Associate Degree Program in Human Resource Management
The Associate Degree Program in Human Resource Management is intended for individuals who have completed 12 years of education and are interested in pursuing a career in human resource management. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of basic management and business principles and a strong foundation in human resource management’s key concepts and functions.
The program’s objective is to prepare students for entry-level positions in the HR department of an organization. To achieve this goal, the program covers various topics related to human resource management, including recruitment and selection, employee relations, compensation and benefits, training and development, and performance management. The curriculum also includes business communication, computer applications, and professional development courses.
Upon completion of the program, students will have gained the knowledge and practical skills necessary to work in organizational settings. They will be equipped with a basic understanding of management principles and will have a solid foundation in the key concepts and functions of human resource management. This program will be prepared to work as human resource assistants, recruiters, or generalists in a variety of organizations, including businesses, non-profit organizations, and government agencies.
Eligibility
12 years of Education, a minimum of 45% marks, FA/FSC/ICS/I.COM
- Candidates who have completed ‘A’ levels must provide an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of the Chairman in Islamabad.
- Candidates with less than 45% marks can be admitted after completing the “Zero Semester“.
Course exemption is available for this program
Degree Duration
This program is a two-year full-time course, divided into four semesters, each semester has at least 18 weeks for teaching and examinations.
Study Scheme
Semester 1
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CS101
|
Introduction to Computing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ECO401
|
Economics |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ENG101 |
English Comprehension |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MTH302 |
Business Mathematics & Statistics |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
SOC101 |
Introduction to Sociology |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
ETH202 |
Ethics (for Non-Muslims) |
Elective |
|
2 (Theory:2), Practical:0) |
|
|
ISL202 |
Islamic Studies |
Elective |
|
2 (Theory:2), Practical:0) |
|
|
VU001 |
Introduction to e-Learning |
Required |
|
1 (Theory:1), Practical:0) |
|
Semester 2
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ENG201
|
Business and Technical English Writing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT101
|
Financial Accounting |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT211 |
Introduction To Business |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT301 |
Principles of Marketing |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT503 |
Principles of Management |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
PAK301 |
Pakistan Studies |
Required |
|
2 (Theory:2, Practical:0) |
|
Semester 3
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ACC501
|
Business Finance |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MCM301
|
Communication skills |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT402 |
Cost & Management Accounting |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT502 |
Organizational Behaviour |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
MGT611 |
Business & Labor Law |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
PSY101 |
Introduction to Psychology |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |
|
Semester 4
| Course Code | Subject Title | Type | Pre Requisite | Credit Hours | Specialization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
HRM613
|
Performance Management |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
HRM617
|
Training and Development |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
HRM626 |
Recruitment and selection |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
IT430 |
E-Commerce |
Required |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
HRM619 |
Final Project-Human Resource Management |
Elective |
|
3 (Theory:3), Practical:0) |
|
|
HRMI619 |
Internship Report–Human Resource Management |
Elective |
|
3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) |
|
Assessment of Study Progress
Student’s academic progress is assessed continuously during the semester through assignments, online quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), midterm exams, and final exams. The midterm and final exams, which make up 80-85% of a course, are managed at the locations of the virtual university’s designated exam centers all over Pakistan and overseas.
Project or Internship
- Students must complete a Final Year Project of 3 Credit Hours. Students must consult their advisor before selecting a final project. They must submit a written report and may be asked to present it.
- Internship course students must complete a 6 to 8-week internship in an organization and obtain an internship letter from that organization. Currently employed students are exempt from the internship requirement but must submit a project.
Degree Awarded
In order to be awarded an Associate Degree in human resource management, a student must complete at least 66 credit hours of coursework with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0 out of 4.
Fee Structure
| Degree Program | Admission Fee | Registration Fee | Security Fee | Admission Processing Fee | Semester Enrollment Fee | Per credit hour fee | Fee of Convocation | Fee payable at admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ADP |
3,000 |
2,500 |
2,000 |
500 |
1,000 |
850 |
2,000 |
11,650 |
Semester Fee within Pakistan
Semester fee Approximately Rs. 17,000/-
Fee Structure for Overseas Students
Disclaimer
- The courses are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date with those taught at top universities, taking into account the needs of local industry and the job market.
- The University may change its fee structure from time to time.