MSc Human Resource Management and Development — Study from Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Shape the people strategy behind high-performing organisations while you continue to live and work in Cambodia’s vibrant capital. The MSc Human Resource Management and Development, delivered online in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College, empowers you to master modern HR leadership, talent development, and organisational transformation—without pressing pause on your life in Phnom Penh.

Designed for ambitious professionals who want global credibility and local impact, this programme blends rigorous academic insight with practical application. As you learn, you’ll gain frameworks and tools that travel effortlessly across borders and industries, opening doors from Phnom Penh’s fast-growing sectors to opportunities across ASEAN and beyond.

Earn an Internationally Recognised British Degree

Graduate with a respected British master’s degree that signals academic excellence and practical readiness to employers worldwide. This credential from the University of Salford showcases your mastery of HR strategy, leadership, and people development—qualities valued from multinational headquarters to high-growth ventures.

Whether you plan to accelerate in Cambodia’s dynamic economy or pursue roles abroad, an internationally recognised qualification helps you stand out, communicate your value clearly, and compete with confidence in global talent markets.

Finish in as Little as 1 Year, 100% Online

Momentum matters. Our accelerated pathway lets you complete the full master’s in as little as one year, fully online. Advance quickly from intention to impact as you apply fresh insights immediately in your current role.

By streamlining your path to graduation—without sacrificing academic depth—you’ll fast-track your development, unlock new responsibilities, and be ready sooner for senior HR and people leadership roles.

No Fixed Lecture Times or Mandatory Live Attendance

Your schedule should serve your ambitions, not the other way around. There are no requirements to be online at specific times or dates, so you can study around client meetings, team commitments, and family life.

This flexibility empowers you to create a rhythm that sustains your performance: learn when you’re most focused, revisit materials when needed, and keep progressing even during your busiest weeks.

Study Anywhere—Even On the Move—with Offline Mobile Access

Phnom Penh’s energy doesn’t stop—and neither should your learning. Our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline, so you can study from a café, on a flight, or during your commute.

This portability keeps your goals within reach, wherever your work takes you—within Cambodia or across borders—ensuring consistent progress without dependence on constant connectivity.

Open-Book Assessments for Real-World Decision-Making

We use open-book assessments rather than traditional memorisation-heavy exams. This approach mirrors the way senior HR professionals actually work: by consulting evidence, applying frameworks, and making informed decisions under time and resource constraints.

As a result, your assessments strengthen critical thinking, analytical precision, and strategic judgement—the exact capabilities you’ll use when advising leadership, navigating regulation, or shaping people strategy.

Learn from Faculty Educated at World-Renowned Universities

Quality teaching transforms knowledge into capability. You’ll be supported by tutors and faculty who graduated from globally respected institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis.

Beyond their academic pedigree, our instructors bring real-world experience from leadership and consultancy roles, helping you bridge theory and practice, and refine your strategic thinking with expert feedback.

Join a Global Network—Students from 130+ Countries, Alumni at Top Organisations

Your cohort will include professionals from around the world, offering you a rich exchange of ideas, perspectives, and practices. This diversity enhances your learning and expands your network into new markets and sectors.

Our alumni work for international organisations including DHL, Dell, Disney, Orange, Bosch, CK-HUTCHISON, BASF, Nestle, Unilever, Daimler, AIA, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony.

Flexible Payments with Interest-Free Instalments

Invest in your future on terms that fit your life. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, providing clarity and control over your budget.

This flexibility empowers you to pursue a world-class education while maintaining professional and personal commitments—without delaying your goals.

Why Phnom Penh, Cambodia Is a Powerful Launchpad for Your HR Career

Phnom Penh’s economy is evolving rapidly, with growth in manufacturing, logistics, services, and technology. As companies scale and professionalise, demand is surging for leaders who can design resilient talent pipelines, align people strategy with business strategy, and develop high-performing teams. The skills you cultivate in this programme—workforce planning, talent development, performance management, and change leadership—are immediately relevant to growth-focused organisations across the city.

In and around the Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone (PPSEZ), employers in garments and textiles, assembly, and light manufacturing rely on strong HR strategy to manage large workforces, improve retention, and enhance productivity. Applying international HR theory, you can lead initiatives in learning and development, ethical compliance, engagement, and lean workforce optimisation—capabilities that translate directly to operational excellence and competitive advantage.

Financial services, telecom, logistics, hospitality, NGOs, and an expanding startup ecosystem all need HR leaders who can shape culture, drive inclusion, and steward transformation. From building leadership pipelines in fast-growing banks and microfinance institutions to designing reward frameworks in e-commerce and tech, your MSc equips you to contribute at strategic level—strengthening organisational capability while elevating employee experience across Cambodia’s most dynamic sectors.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to advance your career without leaving Phnom Penh, accelerate your growth with a world-class, flexible, fully online master’s degree. Learn more about modules, academic pathways, and upcoming intakes. Request our course catalogue.