BSc in Human Resource Management

BSc in Human Resource Management

180
ECTS credits​
6
semesters​
30
students per class
€9.000
per semester

WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM?

Designed for Future Leaders
In just 6 semesters, this innovative Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management prepares high school graduates to become strategic innovators, blending business psychology with organizational leadership. You'll gain the tools to drive workplace excellence while understanding the human factors that influence team and company success.
Lead with Empathy and Analytical Precision
This program equips you with a rare combination of interpersonal insight and strategic thinking.
By the time you graduate, you will be:
  • A skilled communicator and empathetic leader
  • An expert in human behavior and workplace psychology
  • Equipped to align people strategy with business goals
Interdisciplinary Curriculum Combining Psychology and Business
You’ll explore the complex dynamics of human behavior alongside essential business functions.
Key areas of study include:
  • Social and Organizational psychology
  • Leadership and Project Management
  • Marketing, strategy, and decision-making
Put Theory Into Practice with Real-World Experience
One of the program’s most valuable components is its 625-hour Capstone Project and internship.
You’ll gain:
  • Hands-on HR experience in real business environments
  • Practical exposure to challenges in HR and business psychology
  • Professional connections across Austria and Central Europe
Research-Driven Learning for Future-Ready Professionals
With a strong focus on evidence-based decision-making, you’ll develop the analytical mindset modern HR roles demand.
This includes:
  • Understanding and applying the latest workplace trends
  • Using data to inform strategic HR planning
  • Creating innovative solutions to complex organizational challenges
Be Among the First to Shape a New Program

This newly launched program begins in Spring 2026 and is currently pending accreditation. As part of the first cohort, you’ll play a role in shaping a future-facing curriculum at one of Austria’s most respected international universities.

 

 

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Jason L. Stienmetz

Dean for Undergraduate Degree Programs

The BSc in Human Resource Management at MU offers students a comprehensive understanding of managing human capital in organizations. At MU, we believe in creating a community where students and faculty support each other, and that supportive environment is central to the HR program. We aim to shape future HR professionals who are not only skilled in traditional HR functions but also equipped to navigate the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Our student-centered philosophy ensures that every learner is given the tools they need to succeed, whether through mentorship or open conversations. Graduates from this program are prepared to contribute to the workforce as leaders, advocates, and strategic thinkers who are ready to make a positive, lasting impact on their organizations and society.

STUDY PLAN

First Year:

Build a solid foundation in business, critical thinking, statistics and social psychology while gaining a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals necessary for a successful career in HR and business psychology.

Semester 1:

  • Marketing and Consumer Behavior
  • Social Psychology I
  • Mathematics and Statistics I
  • Accounting and Management Control I
  • Advanced Business Communication
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Semester 2:

  • Occupational Psychology
  • Social Psychology II
  • Mathematics and Statistics II
  • Academic Writing
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Organizational Behavior & CSR
  • Labor Law

Second Year:

Dive deeper into the field with courses focused on HR, accounting, psychology, and change management. Develop a broader perspective and explore the intersection of psychology, ethics, and business practices. 

Semester 3:

  • Change Management
  • Applied Assessment Methods in Psychology
  • Personality Psychology
  • Strategic HR Management
  • Project Management
  • Research Design
  • Quality of Working Life

Semester 4:

  • Management Development
  • Applied Research Methods in Psychology
  • Ethics in International Management
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Philosophy of Science
  • Bachelor Thesis Tutorial

Third Year:

Enhance your understanding of human resources management and gain practical experience through a research project. Choose specialized courses aligned with your interests and career goals, while you apply your knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios, in a challenging capstone project. 

Semester 5:

  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Professional Development
  • Bachelor Thesis

Semester 6:

  • Capstone Project or Internship (900 hours)
  • Capstone Project Report or Internship Report
  • Leadership & Power

 

Thesis and Capstone project

With a strong emphasis on real-world projects and team collaboration, our BSc in Human Resource Management gives you hands-on experience through the mandatory Professional Capstone Project.
This specialist professional project, which takes place in your sixth semester just before graduation, provides ample opportunity to work on the real-life professional business cases that will set you up for success directly after university.
Students use the comprehensive Bachelor thesis to delve into a specific area of interest within Human Resource Management. The thesis is fully mentored and provides the students for extensive faculty interactions as they finalize their thesis.

Career Prospects for BSc in Human Resource Management

This program prepares students to lead people-focused strategies in diverse industries. Graduates pursue careers as HR managers, talent specialists, and organizational consultants across sectors like finance, hospitality, tech, and the public sector.

  • Anova HR Consulting GmbH, Nestlé, Deloitte
  • DHL Express, Westbahn Management GmbH, Danaher Corporation
  • STRABAG, Caritas, REWE International AG
  • Eblinger & Partner, Neumann International

  • HR Manager
  • Organizational Development Consultant
  • Talent Manager
  • Consumer Behavior Analyst
  • Employee Relations Manager
  • Change Management Specialist

  • Hospitality / Tourism / Events, Banking / Finance / Insurance
  • Public Sector / Government Agencies / International Organisations, Multinational Corporations (MNCs) & large domestic firms
  • Professional Services & Consulting Firms, Technology / IT / Software / Digital Startups

Bachelor Admissions

When applying to Modul University Vienna for a Bachelor program, you need to meet the following admissions entry requirements and provide your documents in English through our application portal

  • Curriculum vitae (personal data sheet) 

  • Letter of motivation (description of reasons for applying to Modul University Vienna) 

  • High school certificate 

  • High school transcripts of records 

  • Copy of passport 

  • Passport-sized photograph 

  • One letter of recommendation (from academic sources) 

  • Proof of English proficiency level B2 

*Please submit all the documents in a pdf format

All bachelor applicants must provide proof of their English proficiency, at minimum level B2 - according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - through a test taken within the last two years. We accept different English Certificates, you can choose the one that suits you from the list below.

When applying, our Student Recruitment Advisors can exempt you from providing the High School Certificate and last year's study transcript. If you lack these documents, please email us at recruitment@modul.ac.at and our team will provide support to continue your application.

ACCEPTED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR APPLICANTS:  

  • TOEFL Internet-Based Test– 79 points. A minimum of 22 points in writing is required 

  • IELTS – band score 6.5. We do not accept sub-scores below 6.0. A minimum of 6.0 in writing is required 

  • Cambridge Certificate – First Certificate in English (FCE): Minimum grade B and a minimum of 173 points are required

  • Pearson Academic – 59 points   

  • Exceptions will only be considered for students who are English natives or have completed their high school education entirely in English at recognized International Schools following American, British, or IB curricula.  Our admissions committee maintains the authority to request any additional evidence of English proficiency if deemed necessary. 

If you applied for a bachelor program and did not meet all requirements, you may still be accepted to study at Modul University Vienna on the condition of first completing our one-semester Foundation Program. You do not need to apply separately or again for the Foundation Program.  

Check High School Requirements by Country

Criteria for International Schools Curriculum: If you have attended an international school in any country and followed an American, British, or International Baccalaureate curriculum, please review the admissions criteria specific to your curriculum below.

 

See what criteria apply to you based on your high school leaving certificate:

Please keep in mind that depending on your school system, you might need to complete the Foundation Program prior to your Bachelor Program. 

Student Housing

Austrian universities typically do not have their own student housing accommodations. Instead, students in Vienna have a variety of excellent housing providers located throughout the city. Wherever you choose to live, there are some factors that you might want to consider in making your choice.

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