Master of Human Resources Management
Murdoch University
About
Across all businesses and industries, the one thing that makes an organisation stand out from others is the people behind it.This coursework masters degree will allow you to plan and manage an organisation’s teams in ways which align with the organisation’s strategic goals and objectives.
You’ll explore what makes a productive and sustainable workplace culture as you apply the new technologies and innovative HR solutions you learn.You’ll boost your HR expertise with new skills in talent management, performance management and people analytics.8 reasons to study a Master of Human Resources Management at MurdochUse avatars and virtual reality (VR) to prepare you for real life HR experiences such as interviews, conflict resolution and more.
We are the first university in Australia to introduce VR in this way.
We have received a 5-star rating for student support and learner engagement in our Business and Management programs.
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The Good Universities Guide 2019 Choose full-time, part-time, on-campus or online options to help you fit study into your working life.
If you’re an international student, you’ll need to study full-time to meet your visa requirements.
Most of our classes take place after work hours during the week, starting after 4.30pm, or on weekends.
Take advantage of free workshops and seminars to help you with writing, statistics and analysing data, ethics, how to run surveys and research as a postgraduate student.
Be taught by leading academics who have worked as consultants across many industries including healthcare, IT, aged care, banking, and education.
You’ll also learn through industry guest lectures and work on real projects with industry.
Put theory into practice with professional placements through our Work Integrated Learning program.
Follow in the footsteps of other Murdoch free thinkers and become a part of a global community of leaders.
Our alumni now include the CEO of an international airline, the CEO of a major Asian bank, the Managing Director of an advertising agency in Australia and more.Develop your skillsBuild essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals.
Topics you’ll cover include:industrial relations and employment law talent behaviour and management human capital development people analytics and decision-making.Your careerBy 2022, it’s expected there will be 89,000 new management jobs in Australia*.
A postgraduate qualification can help you further your current career and move into a more senior role or help you change career paths to pursue new opportunities.
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Job Outlook WA Government 2019Depending on your own situation and career aspirations, there are many careers and positions that this course can lead to.Careers could include:Strategic Director HR Director People and Culture Manager HR Projects Director HR ExecutiveYou’ll graduate with in-demand management skills, specialising in developing strategies to attract, retain, develop, engage and reward a capable workforce.
Structure
Course Core 48 credit points
Required Units 24 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| MBL501 | Human Resource Management Law | 3 |
| MBS555 | Human Resource Management Perspectives | 3 |
| MBS535 | Managing, Evaluating and Developing Human Resources | 3 |
| MBS538 | Organisational Behaviour and Management | 3 |
| MBS568 | Organisational Change, Management and Consultancy | 3 |
| MBS603 | Data, Metrics, Reporting and Analytics | 3 |
| MBS668 | Managing Remuneration, Benefits and Motivation | 3 |
| MBS688 | Acquisition of Human Resources | 3 |
Specified Elective Units 24 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| MBS520 | Research Preparation for Business | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS521 | Academic Business Skills for Postgraduates | 3 |
| OR | ||
| TLC501 | Communication Skills for Postgraduate Study | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS539 | Accounting for Managers | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS643 | Applied Research Practicum | 6 |
| OR | ||
| MBS684 | Managing Strategic Risk and Projects | 6 |
| OR | ||
| EDN546 | Dynamics of Cultural Diversity in the Workplace and the Community | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS651 | Leading and Managing Nonprofit Organisations | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS661 | Global Business in the Asian Century | 6 |
| OR | ||
| MBS663 | Leading the Engaged Enterprise | 6 |
| OR | ||
| MBS664 | Strategies for Growth and Excellence | 6 |
| OR | ||
| MBS654 | Business Professional Placement | 6 |
| OR | ||
| PSY611 | Work and Well-being | 3 |
| OR | ||
| EDN541 | Practical Methods of Instruction | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS673 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS636 | International Business Negotiations | 3 |
| OR | ||
| EDN671 | Mentoring | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBL503 | Dispute Resolution | 6 |
| OR | ||
| MBS589 | Social Enterprise, Social Innovation And Profit For Purpose | 3 |
Entry requirements
Advanced Standing
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai, Singapore and Myanmar campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
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