The Official Master's Degree in Leadership and Human Resources Management is an accredited and recognized program within the European Higher Education Area, designed to prepare future leaders in talent management. We offer comprehensive and advanced training, encompassing essential technical skills in all areas of people management as well as humanistic skills crucial for contributing strategic value to business growth.
Focusing on the leadership challenges posed by globalization and digitalization, our master's degree equips students with the necessary tools to excel in today's dynamic and complex work environment. Effective people management, combined with technology management, is key to implementing a successful differentiation strategy. Our program emphasizes the development of essential competencies and interpersonal skills, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to excel in any professional field within the human resources sector.
One of the strengths of our master's program is the collaboration with internationally renowned companies and HR leaders, providing students with unique practical experiences that enrich their learning and help them build a valuable network of contacts for their careers.
We take pride in the high employability of our graduates, a testament to the prestige and effectiveness of our program. Choosing our Official Master's Degree in Human Resources Management means choosing a secure path to professional success, standing out in the labor market thanks to an education characterized by innovation and excellence.
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In its face-to-face modality, the program also includes an expert Diploma in Digital Talent Management and HR Analytics.
"We are looking for individuals passionate about talent management and human resources leadership who want to join our academic community. Here, they will prepare to lead successfully in the digital era.
With a practical and strategic approach, our program is the perfect springboard for those aiming to make a significant impact in the world of human resources.
Our official Master's degree, offered in various modalities, trains students to be leaders in human resources. The competences, knowledge, skills, and abilities they acquire are comprehensive and demanding, providing a complete and global vision of people management at all levels.
In response to the demands of the BANI environment prevalent in today's workforce, our Master's program focuses on leadership training, equipping students with both hard and soft skills and competences. This approach ensures they are well-prepared to excel in any role within the field of people management.
The extensive range of extracurricular activities offered in collaboration with prominent international and national companies and HR Directors distinguishes Nebrija graduates for their excellent preparation across various sectors, be it public or private.
The high employability rate of our officially accredited Master's degree underscores the value of choosing this program in any modality. Students opting for our program are investing in a secure and distinctive path compared to other academic offerings in HR.
Why study this Master's degree?
Learning Experience
Enjoy a unique learning experience characterized by practical training and close interaction with teachers.
Employability
Benefit from an impressive 89% employability rate in leading companies and strategic human resources consultancies, all renowned for their best practices in people management policies.
Program Focus
• Comprehensive coverage of people management across all 360º processes.
• Emphasis on strategic leadership as a cornerstone of effective people management policies.
• Recognition of the HR area's transversality in organizational management.
What do our students think?
“It was a pleasure for me to be part of a university that welcomed me warmly and provided support from the very beginning. What's even more fulfilling is seeing how all the skills and knowledge acquired in class translated into real-world practice during my internship at the company.”
Student of the Master's in Leadership and HR Management, class 22-23
“In my experience, I would highlight the practical training and the closeness shown by the great professionals who teach the Master's class. They always kept us up to date on trends and tools. Thanks to this, I now work at Grupo Binternational, an international human resources consultancy working with Germany, Portugal, Chile, among others.”
Student of the Master's in Leadership and HR Management, class 19-20
“My experience at Nebrija was exceptional. After completing the Official Master's in Leadership and Management, I can confidently say that the contents, work dynamics, and teachers of the program were first class. What stands out most about the experience during the Master is the abundance of extracurricular events and job opportunities offered to students. Thanks to this, combined with the excellent work of the Professional Careers department, I secured an internship at a renowned international hotel chain where I am currently working. Personally, Nebrija has been a turning point in my professional career. I recommend it 100%.”
Student of the Master's in Leadership and HR Management, class 22-23.
What will you learn in the Master's in HR Leadership and Management?
1. Expertise in Talent Management in the Digital Era:
You will master the use of cutting-edge digital tools to attract, retain, and nurture talent within agile organizations.
2. Transformational Leadership for Agile Organizations:
You will explore leadership approaches that cultivate organizational agility, encourage adaptability, and facilitate digital transformation. You will become the kind of leader essential for today's companies, capable of guiding teams through swift change and ensuring success in competitive markets.
3. Advanced Strategies in Compensation and Diversity Policies:
Explore the most innovative techniques for designing compensation policies that are not only competitive but also promote equity and inclusion in the workplace. This knowledge will enable you to cultivate fairer and more motivating work environments, ultimately enhancing organizational performance and employee satisfaction.
4. HR Analytics for Data-Driven Decision Making:
Master the interpretation and analysis of human resources data to enhance decision-making processes in talent management, leadership development, and compensation and diversity policies. This skill set will empower you to respond to current trends and anticipate future challenges in the HR field.
5. Innovation in Employee Experience Design:
Learn to create and manage employee experiences that foster long-term satisfaction and engagement, leveraging cutting-edge technology and management strategies. This approach will equip you with the ability to cultivate a robust employer brand that attracts and retains top talent, a critical component for the success of any organization in the 21st century.
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Program
The student must take 60 credits
Compulsory
Practicum
Master’s Final Project
Expert
(only in the face-to-face modality)
Subjects of
Master’s Degree in Leadership and Human Resources Management 60 ECTS credits
- 4 ECTS | Organization and Planning of Human Resources
- 4 ECTS | Job Roles within Organizationss
- 4 ECTS | Recruitment and Selection of Human Resources
- 4 ECTS | Professional Development and Training
- 4 ECTS | Leadership and Motivation. Communication
- 4 ECTS | Occupational Risk Prevention
- 4 ECTS | Payroll and Social Security
- 4 ECTS | Compensation Policy
- 4 ECTS | Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining
- 4 ECTS | Strategic Human Resources Management
- 8 ECTS | Professional Internship
- 12 ECTS | Master's Final Project
Subjects of the
Expert Degree in Digital Talent Management & HR Analytics 22 ECTS (* Only for face-to-face modality)
- 3 ECTS | Introduction to Accounting
- 1 ECTS | Dehierarchization and Liquid Structures
- 1 ECTS | Strategic Management of Senior Talent
- 1 ECTS | Emotional Intelligence in Organizations
- 1 ECTS | AGILE
- 2 ECTS | Workforce Planning
- 3 ECTS | Executive Compensation
- 2 ECTS | Social Security Plans
- 2 ECTS | HR Metrics
- 1 ECTS | Diversity & Inclusion
- 4 ECTS | HR Success Stories
- 1 ECTS | HR Consulting Methodology
First semester 6 ECTS
Second semester 16 ECTS
Online Modality
Online Training with a Practical Approach
This accredited distance Master's degree is designed to prepare future human resources professionals, featuring a practical curriculum and an engaged professional teaching staff. It provides the convenience of completing the degree from home or work, at your own pace and on your own schedule.
This modality follows the same curriculum as the face-to-face version but does not offer the option to combine it with the Expert degree in Digital Talent Management & HR Analytics – Sagardoy, which is offered in the face-to-face modality alongside the Master's in Leadership and Human Resources Management.
Methodology
The methodology is eminently practical, following the case method. Continuous evaluation and personalized attention are two of the fundamental characteristics of this Master's program. The Blackboard learning platform is utilized. Instructors are active professionals and doctors, and the groups are small, guaranteeing the quality of the teaching received.
The master's degree follows an active and practical methodology, enriched by an agreement with Harvard Business Publishing, granting access to all its materials available to students and teachers.
Generative Learning
Awards to Global Campus Nebrija
Professors
Destacados:
Jesús Briones Delgado
Adjunct Professor / Human Resources and Leadership
Doctor in Communication and MBA from the EOI
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Antonio Díaz-Barceló Caffarena
Lecturer / Management of Technological Innovation
PhD in Engineering (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid)
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Alejandro Gómez Rosende
Adjunct Professor
HR Director of CEPSA's Exploration and Production business
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Eva María Iglesias Guzmán
Lecturer / Human Resources and Leadership
Directora académica del Máster en Liderazgo y Dirección de Recursos Humanos
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Margarita Núñez Canal
Adjunct Professor
Expert in entrepreneurship and digital skills in education.
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Tomás Pereda Riaza
Professor / Human Resources and Leadership
Deputy Director General of the Máshumano Foundation
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Roberto Arturo Alexandro Piccini
Adjunct Professor
Director y consultor de Gestión de talento en Lorem Ingenia
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María José Ramo Herrando
Professor
Member of the Board of Directors of the National Labor Association.
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Ismael-Santiago Sánchez-Herrera Bautista-Cámara
Professor Collaborator
Presidents of AEPSAL
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Sagardoy Business and Law School
Directora académica del Máster en Liderazgo y Dirección de Recursos Humanos
Doctora en Comunicación por la Universidad Complutense de Madrid
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Employability and Internships
Career Opportunities
- HR Area Director
- Professional Development Consultant
- HR Business Partner
- Human Resources Coordinator
- Recruitment and Selection Manager
- Training Manager
- Labor Relations Manager
- Strategic HR Consultant
- Payroll and Compensation Benefits Expert
Guaranteed Professional Internships
PROCEDURE FOR CARRYING OUT PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIPSSome of the collaborating companies
- Campofrío
- Navantia
- Santander
- Open HR
- Randstad
- Nortempo
- Campofrío
- Navantia
- Santander
- Open HR
- Randstad
- Nortempo
Where Our Alumni Work
- Navantia
- Santander
- Prosegur
- Boston Consulting Group
- Theramex
- Estee Lauder Companies
- NTT Data
- Melià Hotels
- Hilton
- Up Spain
- Open HR
- Seur
- BInternacional
- Adecco
- Randstad
- Psicosoft
- Engels&volkers España
Calendar
Academic calendar FAce-to-face calendar Online calendarDuration of the Master's and place it taught
The academic program takes place from October to June.
Classes are taught at the Campus of the Polytechnic-Social Sciences of Madrid- Princesa (located at Calle Santa Cruz de Marcenado, No. 27), from Monday to Friday and afternoon time slot: 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. ( subject to academic organization modifications).
Quality of the Degree
- Degree: Master’s Degree in Leadership and Human Resources Management
- Modes: In-person | Blended | Online
- Number of spots: In-person: 50 | Blended: 60 | Online: 70
- Faculty: Professors: 52 | Percentage of PhDs: 71.15%
Academic regulations
General Student Regulations. Recognition and transfer of credits. Student participation regulations. Common procedures for carrying out the TFG / TFMAcquired competences
- BC6 Demonstrate a grasp of knowledge that facilitates originality in idea development and application, particularly in research contexts.
- BC7 Apply acquired knowledge and problem-solving skills in novel or unfamiliar environments within broader or multidisciplinary contexts relevant to their field of study.
- BC8 Integrate knowledge and confront the complexity of forming judgments based on incomplete or limited information, while reflecting on the social and ethical responsibilities associated with their application of knowledge and judgments.
- BC9 Effectively communicate conclusions, knowledge, and the rationale behind them to both specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous manner.
- BC10 Possess learning skills that enable continued self-directed or autonomous study.
- GC1 Acquire updated knowledge across various business domains.
- GC2 Systematically understand relevant company information, its context, and its application to complex scenarios, considering its impact on other departments.
- GC3 Master techniques for acquiring, analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing information, and adapt it to different contexts.
- GC4 Tackle complex and unpredictable situations with systematic and creative approaches, exercising critical judgment, making decisions, and effectively communicating them to diverse audiences despite incomplete information or risks involved.
- GC5 Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, utilizing contemporary technology.
- GC6 Demonstrate autonomy in project planning and implementation, as well as in decision-making processes.
- GC7 Assume various roles within a team, with a particular emphasis on leadership.
- GC8 Identify the need for change and possess the skills to effectively manage it.
- GC9 Act autonomously while adhering to principles of responsible freedom.
- GC10 Contribute value to the organization through creativity and active participation.
- GC11 Integrate principles of equality effectively into company policies and governance, emphasizing gender equality and addressing disabilities.
- GC12 Understand and cultivate leadership skills necessary for organizational responsibilities.
Likewise, students must have acquired the following specific competences upon completing the Master's degree:
- SC1 Understand the organizational structure and the role of the Human Resources Department within it.
- SC2 Plan and manage human resources by applying competency criteria.
- SC3 Analyze, describe, and evaluate positions within a company, organization, or institution.
- SC4 Establish and implement recruitment and selection strategies for human capital acquisition, both internally and externally, to ensure the necessary competencies.
- SC5 Develop human resources through the application of relevant training, promotion, and performance evaluation techniques.
- SC6 Design and implement various motivational systems, with a deep understanding of different leadership and management styles tailored to each company's organizational culture.
- SC7 Develop internal communication plans using innovative technologies, while addressing the interpersonal communication needs of human resources.
- SC8 Perform basic functions in Occupational Risk Prevention.
- SC9 Conduct necessary calculations for accurate preparation of salary statements, adhering to labor legislation, collective agreements, Social Security, and tax criteria.
- SC10 Design remuneration policies and salary structures with comprehensive knowledge of the components of the salary mass and resulting personnel costs.
- SC11 Understand and apply labor legislation relevant to both individual and collective labor relations.
- SC12 Develop conflict resolution techniques for collective negotiations involving various Social Agents.
- SC13 Design and implement HR management methods and techniques, incorporating technological innovation into management programs.
- SC14 Apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes acquired in the Master's degree to a specific work environment.
- SC15 Demonstrate acquisition of both general and specific competencies of the program.
- SC16 Present and defend the Master's Final Project (TFM) on an original topic of practical application, conducted individually, before a university tribunal.
Admission Requirements
According to the provisions of Royal Decree 861/2010, students who meet any of the following conditions may access these studies:
- Possess an official Spanish university degree or equivalent issued by a higher education institution in the European Higher Education Area enabling access to Master's degrees in the country of issuance.
- Graduates from educational systems outside the European Higher Education Area may access without the need for degree homologation, provided the University verifies their training level is equivalent to corresponding official Spanish university degrees and qualifies for postgraduate education in the country of issuance. Access through this route will not imply, under any circumstances, degree homologation or recognition for purposes other than pursuing Master's degrees.
- Students with special educational needs arising from disabilities will have their potential need for curriculum adaptations, itineraries, or alternative studies assessed.
The admission process comprises the following stages:
Submission of the necessary documentation via postal mail or courier to the Postgraduate Admissions Section
The documentation that the candidate must provide is the following:
- a. Completed Admission Application.
- b. Photocopy of ID (Spanish candidates) or passport (foreign candidates).
- c. Two color passport-size photographs.
- d. Certified photocopy of the official Diploma for Associate's, Bachelor's or Undergraduate Degree. For foreign candidates, this certified photocopy, along with any necessary official translations, must be legalized through diplomatic channels or, if applicable, by the Hague Convention apostille. Exceptions apply to documents issued by authorities of EU Member States or signatories to the European Economic Area agreement. Additionally, candidates must prove that the degree provided allows access to postgraduate studies in the issuing country.
- e. Certified photocopy of the academic record. For foreign candidates, this certified photocopy, along with any necessary official translations, must be legalized through diplomatic channels or, if applicable, by the Hague Apostille, unless issued by authorities of EU Member States or signatories to the European Economic Area agreement.
- f. Personalized letter of intent addressed to the Director of the University Master's Program, detailing reasons for pursuing Master's studies and academic and professional expectations.
- g. Updated Curriculum Vitae.
- h. Two letters of recommendation.
Taking an admission test
The admission test for this Master's program is specific to the specialization chosen by candidates. Its purpose is to assess their mastery of skills related to the specialization, as outlined by the ECI/Order 3858/2007, section 4.2.
Candidates holding university degrees corresponding to their chosen specialization are exempt from this test.
The test comprises the following sections:
- a. A personal data questionnaire.
- b. An inquiry about the candidate's expectations regarding the Master's Degree, assessing their ability to articulate thoughts about the field of study.
- c. Fluency in both Spanish and English languages is valued.
- d. An English language proficiency test is administered to assess the student's mastery level, ensuring compliance with the B2 level requirement mandated by the regulations, particularly for students enrolled in English-language subjects. Nebrija University is a member of ACLES (Association of Language Centers in Higher Education), which operates its own certification system sanctioned by the Conference of Rectors. Consequently, students undergo an examination to validate their English proficiency level.
This written admission test will be complemented by a personal interview conducted by a faculty member from the Business Department of the School of Law and International Relations. The interview may be conducted either in person or remotely, utilizing the university's computer tools to verify the applicant's identity.
These tests will be conducted in person in Madrid or in other provinces during the academic presentation sessions organized by the Promotion and Admissions Department (P&A) of Nebrija University.
The testing periods are as follows:
- EARLY CALL: Tests held in the months from February to May.
- ORDINARY CALL: Tests held in June and July.
- EXTRAORDINARY CALL: Tests held in September.
Submitting the candidacy to the Admissions Committee of the University Master's program
All documents submitted by the student, along with the results of the Admission Tests, are evaluated by the Admissions Committee of the Master's program. This Committee assesses the administrative correctness of the documents and whether the candidate's profile aligns with the recommended profile for the master's degree.
Admission Criteria
In addition to meeting the legally established access requirements indicated above, the Admissions Committee will evaluate the admission of a student based on the following criteria:
- Academic record. Candidates will be evaluated based on their academic performance, rated on a scale from 1 to 10, reflecting their average grade.
- Performance in specific skills admission tests: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the skills relevant to this master's degree, aligning with the recommended entry profile.
- Motivation and attitude: The candidate's level of motivation and attitude will also be considered, which may influence the admission decision. During the interview, students may receive guidance regarding elective courses offered in the master's program.
- Professional experience: Experience in the business field, particularly in leadership and/or human resources-related roles, will be taken into account.
- For the distance and blended versions of the program, the feasibility of effectively participating in planned training activities will be evaluated. This assessment, conducted during the personal interview, considers factors such as the candidate's work commitments, personal schedule, and availability, ensuring compatibility with the expected teaching load. Through this mutual exchange of information, candidates will receive guidance on their realistic possibilities, recommended annual tuition fees, and any mandatory attendance requirements for blended versions, such as exams. In cases where satisfactory participation in programmed activities appears unlikely, the candidacy may be rejected.
- Non-native English speakers enrolling in courses taught in English must demonstrate proficiency at the B2 level. Similarly, non-native Spanish speakers attending courses taught in Spanish must exhibit a B2 level of proficiency in Spanish.
If the number of students exceeds the maximum limit, the Admissions Committee will make decisions based on the following criteria:
- Academic record (30%)
- Previous studies (10%)
- Level of English proficiency (30%)
- Specific training courses completed (10%)
- Previous experience in the business field (20%)
To determine the weighting, each of the aforementioned criteria will be assessed on a scale from 1 to 10 before calculating the weighted sum.
Finally, if deemed necessary, the Admissions Committee will approve the candidate's admission to the Master's Program. Additionally, it may outline specific competency complements, along with corresponding training actions and credit load requirements for the candidate.
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