Welcome to your course
We are delighted to welcome you to the International Human Resource Management MA degree at the School of Organisations, Economy and Society.
The induction activities are designed to introduce you to the University, your course and to your fellow course members before you begin your studies and your course leader will be available to advise and support you.
It is essential that you attend all of your induction events, to give you the best possible start to your time with us.
Welcome to the School of Organisations, Economy and Society
A very warm welcome to what we are sure will be an exciting new chapter in your life and career journey.
Your course is part of the School of Organisations, Economy and Society (SOES), within Westminster Business School. We are proud to be a community that supports, inspires, and empowers our students—and we are here to help you make the most of your university experience, both academically and personally.
We want our School to feel like a home away from home. Whether it is through your studies, co-curricular activities, or everyday interactions, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Located in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities, London is our campus.
Our student and academic community reflects the diversity and vibrancy of the city itself, bringing together people from all over the world and a rich variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
We are excited to have you with us and look forward to seeing you grow, make lasting friendships, and develop the skills and confidence to pursue your ambitions and build the future you want.
Collecting your ID card and completing enrolment
As part of your induction and to complete your enrolment, you'll need to collect your student ID card.
Your time slot for collection is:
4pm, Tuesday, 13 January
Marylebone Campus
For more information about enrolment, including related FAQs, visit our Enrolment for new students page.
Course induction schedule
Your course induction events may take place online or on campus – check the details for each event below.
The timing and venue for events may change, so double check this page closer to the date.
Course welcome
1–2pm
Join us for an exciting course welcome event where you'll meet fellow students, explore new opportunities, and kick-start an incredible learning journey!
Join the Course welcome session on Microsoft Teams TBC
School welcome
1–2pm
This event is where the senior members of the university community will welcome you to the university and the business school, highlighting exciting opportunities open to you while you study.
Location: : Orla Gough Lecture Theatre (room CG28) (Ground floor, Chiltern building), Marylebone Campus
Collecting your ID card and completing enrolment
4pm
Location: Marylebone Campus
Course activity
2–4.30pm
This event provides a perfect opportunity to connect with new friends, share ideas, and build lasting relationships in a fun and vibrant atmosphere! You will meet more academic members of the course team who are eager to welcome you to the University.
Location: Room C279 (Second floor, Chiltern building), Marylebone Campus
Drop-in Q&A
1-2pm
Join the Drop-in Q&A session on Microsoft Teams TBC
Key contacts
Course leaders
Dr Elisabeth Michielsens, Helena Lee and Dr Iwona Wilkowska
E: [email protected]
Course resources
Blackboard
Blackboard is our online learning platform, which you'll be able to log in to after you've set up your University email address and password.
Teaching timetables
Teaching starts in the week commencing Monday 19 January and you can check your teaching timetable to see when and where your classes are being held.
Course handbook
Full details on the course structure, modules and course team are included in the course handbook, which can be found on Blackboard.
Reading list
Your online reading list will give you easy access to the materials recommended by your lecturers. This might include e-books, articles, scanned chapters, databases and online videos. You can also find locations and availability for print books in the library in your online reading list.
Support and services
Welcome to Westminster
Visit our Welcome to Westminster page for everything you need to get started at Westminster.
Student Centre
If you need help with enrolment or have any questions, please use the live chat.
Academic English
If you'd like to hone your academic English skills, watch our Academic English for Disciplinary Study Module video for starters and consider joining one of our Academic English Modules. If you have any questions, get in touch with the Academic English team at [email protected].