Master in Strategic Human Resource Management

The boundaries of an organization are no longer limited to the company premises. Not only are professional teams and partnerships becoming increasingly diverse domestically, companies are increasingly seeking foreign support and opportunities. HR managers who understand their organization's culture and global goals, and are able to align them with other (corporate) cultures, have a huge advantage in our globalized world. At AMS, you will cultivate the context sensitivity to unite different perspectives into a harmonious whole, in every niche of HR. Where do you want to make your mark?

After this master's program, you will tackle the professional world with an internationally renowned degree, a great adaptability to navigate multicultural working relationships and environments, and a clear vision of where your heart lies in HR.

Award-winning quality

Our Master in Strategic HRM program is highly ranked in the Eduniversal Ranking, in 2024 the program climbed to N° 5 in Human Resource Management in Western Europe.

Vigilant expertise

No one is a bigger fan of new trends than HR professionals. Nevertheless, it is important to look at each innovation with a critical eye and to weigh it up against traditional HR tools. This master’s makes you alert to new opportunities and their pitfalls, so that you can make an informed decision about which HR approach is best for your organization.

Connectedness

At AMS, you are not alone. During this intense, challenging master's program, you can always count on the support of the faculty and your fellow students. In addition, we will do everything in our power to make your entry into the professional field as easy as possible. Through continuous contact with alumni and seasoned HR professionals in the form of guest lectures and company visits, you will build an extensive network even before you have taken your first professional steps.

Societal sensitivity

The societal movements of polarization, diversity, sustainability and work-life balance also have their effects within the organization's walls. A good HR manager detects these movements, observes them, and knows how to respond to them within the context of the organization. The Master in Strategic HRM helps you develop that radar and deal empathically with the new needs of your employees.

Sustainability prevails

One of the most important evolutions is the search for sustainability. Consumers demand it and companies are trying to respond to it in the best possible way, which also has implications for HR. Discover how you can unite not only people and profit, but also sustainability. How can you help organizations grow sustainably and make a real contribution? Let’s find out together.

Let's put it in the words of our students: “An education at AMS transforms you not only professionally, but also as a person.” We are thrilled to hear that again and again, because at AMS, your personal development is as important as your professional development. Soft skills are as important as hard skills. And practice is as important as theory. You will undergo this evolution in a warm environment, characterized by cooperation and helpfulness, not competition. Team players will feel right at home on our charming campus in the heart of Antwerp. With large windows, a cozy garden and modern classrooms, it is a real gem among the city schools. Will you pay us a visit soon?

Throughout the academic year, several activities will be organized at AMS by the Career Management Services which can inspire and help you in making a good career decision, including job interview trainings, career fairs, networking events, case evenings. Individual and peer coaching is offered to help you explore your talents, interests and needs, relate these to what companies offer in terms of jobs and career opportunities, and prepare yourself for job interviews and assessments.

You will also visit numerous companies in Belgium. In the past, we have collaborated successfully with companies such as Accenture, BMW, Crossbridge, Deloitte, Desco, Dixon & Company, Hays, Hudson, Ikea, LeasePlan, Page, PwC, Top Employers Institute, UZA, …

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