Master’s in Human Resource Management in Barcelona

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What our Master’s in Human Resources and People Management offers

October 2026 / 9 months

60 ECTS

Designed to help you become a key change-maker within organisations, our Master’s in Human Resources Management and People Management combines a strategic perspective on the function with the essential foundations to drive workplace cultures that are more human-centred, digital and sustainable. You will work on real-world case studies, digital tools and a methodology designed to equip you to tackle today’s challenges in talent management and organisational wellbeing.

In addition, thanks to a global and up-to-date approach, you will strengthen your professional profile to work in international, digitally enabled business environments. You will therefore learn to lead HR strategies that align people objectives with wider business goals in a constantly evolving market.

A centre affiliated to the Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya.

University-specific qualification awarded by UVIC-UCC.

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Specialise in human resources in Barcelona

Studying human resources in Barcelona with eserp will open the door to a 360° education, ideal for gaining a global, digital perspective on people management.

Studying human resources in Barcelona with eserp will connect you with a dynamic, global professional environment, perfect for accelerating your career in talent management.

Meet the Admissions Department

Ana Marcova del Castillo

We care about getting to know you: your talents, strengths and ambitions. Your adviser will guide you to bring out the best in you and ensure your time at eserp aligns with what you want for your future.

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Program

Why study the Master’s in Human Resources at eserp Barcelona?

Our methodology combines masterclasses with international experts, practical workshops on using digital tools specific to the luxury marketing sector, approaches such as Agile and Design Thinking, and workbooks to guide your day-to-day learning.

What are eserp’s Welcome Days?

The Welcome Days are a series of induction days organised at the start of the academic year for new students. Their aim is to support your integration into the university community through activities such as:

An introduction to the campus and the services available.
Information sessions on teaching methodology, learning and graduate employability.
Social activities and networking to meet fellow students, academic staff and support teams.
Introductory workshops and seminars on key skills and professional development.

RRHH & Innovation Management:

The aim is to assess the current status, challenges and growth of organisations’ human resources; the factors that require HR functions to evolve in a changing environment; and new approaches to attracting, managing, leading and retaining talent.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND JOB EVALUATION:
Understand the pros and cons of outsourcing HR services. Define which elements should be included in an organisation’s onboarding process (induction, welcome plan).
Reward models and their fundamentals.

PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL AND MANAGEMENT BY OBJECTIVES:
Performance assessment. Performance appraisal and potential assessment.
Management by objectives.
Internal mobility.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION:
The HR department as a driver of innovation management and change across the organisation and its corporate culture.
The impact of new technologies.
Key principles of effective time management. Skills and techniques.
Leadership and change management.

MANAGEMENT SKILLS: COACHING, EMPOWERMENT, LEADERSHIP AND MOTIVATION:
Career development pathway.
Team management.
Study the concept of coaching and develop a development plan to improve management responsibilities.

Talent acquisition and development:

You will learn strategies to promote internal talent through performance appraisal, plan specialised training in line with objectives, and design successful recruitment strategies.

RECRUITMENT 2.0: SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE INTERNET. THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Selection systems. Techniques and tools to apply: role definition, candidate sourcing, screening systems and interviews, final assessment, and the hiring process.
Understand new recruitment concepts and their current and future techniques.
Understand the opportunities social media offers for recruitment.
How to attract talent on social media: LinkedIn.

FORMACIÓN Y DESARROLLO. PLANES DE CARRERA:
Análisis de necesidades de personas en función del despliegue operativo y estratégico de la empresa.
Sistema de compensación y su utilización como incentivo: Retención del talento.

Employment and legal framework:

You will understand the regulation of employment relations to support effective management of employment, reward, protection and safety.

SALARY STRUCTURE AND EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS. EXPATRIATES:
Employment contracts. Employment law and types of contract.
Termination of the employment relationship and its legal implications.
Issues and disputes in the employment relationship and their impact on the organisation.
Business internationalisation: its impact and the challenges it creates for human resources management.
The effects of a centralisation process in an international context.

PREPARATION AND CONTROL OF THE HR BUDGET:
Accounting for Non-Financial Managers: analysing and interpreting financial information.
Cost and performance analysis for each role.
Budgeting in the HR function.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS):
The organisational structure, responsibilities, practices, procedures, processes and resources required to deliver the company’s occupational health and safety policy.
Implementing these procedures and instructions within the organisation, taking into account existing and mandatory compliance requirements.
The main objectives of the Occupational Risk Prevention Act.
Protecting employees’ health and safety through the implementation of measures and the development of activities.
The measures set out in the Occupational Risk Prevention Act relating to the prevention of occupational risks to protect health and safety, eliminate or reduce work-related risks, and ensure employee information, consultation, balanced participation and training in preventive matters.
The main objectives of the Occupational Risk Prevention Act.
Implementation of procedures.
Health and safety: risk management.

Communication and corporate social responsibility (CSR):

You will learn how to manage initiatives that enhance the organisation’s internal and external reputation and engage its teams, as well as the role of effective communication in helping teams develop their skills and achieve objectives.

NEGOTIATION TECHNIQUES. COOPERATION AND RESOLUTION OF WORKPLACE CONFLICTS:
General principles of negotiation. Negotiation in the business context.
Principles of negotiation. Strategies.
Making choices when negotiating.
Communication and motivation. Negotiating in public. Techniques and tactics.
Dismissal and collective bargaining.

INTERNAL COMMUNICATION:
A vehicle for team integration and cohesion.
Internal communication plan: objectives.
Communication and achieving objectives.
Key stakeholders in internal communication.

CSR, THE EQUALITY ACT AND WORK–LIFE BALANCE:
Legal framework for gender equality.
Women’s participation in the workplace and its multiple implications.
What organisational and operational obligations it entails, and how to approach its practical implementation in organisations.
Other regulations affecting social equality, such as the Social Integration of Disabled Persons Act (LISMI).
The case of companies and foundations dedicated to supporting the employment of disadvantaged people or those at risk of social exclusion.
The challenge of balancing work, family and personal life.
Business ethics. Core principles and standards.
The organisation’s responsibility for protecting the environment and society. Policies in practice.
Applying CSR in large organisations, multinationals and SMEs, as well as how social action can strengthen CSR and support NGOs in delivering social projects both nationally and internationally.
Legal framework for gender equality. Implementing the Equality Act.
Other regulations affecting social equality.
The challenge of balancing work, family and personal life.
Business ethics. Core principles and standards.

What do we mean by skills stacking?

Skills Stacking sessions encourage the development of a range of complementary skills that, when combined, create a distinctive competitive advantage and support success in professional settings and highly competitive environments. Building new skills through applied methodologies provides the essential knowledge to lead complex, multidisciplinary workplaces. Through our Skills Stacking sessions, you will build a powerful combination of capabilities that will set you apart from other professionals by developing the seven core skills that underpin this model: Critical Thinking, Business Acumen, Active Learning, Professional Skills, Self-management and Growth, Design Skills and Problem Solving. All delivered through sessions with professionals and companies within the eserp ecosystem.

All delivered through sessions with professionals and companies within the eserp ecosystem.

PMO – Project Management Office

Enable experts to support you throughout the full process of shaping, reflecting on and delivering your professional project through the Project Management Office. Everything is overseen by the Academic Coordinator, a PMO adviser and a supervisor, from the initial concept through to the final defence. This model is based on business standards and provides training, resources and guidance to manage strategic, tactical or operational projects, using an expert-adapted methodology for Master’s and MBA programmes. It is a way of enhancing your learning that sets us apart from other HR master’s programmes, and through it you will develop competencies such as:

Effective teamworking focused on clear objectives and milestones.
Strategic capability.
Resource optimisation.
Analysis, management methods and implementation.

If you study our Master’s in Human Resources and People Management in Barcelona, you will gain advanced, specialist training and earn recognised qualifications valued in both academic and professional settings.

In addition, it provides access to international certifications that validate your skills in business strategy, data analysis and decision-making, strengthening your profile in a highly competitive environment.

Master’s in Human Resources and Personnel Management

Eserp private qualification

Master’s in Human Resources and Personnel Management

University-specific qualification awarded by UCC-UVIC

International certificate¹

Issued by the University of Applied Sciences, Schmalkalden (Germany)

International certificate¹

Issued by the European Communication School (France – Belgium).

¹Students who complete and pass eserp’s in-house study plan, attend international-level lectures and produce an assignment based on those lectures will be awarded the International Certificates.

Online careers platform

Join the eserp Job Portal and connect with qualified talent. A wide range of jobs and professional placements from employers are waiting for you.

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Eserp Talent Fair

Committed to graduate employability and the professional development of its students, eserp organises an annual Careers Fair at each campus.

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Boost your career in the HR sector with Eserp Talent

Access exclusive opportunities, connect with leading employers in the human resources sector and receive personalised guidance to achieve your career goals from day one.

Exclusive professional placements and job opportunities.
Networking with top-tier employers.
Specialist career advice.

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Testimonials

What our students say

If you are still choosing between private universities in Barcelona offering HR programmes, you may find it helpful to hear what our alumni think about the training.

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I studied the Master’s in Human Resources and People Management at eserp and was able to benefit from the personalised support, dynamic classes and working within a diverse group, which greatly enriched my learning. Gaining the qualification broadened my career prospects and, in fact, I secured a role at the multinational where I now work within the people function.

Eva Boix

Head of Health and Safety at Serunion – Elior Group

Studying the Master’s in Human Resources and People Management at eserp was a great experience. It gave me everything I needed to focus on and consolidate my professional future.

Ángel Roncero

Talent & Training Lead at SDG Group Spain

Studying the Master’s in Human Resources and People Management at eserp has been a rewarding experience in every respect: the lecturers and their expertise, the classmates and their diversity, and the support from the entire administrative team. All of this enriched the programme and encouraged me to go on to pursue an MBA at another campus afterwards.

Eduardo Linares

SAP Business Process Leader at NTT DATA

Admissions

Admissions process

Documentation

Application form. Photographs. Photocopy of your national ID card (both sides). Access-route documentation.

Admissions tests

Interview with the Admissions Team and/or the programme coordinator, if required.

Decision

Outcome of the admissions process / Confirmation of admission to the programme.

Enrolment / registration

Once admission has been confirmed, the applicant must pay the enrolment fee and complete the required documentation.

Price

Prices and payment methods for students

€12,200.00

First payment: €1,800.

Remainder of the academic year: 10 monthly instalments, financed directly by eserp, interest-free, from October to July, of €1,040.

5% early payment discount.

Qualification issuing fees are not included.
If the student pays the full programme fee at a price different from that shown on the website (due to scholarships or financial support), the early payment discount will be 5% of the final amount payable.
The 5% early payment discount will also apply to students who, after paying the enrolment fee, decide to pay the remaining programme fees before the programme starts. In this case, the discount is applied to the outstanding balance.
Master’s programme eligible for FUNDAE training subsidies (formerly Fundación Tripartita).

Master’s in Human Resources and Personnel Management in Barcelona

What our Master’s in Human Resources and People Management offers