Georgina Nutley – BA (Hons) Human Resource Management

Georgina was awarded the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development Prize for Best Work Placement Log .

'Having officially had the best four years of my life at the University of Portsmouth, I would like to wave some kind of flag and scream “Pick Pompey!” Apparently school years are the best years of your life, but they’re not, university years are. From James Watson halls, Guildhall Walk, Southsea Common, Snakebite, deadlines and Library lurking, you find your best friends, make priceless memories and of course you get your degree; graduating is brilliant.

The BA (Hons) Human Resource Management (HRM) degree at the Portsmouth Business School offers you an opportunity to understand the individual aspects of HR functions, but more importantly, it enables you to understand how HR teams function collectively whilst learning how HRM is utilised strategically within a business on a macro level. It gives a particular HRM perspective to your learning whilst also recognising the value of other business departments for example, accountancy, marketing, legal and economic influences. which are especially important today.

Portsmouth Business School has strong links with organisations which benefit us immensely, contemporary examples complement our lecturers’ current research to bring the course to life and, when applying for work placements, these relationships are invaluable. The Work Placement Office is amazing, supporting you at every stage of the sandwich year and the Business School in general offers an incredible support network academically and personally, lecturers are approachable and it is not uncommon for them to join you in the pub.'

Victoria Jones – BA (Hons) Human Resource Management

Victoria chose Human Resource Management as a subject because she is a real 'people person'. Coming from just up the road in Fareham, it was convenient that Portsmouth had the most appealing course. Victoria spent her placement year in the HRM department at IBM in Portsmouth.

'I liked the look of the course because it was very broad in the first year, allowing you to gain some good business knowledge before getting into the detail of HRM.

The department supported the global services within IBM, which involved a lot more of the management processes. I gained a good insight into HRM strategy and practice, which was great experience. It all seemed to click into place during my time at IBM. I would like to work with a smaller company when I graduate, being responsible for all aspects of HRM.'

Simon Owen – BA (Hons) Human Resource Management

'My course is very interesting; we cover a wide range of subjects and areas. One thing I really like about HRM is that it is always changing, so you have to read around the subject and keep up-to-date.

The Business School is located in the fantastic Richmond Building, which has really good computer facilities. The staff are very supportive and if you need any help, all you have to do is ask.

The accommodation is of a high standard. Many of the halls are centrally located, while others are nearer the sea. Living in halls is a great way of meeting new people and making friends.'

Tim Butler – BA (Hons) Human Resource Management

'The University of Portsmouth had a brand new Students' Union opening the year I started and offered the course I wanted.

The academic course is very varied and covers a lot more than I expected. However, it is very rewarding and the staff are very nice and approachable. Facilities and resources are good and allow me to study to my full potential.

It's a totally different way of life. I feel very happy I chose this University as I'm having the best days of my life while working towards a better career.'