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<p>The Master of Philosophy in Human Resource Development is a postgraduate programme that trains professionals to become specialists in human resource management, development, and organisational behaviour. The programme prepares graduates to manage human capital, design HRD interventions, and conduct research in human resource development in Kenya and beyond. Core areas of study include human resource management theory, organisational behaviour, training and development, performance management, strategic human resource management, labour relations, compensation management, HRD research methods, organisational development, and leadership development. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and practical applications in human resource settings. The programme is offered by numerous universities across Kenya, with Moi University as a college. Moi University offers MSc in Human Resource Development through its School of Human Resource Development. The programme is one of the most widely offered master's programmes in Kenya, reflecting the importance of HRD in organisational success. Students develop competencies in human resource strategy, training programme design, performance management systems, compensation and benefits management, labour relations, organisational development, change management, leadership development, and HRD research. The programme includes coursework, case studies, research projects, examinations, and a research thesis. The programme is delivered over two years with full-time and part-time study options at most institutions. Moi University offers the programme at its Nairobi Campus (Bazaar Plaza) and Eldoret campus. The programme is designed for HR professionals, managers, and graduates seeking to advance their expertise in human resource development. Graduates pursue careers as human resource managers, HRD consultants, training and development managers, labour relations officers, compensation and benefits managers, organisational development specialists, and HR educators in corporations, NGOs, government, and consulting firms.</p><h3>Skills Required</h3><ul><li>Human Resource Strategy and Planning</li><li>Training Programme Design and Delivery</li><li>Performance Management Systems</li><li>Compensation and Benefits Management</li><li>Labour Relations and Employment Law</li><li>Organisational Development and Change Management</li><li>Leadership Development and Coaching</li><li>Talent Management and Succession Planning</li><li>HR Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making</li><li>HRD Research and Evaluation</li></ul><h3>Key Subjects</h3><ul><li>Human Resource Management Theory</li><li>Organisational Behaviour</li><li>Training and Development</li><li>Performance Management</li><li>Strategic Human Resource Management</li><li>Labour Relations and Employment Law</li><li>Compensation and Benefits Management</li><li>Organisational Development and Change</li><li>Leadership Development</li><li>HRD Research Methods</li></ul><h3>Certifications</h3><ul><li>IHRM Kenya Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)</li><li>SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)</li></ul><h3>Specializations</h3><h4>Training and Development</h4><p>Focuses on designing, delivering, and evaluating training programmes, managing learning and development initiatives, and building human capital through systematic training.</p><h4>Strategic Human Resource Management</h4><p>Examines strategic HRM, aligning HR strategy with organisational strategy, workforce planning, and managing human resources as a strategic asset.</p><h4>Labour Relations and Employment Law</h4><p>Covers labour relations, employment law, managing union relationships, collective bargaining, dispute resolution, and ensuring legal compliance in HR practice.</p><h4>Compensation and Benefits Management</h4><p>Focuses on compensation design, salary structures, benefits administration, pay equity, performance-based pay, and managing total reward systems.</p><h4>Organisational Development and Change</h4><p>Examines organisational development, managing change initiatives, improving organisational effectiveness, and building adaptive and resilient organisations.</p><h4>Talent Management and Leadership Development</h4><p>Covers talent management, succession planning, leadership development programmes, coaching and mentoring, and building leadership pipelines in organisations.</p>