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Testimonials

"The MSc in Business and Payroll Management is a very demanding but also very rewarding course. When starting out on the adventure of University and studying, it all looked to me like a huge mountain to climb and really far too much work.

The MSc has shown me how much fun studying and research can be (yes, some people may call me mad) and has inspired me to continue developing, furthering my career and becoming more confident.

Having completed my dissertation on Organisational Culture & Behaviour, I have discovered that there is so much more that can be researched and done to help employers and employees alike. As a result - I have applied for a PhD in Applied Psychology/Organisational Health and Wellbeing and hope that I can develop even further in this field.

The MSc has opened doors for me I didn’t know existed and I am very grateful to Alison Ward and Elaine Gibson for their support and showing me what can be achieved, if you put your mind to it."

Alexandra Herzog FCIPPdip, MSc Workers Education Association

"The MSc was a challenging and demanding course to undertake, but the end results far outweigh the challenges and demands. One week after graduating from the MSc, the Company that I worked for went into administration. This was unexpected and I was fortunate to be kept on by the Administrators until the Company finished trading in the March. I received a phone call from the Company who had provided the Payroll and HR System asking me if I wanted to meet with them to discuss the possibility of a job with them as a consultant. They had heard what had happened and having worked with me for the previous five years, known I had completed the MSc and felt this was an excellent skill/qualification to have and one that could be beneficial to the software provider. After meeting with them and discussing my situation, they offered me a position within the Company as a Consultant and I have been employed there ever since. I now implement the software, and train people on how to use it, and as I have the MSc this is mentioned to customers, when they ask the level of Payroll knowledge the company has. I feel that the MSc was an important factor in my search for a new role and I now do a job that is completely different to the Payroll Manager job I was doing before!"

Lisa Tilburn, Miracle Dynamic Solution Ltd

"The MSc has been extremely challenging but very worthwhile. I've met lots of interesting people on the course and a few interesting tutors also. If you have ambitions to further your career beyond managing the payroll office, this course is a must as it provides you with the skills required to operate at boardroom level. Since I started the course my professional remit has expanded significantly and I don't think that would have been possible without the confidence I have acquired from the course."  

James Ross FCIPP, MSc, University of Glasgow

"My biggest achievement has been to be completing and graduating from the MSc in Payroll Management. That truly did change my world of work." 

Ros Hendren FCIPP, MSc

"Although the MSc has been a lot of hard work, I have enjoyed it immensely. It has given me a greater insight into all areas of our business, and improved my knowledge of many management issues. I have also met many new friends on the MSc, the sense of camaraderie and encouragement within the group is something that I will never forget."  

Peter Statham, FCIPP, MSc Chubb Fire and Security Ltd

"My sense of personal achievement is immense. Studying the MSc has improved my confidence, knowledge and understanding of many management issues."  

Kim Miller FCIPP, MSc, BPP Holdings Plc

"I entered the program with caution as having not been in school for quite some time the commitment was huge. However I believe that those 3 years went really quickly and I learnt a lot of things that I would not have even thought I would need to know. I would encourage all of my students after the Foundation Degree to pursue this if they have the means as if not in their carears directly it will increase their personal skill levels to an extent that will be of value to them." 

Sally Hurle MCIPP, MSc, Coca-Cola Enterprise Ltd

"Would recommend it to anyone. Very worthwhile and it can only improve the standing of the profession." 

Vincent Ashall FCIPP, MSC, VA Payroll Services