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The University Of Georgia
Program name: Human capital management and digital transformation
Study Level: Graduate
Program leader: Janjaria Mariam
Study language: Georgian
Qualification: Masters in Management
Program capacity: 120
Program permission: Enrollment of students in the second level of academic higher education (Master’s programs) is conducted based on the results of common master's exams or, by the Order of the Minister of Education and Science No. 224/N (December 29, 2011), through the following process: Successfully passing the English Language (Written) Exam Oral Interview, Administrative Registration, Approval by Presidential Order. To confirm the level of English proficiency, the following international certificates are accepted: TOEFL IBT: Minimum score of 80 IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5 PTE General: Minimum level of B2 FCE: Minimum level of B CPE: Passing is sufficient CAE: Passing is sufficient Students who have successfully completed the B2/2 level of English at the University of Georgia will also be recognized as meeting the English language requirement. For students without an English language proficiency certificate, the University of Georgia will administer a B2-level test. Achieving a score of at least 70% on this test will be considered as proof of competence.
Program goals:

The goal of the master's program in Human Capital Management and Digital Transformation is to provide private and public organizations with a qualified middle and high-level HR manager, who has deep and systematic knowledge of innovative and modern trends in human capital management, business vision, skills for data collection/processing and digital integration;

A graduate is able to contribute to the creation of an organizational culture based on respect and DEI values, demonstrate effective professional relationships.

A graduate can be employed in private and public organizations in middle or high-level positions, such as: HR business partner, HR generalist, HR manager, HR analyst, etc. The graduate of the program has the competence to develop in an academic direction, to continue studies, research and scientific activities at the doctoral level.

The Master's program in Human Capital Management and Digital Transformation is based on the T-Shaped model of Human Resource Management Professionals developed by the Academy of Innovative Human Resources (AIHR) and is focused on preparing a competitive professional, which is manifested in the development of the graduate's business vision (Business Acumen), digital integration (Digital Agility), Data Literacy and Human Capital skills. Most subjects, in addition to theory and research, include simulation and role-playing games, case studies, project creation, consulting, etc.

Methods for Attaining Learning Outcomes:
  • Explanatory Method
  • Team Work
  • Debates 
  • Demonstration Method
  • Discussions 
  • Verbal, i.e. Oral Method 
  • Interactive Lectures 
  • Working on a Research Project
  • Critical Analysis
  • Lecture Seminars
  • Literature Review
  • Practical Work 
  • Problem-Based Learning 
  • Exercises Focused on Problem Solving 
  • Project-Based Learning 
  • Role Play 
  • Breaking News 
  • Simulation 
  • Case-Based Learning
  • Action-Oriented Learning
  • Case Study and Analysis
  • Method of Written Work
Learning outcomes:
Outcomes

  • After completing the program, the student


    • (Functional Competencies) Critically discusses the role of job analysis and planning in personnel selection, evaluation, development, compensation and creating a safe work environment
    • Critically discusses organizational structure, roles, transformation facilitation, team integration and tech. team management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall)
    • (Business Acumen) analyzes the ever-changing environment, labor market and competitor landscape in order to develop appropriate HR strategy, processes and practices;
    • (People Advocacy) uses knowledge of leadership, power and conflict to establish diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) employment practices
    • (Data Literacy) Independently plans and conducts research projects or studies, carefully selecting appropriate research designs and methodologies. Processes and analyzes data using HR analytics techniques, building a coherent narrative around the findings to uncover meaningful insights. Prepares evidence-based conclusions and actionable recommendations that align with organizational goals and promote employee well-being. Effectively presents these findings to decision-makers, adhering to academic and professional standards, thereby contributing to informed decision-making and fostering organizational success.
    • (Digital Integration) diagnoses/models the main business processes in order to assign tasks to the technical teams and participates in the digitization of HR processes

    • Date of approval: 11-25-2021
    Approval protocol number: 09/21
    Date of program update:
    Update protocol number: 04/22
    Program details:
    Teaching Process Characteristics:

    To obtain the academic degree of Master of Management, a student needs to accumulate 120 (ECTS) credits. In order to receive the master's degree in management, the student must pass the main subjects of the Human Capital Management and Digital Transformation master's program (84 ECTS), including the master's research project (18 ECTS), and must pass at least one subject (6 ECTS) within the scope of his/her competencies from the mandatory elective block. The rest of the credits (30 ECTS) must be filled from the elective subjects of the program.

    Program Core

    Code Subject ECTS Semester
    MGMT5230Strategic Management6 1
    HRDT5006Recruitment and Selection in Digital Era6 1
    HRDT5008People Development and Performance Management6 1
    HRDT5012Legal frameworks of labor relations6 1
    HRDT5009Compensation Policy and Systems6 2
    HRDT5010HR Analytics6 2
    HRDT5016Corporate Culture and Employee Motivation6 2
    HRDT5004Transformation Management6 2
    HRDT5020Algorithmic Culture and Platformatization6 3
    HRDT5001Managerial Accounting and Finance for Non-financial Professionals6 3
    MGMT5110Operations Management6 3
    HRDT5000Master Thesis18 4

    Credits sum:

    84

    Program Elective

    Code Subject ECTS
    BUSN5110Business Structuring & Decision Making6
    HRDT5002Workplace Conflict Management6
    HRDT5007Tech Talent Management6
    HRDT5011HR Marketing, Branding and Communication Systems6
    HRDT5013Gamification systems for People Management6
    HRDT5014Integrating high performance teams and Leadership6
    HRDT5015Coaching and individual interviews to establish the personal development plan6
    HRDT5017Intensive Course of Human Capital Management (PHRi, SPHRi)6
    HRDT5019Smart Contracts and Blockchain6
    HRDT5025Personality and Social Phsychology6
    HRDT5027Internship6
    PSYM5310Psychology of business6

    Credits sum:

    72

    Mandatory Elective

    Code Subject ECTS
    BUSN6550Resarch Methods6
    HRDT5022Qualitative Analysis of Socially Constructed Reality6
    KART5110Academic Writing and Research6

    Credits sum:

    18









    Matrix Of Privequisites


    Point GPA The university assessment   The general assessment in Georgia
    97-100 4,00 A+ A Excellent
    94-96 3,75 A
    91-93 3,50 A-
    87-90 3,25 B+   Very good
    84-86 3,00 B B
    81-83 2,75 B-  
    77-80 2,50 C+   C good
    74-76 2,25 C
    71-73 2,00 C-
    67-70 1,75 D+   D Satisfactory
    64-66 1,50 D
    61-63 1,25 D-
    51-60 1,00 E E Sufficient
    Not passed
    41-50   FX FX Insufficient
    <40   F F Failed



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