new business ecosystem by being a worldwide leader dedicated to fostering, luring, and keeping talent.

Program Features

  • Learning Formula- 100% Online
  • Intake Cohort- April and October each year.
  • Accredited Master’s Certification – 60 ECTS
  • Language – English
  • 2 Weekends per month ( Fortnightly)
  • Duration- 1 year

Intended Learning Outcomes

  • Become a successful, accountable, and creative leader in the field of human resource management by expanding your professional knowledge, comprehension, and abilities.
  • Describe, identify, and assess the various HRM practices, policies, and functions needed to improve productivity and effectiveness in a range of global contexts.
  • In order to solve problems and support organizational direction, consider human resource issues critically, strategically, and creatively. Exhibit proficiency in HR management development and problem-solving.
  • Recognize the social, cultural, ethical, and environmental issues and obligations in HRM within a global framework.

Shape your professional path through 4 pillars:

Real link with companies

An international network of companies’ partners to help young and senior professional in building their careers and RBS to create the better learning experience possible, thanks to Business Practice LAB, Company visits, in class exercises and exclusive lecturers.

Internationality

Rome Business School is proudly the most international business school in Italy, being able to immerse our students in a stimulating environment, thanks to our international faculty, our exclusive Bootcamps in Silicon Valley, Barcelona, Paris, Rome and Tuscany and mixed ethnicity in our classes.

Professional Impact

Our higher purpose is to build managers and leaders. For this reason, we’ve built our Masters around our student’s professional and personal growth, providing different service and experiences, just like our Career Service, multiple company meetings, Company Shadowing, Individual Coaching sessions and a soft skills program.

Higher Purpose

Following our motto,Better Managers for a Better World,an entire section of our Masters is fully dedicated to higher purpose in business, Corporate Social Responsibility and creation of a sustainable approach and mindset to business.

Why choose our Full-time Master in International Human Resources Management

Career Impact

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98% placement rate; more than 70% of students find a new job within six months of completing the Master’s program, and more than 50% do so before.

Business in Action

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The master’s program uses a variety of exercises to provide you practical experience:

  • Analyze actual HR management case studies.
  • Practice simulations on subjects like talent acquisition and change management.
  • Take part in mentoring and coaching sessions and address real business issues.
  • Use a Jeopardy game to test your HR expertise. Test
  • Attend company visits and guest lectures to gain knowledge from professionals in the field.

Think Big & Go Global

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Choose from international boot camps like Rome, Kigali, and Doha to expand your horizons. An engaging and thought-provoking experience with a business-related focus.

Our Partners

PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIP – Enhance and fast-track your HR Professional Career Path

International students at Rome Business School Nigeria have the opportunity to join the professional ranks of Human Resources professionals through a curriculum integration program with the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management. This mapping and accreditation has emphasized exemptions in particular modules for the professional certifications examination for Rome Business institution Nigeria executives’ master students in International Human Resource Management when they begin their degree at the institution.

The curriculum integration has relieved RBSN students of the load of tests to be taken from foundation level. RBSN students commence from professional examination level 1 (PE1) with exemptions in two courses for PE1 and one course for PE2.

At the start of the Master program, Rome Business School students will be exempted from taking the following PE 1/PE 2 Courses:

Organizational Behavior and Performance (PE1)

Advanced Human Resource Management 1 (PE1)

Advanced Human Resource Management 2 (PE2)

Other Value Added Services:

  1. Free preparatory classes for all students registered for the professional examination from Rome Business School Master programme
  2. Free Registration cost to RBSN students.
  3. RBSN will facilitate the registration process on behalf of the students.

The Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)

The Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) has conferred on Rome Business School Nigeria an Academic Provider Certification through its “Curriculum Alignment Status”, Rome Business School Executive Student in International Human Resources Management has the privilege to write any of its professional qualifications at a reduce cost.

Full-time Master in International Human Resources Management

The Full-time Master in International Human Resources Management stands out for its unique approach. It seeks to build professionals who not only master their skills, but also embrace change as the most effective means of gaining a competitive advantage. The program of study prepares participants to capitalize on emerging technology, understand the newest generations of professionals entering the job market, and recognize the value of work/life balance and ethical behavior. It promotes a commitment to developing, attracting, and retaining personnel as the most effective strategy to achieve success in the modern business ecosystem.

The Full-time Master in International Human Resources Management provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for professionals wishing to transition into HR. Participants will initially learn broad management fundamentals, followed by HR-specific skills. This complete approach prepares students to stand out as innovative, accountable leaders with a growth mentality. They will be completely prepared to change the world and accomplish career milestones, making this Master’s program a perfect choice for people looking to develop their careers in human resources.

  • Project & Operations Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Managerial Economics
  • Accounting and Budgeting
  • Entrepreneurship and Business Planning
  • Business Strategy

Quick Current Statistics Of Our Executive Students And Alumni On Intellectual Capacity Development

  • Professional responsibilities increased by 82%.
  • 93% Increased Ability to Make Decisions
  • 79% of students report higher salaries following their master’s program completion.
  • 68% of alumni received promotions and new offers.
  • 53% of students work for a multinational corporation.
  • 58% of them are currently effective directors and managers in their companies.

Live the international experience: Rome Business School Study Tours experiences

List of Study Tours

There’s the opportunity to experience an intensive and fully immersive business experience during a week, facing challenges, dealing with managers, students and lecturers, and creating your own project that will be presented at the end of the Bootcamp Experience.

Experience business and innovation in the heart of Italy. Explore Rome’s rich cultural heritage while connecting with international companies, entrepreneurs and a global business community.

Discover a new model of African growth and innovation. Explore Kigali’s thriving business ecosystem, connect with ambitious entrepreneurs and gain fresh perspectives on doing business in a rapidly transforming economy.

Step into one of the world’s fastest-growing business hubs. Discover Qatar’s ambitious vision, connect with leading organisations and explore opportunities shaping the future of business across the Middle East.

Discover where innovation meets global business. Explore one of Asia’s leading business and technology hubs, connect with global companies and gain insights into the strategies driving growth in a highly competitive economy.

Experience the energy of one of the world’s great business capitals. Explore India’s dynamic corporate and entrepreneurial ecosystem, expand your network and discover how innovation is shaping the future of business.

Discover a new perspective on sustainable business and innovation. Explore Denmark’s globally recognised approach to entrepreneurship, technology and sustainable growth while connecting with businesses shaping the future.

DOUBLE CERTIFICATION

At the end of the course, attendees will be issued with the official double certification of the Master in International Human Resources Management from Rome Business School Italy and Valencia International University, Spain.
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CERTIFICATE RECOGNITION

At the end of the course, attendees will be issued with the official double certification of the Master of the respective program from Rome Business School Italy and Valencia International University, Spain. The certification also comes with an academic transcript with detailed modules and their ECTS grades, and the number of study hours for each of the modules taken.

WES recognizes our accreditation partner University, Valencia International University (VIU). Students seeking to evaluate their academic transcripts with the WES can write at Rome Business school Nigeria to be guided on the process. Valencia International University (VIU) certification has been recognized under the educational credential assessment for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada as a Canadian equivalency master’s degree.

Faculty

You will be guided by experts in every step of your HR path.

Our Facilitators are carefully selected international academics and disruptive executives who apply their skills and knowledge every day to achieve their goals. You will benefit from the experience of professionals currently working in the field for leading national and international companies, bringing their emerging insights from real business cases.

Our teaching method is designed to ensure the acquisition of theoretical and practical know-how in order to transfer truly useful competences that foster professional development. Our faculty members are opinion leaders on many of today’s most crucial business topics.

See some facts about our faculty:

  • 75 facilitators of diverse professional background
  • 10% of them are academic professors
  • 90% of them currently work professionally in the field as industry experts, consultants, entrepreneurs, managers, and practitioners.
  • 70% of them have international experience
  • 30% of them have national experience

Checkout our topnotch renowned faculties  here:

Taiwo ‘Dayo-Abatan

Program Faculty

Taiwo ‘Dayo-Abatan is a seasoned HR Specialist and currently the Group Head, Human Capital, and Corporate Services at Primera Africa Finance...

Taiwo ‘Dayo-Abatan is a seasoned HR Specialist and currently the Group Head, Human Capital, and Corporate Services at Primera Africa Finance Group where she leads the team in Strategic Planning, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Process Automation and provides Thought – Partnership in driving the Human Capital Agenda of the Group.

Charles Obiajulu Ugwu (Ph.D)

Program Faculty

Charles Obiajulu Ugwu (Ph.D) is currently the Director of Professional Development at the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria and...

Charles Obiajulu Ugwu (Ph.D) is currently the Director of Professional Development at the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria and the Managing Partner of El-Loman International Ltd. He is also a Council member and senior consultant with the Garson Lehman Group (GLG- Austin Texas). With over twenty-five years of active Oil and gas, professional services, and consulting experience in leadership roles across four continents, Charles currently champions the professional development of over twelve thousand Human Resources management professionals in Nigeria.

Kehinde Onijingin

Program Faculty

Kehinde Onijingin is a Human Resource Professional with over 10 years’ varied experience at the senior management level. He has a...

Kehinde Onijingin is a Human Resource Professional with over 10 years’ varied experience at the senior management level. He has a demonstrable history of HR value creation in the manufacturing and financial services industries. Skilled in strategy, employee relations, the legal aspect of HR, talent management, learning and development, organizational development, recruitment, policy formulation and execution, HR procedure and workflow, compensation, HR consulting, and strong business partnership.

Kayode Abe

Program Faculty

Kayode Abe is an alumnus of the University of Ife (now called Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife where he finished top...

Kayode Abe is an alumnus of the University of Ife (now called Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife where he finished top of his class with a first-class honors degree in social sciences, specializing in sociology and anthropology, in 1985, and a master's degree in 1988.

He commenced his postgraduate work experience in 1986 as a university scholar and junior teaching assistant in the Department of Management and Accounting of the institution. He left after his postgraduate program in 1988 to join the management consulting arm of Coopers and Lybrand as a trainee consultant.

Before his present vocation, his job experience spanned about thirty-four years in well-reputed organizations within and outside Nigeria, including:

  • Coopers & Lybrand (now a member of PriceWaterhouse Coopers): He joined in 1988 and left in 1996 as Senior Consultant and Team Lead. While there, he participated in and led a couple of organization development engagements in organizations across different sectors of the economy, including manufacturing, banking and financial services, oil and gas, agriculture, trading and services, multi-sectoral conglomerates, the public sector, and UN-funded projects.
  • Michelin Group—Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Poitiers, France: left as Head, HR (Commerce and Service Groups) in March 2000. Aside from taking charge of eleven service groups in the multinational tire-producing company, he was a key member of the company’s Synergy project that led to the coalescence of the administration of the manufacturing arm, the plantations group, and the trading services arm of the company into one for improved efficiency in Nigeria.
  • New National Bank of Nigeria Ltd. – joined as the Pioneer Head of Human Resources. Working with Accenture, he led the setting up of the bank’s human resources, general administration, and internal services systems of the reengineered bank. He later became an Assistant General Manager of Corporate and Human Resources. He left post consolidation to join UBA Group in May 2006 as Group Head of HR Operations. 
  • UBA Group (left as Group Head of HR Operations in August 2006 to join Ecobank as Senior Assistant General Manager and Country Head of Human Resources.
  • Ecobank: Joined as Senior Assistant General Manager and Country Head of Human Resources. Played a leading role in establishing the HR systems for the enlarged entity after its acquisition and rescue of a number of banks that failed the CBN consolidation test post 2005. (Left as Deputy General Manager and Group Head of Cross Border Business in January 2010 to join ICAN as Director, HR and Admin.) 
  • ICAN (served as Director of HR & Administration from 2010 to 2019). Here he led the transformation and modernization of the institution’s human resources and internal administration systems and practices, leading to its present automation (end-to-end). He also played a key role in the development of the institution’s seven-year strategic plan—the bedrock of its present growth trajectory within and outside the country.
  • Kayode is a member of the Advisory Board of Rome Business School, Nigeria, and a faculty member of the school’s International Human Resource Management faculty (since the school’s inception in Nigeria).
  • He has received Rome Business School Nigeria’s award as Best Faculty of the Year twice (for the 2021/2022 and 2023/2024 academic sessions). 
  • Kayode also features as a facilitator on the programmes of a couple of well-reputed institutions such as IOD Nigeria,  CIBN, CBN Training School, NDIC Training Academy, The Chartered Institute of  Stockbrokers, Nigeria, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC), C), Lagos (since 19 etc.
  • Kayode is the CEO of a consulting firm named Kingspride Consult Ltd and an associate director of Excel Professional Services Limited, Lagos. He consults in diverse organization development engagements. 
  • He is a member of both the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Nigeria (CIBN) and The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPMN). He served as the chairman of the latter’s Research and Publications Committee from 2016 to 2018 after having served on the committee as a member and vice chairman for three years.. 
  • Kayode has authored a few publications, including Understanding Management Principles, in Essentials of Banking, pp. 533–583, in A Book of Readings, first published in 2013 and republished by FITC in 2022.
  • Kayode has attended several local and foreign executive education programs in reputable institutions. These include the prestigious Ross School of Executive Business Education of the University of Michigan, Michigan, USA; London Management Center, Surrey, United Kingdom; Wharton Executive Education of the University of Pennsylvania, USA; Lagos Business School, Nigeria to name a few etc

 Favourite Quotes

  • "Train people well enough so they can leave. Treat them well enough so they don’t want to." – Sir Ricard Brandson
  • "When people are financially invested, they want a return. When people are emotionally invested, they want to contribute." – Simon Sinek
  • "You don't build a business; you build people and then people build the business." – Peter Drucker
  • Far and away, the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” – Theodore Roosevelt

Yemi Faseun

Program Faculty

Yemi Faseun is a seasoned human capital strategist with nearly three decades of multi-sector experience spanning consulting, banking, telecoms, FMCG, and...

Yemi Faseun is a seasoned human capital strategist with nearly three decades of multi-sector experience spanning consulting, banking, telecoms, FMCG, and investment banking. Renowned for his expertise in driving large-scale organizational transformation, Yemi has led high-impact initiatives in change management, HR service delivery, culture and leadership transformation, and mergers and acquisitions.

An alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University, where he studied English, Yemi holds an MBA and has completed executive programs at Cranfield University (UK), Lagos Business School, and other leading institutions. As a respected thought leader, he brings deep insight into HR strategy, talent management, organizational design, manpower planning, succession planning, and performance management systems.

His professional journey includes leadership roles at top-tier organizations such as Arthur Andersen (now KPMG), Standard Chartered Bank, StanbicIBTC, Etisalat (9Mobile), FBNQuest Merchant Bank, Globacom, and Seven-Up Bottling Company, where he served as Chief Corporate Services Officer.

Yemi currently serves as Chief Talent Officer at YF Talent Partners, and sits on the advisory boards of Institute for Work & Family Integration, Vantage Certifications, Earnipay, and OfficeAjo Technologies. A published author of two books and an advocate for meaningful work, he is famously passionate about Mondays.

At Rome Business School Nigeria, Yemi brings this wealth of experience into the classroom—empowering future business leaders with practical knowledge, global best practices, and real-world insights tailored for the African context.

Career and Entrepreneurship Services

In line with our mission to evolve better managers for a better world, our goal is to provide you with the support, resources, and tools necessary for a successful career and professional future, other to accomplish these we don’t just provide you with a top-class training, but also granting you the support and assistance from Rome Business School Career Services. From the very beginning of an academic program through all the processes until graduation, we help you choose the right professional area to direct your interest and efforts, and prepare you to effectively face the day’s job market. Along with connections that can open doors at various companies.

Read more about our career services functions and benefits to our students: https://romebusinessschool.ng/career-services/

Each year, Rome Business School presents the Employment Report, a document that collects data on the official results achieved by our students and alumni in terms of employment and professional growth following their master’s degree at Rome Business School Nigeria. The results obtained were possible thanks to the commitment of our students and the incredible professionalism of our Career Services who, with diligence and dedication, were able to direct students towards the desired career path in the world of work.

In particular, according to the most recent statistics:

  • 68% Got New Job Offer and promotion
  • 82% Increased Professional Responsibilities
  • 90% Improved Decision Making Capability
  • 5% Got Jobs before Commencement of Master Program
  • 7% Got Jobs within Their Master Program
  • 7% Got Jobs within 1 Year Post Completion of Master Program

Download the 2023/2024 employment report here for more information.

SOFT SKILL PROGRAM

Soft skills are the “secret key” of a well-managed workplace and a progressive career path. With the Soft Skills Program, we offer you the opportunity to develop the soft skills necessary for your personal and professional growth.

The personal growth program is optional and is structured as follows: 10 hours in total for 5 interactive and self-reflective courses on soft skills (the certificate will be provided upon completion of the program):

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Public Speaking for Business
  • Time, stress and self-management
  • Intercultural communication
  • Conflict, problem solving and negotiations

Occupational Pathways

The Occupational Pathways will help you develop the knowledge, market insights and tools that you need to pursue a successful career in a specific industry. You will benefit from valuable connections with top companies and recruiters.

Entrepreneurial Pathways

Are you planning to start up your own business or dreaming about becoming the fresh and innovative driving force within an organization? We will equip you with skills and knowledge to discover, test and improve your entrepreneurial skills, develop a business idea and finally launch your own business.

The master is particularly suitable for those who want to pursue a career in the following roles:

  • HR Manager
  • Human Resources Recruitment Coordinator
  • Talent Acquisition Executive
  • Strategic Recruiter
  • Senior HR Training and Development
  • Payroll Officer
  • Senior Manager of Compensation and Benefits
  • HR Administration Manager
  • Employee Relations Coordinator

Flexible Learning Methodology

Adhering to the highest standards of teaching methodology provided by EFMD, the Master is taught through interactive lectures, case study analyses, exercises, discussions, teamwork exercises, video conferences, business analysis and sessions of student presentations. Students are encouraged to read and engage in discussions and debates.

The teaching methodology is based on learning by doing, with lecturers implementing a student-centered approach, getting students involved and providing activities that allow students to apply the knowledge acquired. The Online Methodology consists of live, interactive lectures, led and facilitated by professors. The programs are self-paced, as students take pre-master courses at their own speed and using self-assessment exercises. This practical, applicable methodology consists of synchronous and asynchronous activities.

 

Students are free to learn at their own pace and define personal learning paths based on their individual needs and interests, as well as the content provided, taking into account the deadlines for learning, evaluation and assessments.

The self-paced methodology is applied on the pre-master courses, which are based on pre-recorded interactive sessions led by the lecturer professor, with a PPT presentation, exercises, and self-assessment for each course. Students study the material at their own pace and do a self-assessment exercise to track their progress.

Our Flexible Learning Methodology Based on Online Model of Teaching

FACULTY CENTERED | Module Starts

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Learning guided by the Faculty

  • The faculty encourage students to reflect on the content
  • Guides and interacts with students to learn and master content through interaction and debates
  • Helps students continuously practice and revise how they perform through assessment form

At the beginning of every module students will be introduced to the course, learn through digital pills, weekly wrap-ups, and live course lectures.

TEAM CENTERED | Working with your colleagues

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Learning through collaborative learning

  • Collaborative learning is the educational approach of the model, using groups to enhance learning through working together.
  • Groups of at least two or more learners work together to solve problems, complete tasks, or learn new concepts.
  • The group learning helps students develop their higher-level thinking, oral communication, self-management and leadership skills.

Divided in teams, students will work together to a Case Study, trough synchronous and asynchronous activities, Class Forum and Lice Classes.

FACULTY CENTERED | Module Ends

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Learning guided by the Faculty

The Faculty:

  • Creates assessment to measure students learning
  • Provides students with resources and materials for learning
  • Clarifies doubts
  • Evaluates the assessments and gives direct feedback

At the end of every module students will be guided by the professor thanks to Q&A sessions with the faculty and will present their assessment, based on the activity provided by the Faculty.

Admission Evaluation Process

A Thorough Selection Process: Qualification and Steps:

Rome Business School works hard to maintain the highest standard of quality in the programs we offer. That’s why, in order to ensure the eligibility of the candidates, all applicants must undergo and successfully pass a selection process structured as follows:

Candidates admitted to Rome Business School will be issued instructions on enrollment procedures. To enroll, accepted candidates have two options for paying their tuition fees:

  • Full tuition payment, for which the candidate receives an additional 10% discount on their tuition, after the application of any partial scholarship;
  • Minimum first installment, followed by monthly installments depending on the program and study format;
  • Professional and educational requirements: 2 years of working experience, a bachelor’s degree, and a fluent knowledge of English.

ADMISSION PROCESS

At Rome Business School we work hard to maintain the highest standard of quality in the programs we offer. That’s why, in order to ensure the eligibility of the candidates, all applicants must undergo and successfully pass a selection process structured as follows:

The admission process is aimed to verify the candidate’s eligibility to attend the Master. The candidate’s academic history, previous experiences in the topics covered in the Master and motivation will be matters of the evaluation. Once it’s sent, the application will be evaluated by the Rome Business School’s academic committee. In order to ensure the application’s suitability, it is important to deliver all of the required documentation.

Partial Scholarship and tuition

Tuition Payment

  • 100% online participation: NGN2,688,000.00

Flexible Payment structure:

  • Start your program with NGN 700,000 and spread the balance within 6 months of interest-free instalments.
  • Single lump-sum payments attract and guarantee an additional 10% of the total tuition amount
  • Partial Scholarship Availability:YES, see the top of the page for the prevailing scholarship.

Partial Scholarships

Based on their personal profile, experience, and proven motivation, the candidate may be awarded a partial scholarship to partially cover the participation fee. These partial economic hedges can consist of:

  1. Early Enrollment Incentive

Please Note: Competition for partial scholarships increases as the starting date approaches and funds are limited, so it is advisable to apply immediately to access the partial scholarship.

GET READY TO START

You now know that, if you are looking for top-quality advanced training in a particular business area, countless opportunities for skills development and testing yourself, and ways to expand your professional network and make contact with elite professionals working in several business fields, we have exactly the program for you. From that point, it is all up to you! Your determination and willingness to learn and experience new ways of thinking are all you need to make the most of one of our programs and start making your way along the path towards success in your career.

Your future awaits.

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