Are you interested in pursuing a career in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management?
This blog post provides you with valuable information on the admission requirements for studying this course in Nigerian universities.
Additionally, we will explore the various career opportunities available to graduates in this field. So, let’s dive in!
Universities Offering Industrial Relations and Personnel Management:
Industrial Relations and Personnel Management are offered in both the faculty of Administration and the faculty of Social & Management Sciences in Nigerian universities. Here are some of the universities offering this course:
- Faculty of Administration:
- Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State.
- Caritas University, Amorji-Nike, Enugu, Enugu State.
- Crawford University, Igbesa, Ogun State.
- Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
- University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State.
- Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna State.
- University of Lagos, Lagos State.
- Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State.
- Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State.
- Mountain Top University, Makogi-Oba, Ogun State.
- Pan-Atlantic University, Ahmed Onibudo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos State.
- Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun State.
- Faculty of Social & Management Sciences:
- University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State.
- Eastern Palm University, Ogbonk, Imo State.
- Mountain Top University, Makogi-Oba, Ogun State.
- Ritman University, Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State.
- University of Africa, Toru-Orua, Bayelsa State.
UTME Admission Requirements:
To be eligible for admission into Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, UTME candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) credits in SSCE (NECO, GCE, WAEC) subjects, which include:
- Economics
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Any two (2) subjects listed under the Direct Entry column.
Special Requirements:
It is important to note that universities may have specific requirements in addition to the general ones mentioned above. Here are the special requirements for some universities:
- University of Lagos (UNILAG): Requires five (5) ‘O’ level credits, including Mathematics, English language, Economics, and any other Science, Social Science, or Arts subject.
JAMB UTME Subject Combination:
For UTME candidates, the following subjects are required in addition to English Language, which is compulsory for all courses in Nigeria:
- Economics
- Mathematics
- Any one (1) other subject.
Special Requirements:
- University of Lagos (UNILAG): Accepts Mathematics, Economics, and any Science, Social Science, or Arts subject.
Direct Entry Requirements:
Direct Entry candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Two (2) ‘A’ level passes chosen from Accounting, Economics, Business Management, Geography, Government, and Statistics.
Special Requirements:
- Osun State University (UNIOSUN): Accepts two (2) ‘A’ level passes in Economics and any one of History, Government, Geography, Mathematics, Accounting, or natural or social science subjects. They also accept ND (lower credit) in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking and Finance, and Statistics.
- University of Lagos (UNILAG): Requires very good passes in three A-LEVEL/JUPEB subjects, including Economics and any two (2) other subjects from Accounting, Business Studies/Management, Government, and Geography.
Career Opportunities:
A degree in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management opens up various career paths. Some of the potential job roles include:
- Careers Adviser
- Lecturer, HE/FE
- Operational Researcher
- Adult Guidance Adviser
- Health & Safety Inspector
- HR/Personnel Manager
- Management Consultant
- Recruitment Consultant
- Equal Opportunities Officer
- Public Sector Administrator
- Training & Development Officer
Conclusion
If you aspire to pursue a career in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, this blog post has provided you with essential information on admission requirements and the universities offering the course.
Moreover, it has highlighted the wide range of career opportunities available to graduates in this field.
We hope this guide helps you make informed choices and embark on a successful academic and professional journey in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management.
