Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations (coursework) (41660)
The University of Western Australia
About
UWA's admission requirements for some postgraduate courses have changed for Semester 2, 2020 to facilitate student access to study during the COVID-19 situation.
In many cases, these changes may not be extended beyond 2020.
Contact Future Students for more information.This specialist course is suitable for students already employed, or those who are contemplating a career in human resource management, industrial relations or a related area.The Master of Human Resource Management and Employment Relations produces graduates who are effective strategic business partners, confident employee advocates, knowledgeable change agents, and organisational leaders.The course aims to produce graduates who demonstrate an understanding of contemporary work and employment issues, critical thinking skills to solve complex business- related employment problems, broad range of communication competences to influence and engage a diverse group of employees and stakeholders and excellent research skills to analyse and respond to the rapid changes reshaping local and international labour markets, work practices and policies.The program is accredited by the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI).
Structure
| KEY TO AVAILABILITY OF UNITS: |
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| S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2; N/A = not available in 2020; NS = non-standard teaching period |
All units have a value of six points unless otherwise stated.
Note: Units that are indicated as N/A may be available in 2021 or 2022.
Students are required to complete all core units plus 24 points chosen from a combination of Options A, B or C.
Students who have not completed a Bachelor of Commerce or a bachelor's degree majoring in employment relations and/or human resources may be required to complete relevant conversion units up to the value of 24 points, as advised by the Faculty.
Take all units (48 points):
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 | EMPL5450 | Advanced Topics in Employment Relations | Prerequisites: EMPL5412 Employment Relations | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
| S2 | EMPL5501 | Strategic Workplace Relations | Prerequisites: EMPL5412 Employment Relations | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
| S1 | EMPL5511 | International Employment Relations | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week | |
| S2 | EMPL5514 | Negotiation and Dispute Resolution | lectures/seminars: 5 sessions (7–8 hours each) over 6 weeks | |
| S1 | HRMT5501 | Diversity and Inclusion | Prerequisites: HRMT5504 Introduction to Human Resource Management | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
| S1, S2 | HRMT5502 | People Analytics | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week | |
| S1 | HRMT5518 | Strategic Human Resource Management | Prerequisites: HRMT5504 Introduction to Human Resource Management | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
| S2 | HRMT5530 | Career Development and Employability | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
Students may choose units to the value of 24 points from Group A.
Group A
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 | EMPL5555 | Employee Relations Law | Incompatibility: LAWS5555 Employee Relations Law | up to 3 hours seminar |
| S1, S2 | MGMT5506 | Ethics and Sustainability Management | Incompatibility: MGMT5526 Principles for Responsible Management | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
| S1, S2 | MGMT5511 | Introduction to Global Business | Prerequisites: BUSN5100 Applied Professional Business Communications; or WACE/TEE English or equivalent | lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week |
| S1 | MGMT5660 | Applied Project Management | Incompatibility: MGMT5665 Project Management | lectures/seminars: up to 3 hours per week |
Students may choose units to the value of 12 points from Group B.
Group B
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | PSYC5514 | Assessment and Selection | Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology (53580) or the Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology (01880/54580) or the Master of Business Psychology (73550) or the Master of Commerce (Advanced) (coursework) (41650) or the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) (coursework) (42610) or the Master of Commerce (coursework) (41680) or the Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations (coursework) (41660) Incompatibility: PSYC5714 Assessment and Selection for Psychologists | lectures/tutorials: 36 hours (12 x 3 hours). Attendance to lectures is compulsory. |
| S2 | PSYC5515 | Organisational Development and Change | Prerequisites: Enrolment in 41680 Master of Commerce, or 41660 Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations, or 43550 Master of Commerce and Master of International Commercial Law, or 52330 Graduate Diploma in Work Health and Safety, or 74530 Master of Work Health and Safety, or 62540 Master of Ocean Leadership (coursework), or (53580) Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology, or 01880/54580 Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology, or 73550 Master of Business Psychology, or 73290 Graduate Certificate in Business Psychology | 3 hours per week for 12 weeks, mix of lectures & activities |
| S2 | PSYC5556 | Work Design | Prerequisites: Enrolment in 41660 Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations, or 53580 Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology, or 01880/54580 Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology, or 73550 Master of Business Psychology, or 73290 Graduate Certificate in Business Psychology | 3 hours per week for 12 weeks, mix of lectures & activities |
Students may choose units to the value of 6 points from Group C.
Group C
| AVAILABILITY | UNITCODE | UNITNAME | UNIT REQUIREMENTS | CONTACT HOURS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 | HRMT5531 | Work-Based Learning Project | Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations and a minimum of 36 core unit points and an average of 70% Incompatibility: SVLG5003 Wicked Problems | This is an experiential learning unit and requires no formal class contact. Students will be expected to be in regular contact with the Course Coordinator (supervising lecturer) as agreed in the approved project proposal. It is anticipated that the 150 hours requirement for regular academic units will be met. |
| N/A | SVLG5003 | Wicked Problems | Prerequisites: any bachelor's degree; permission/approval is required to enrol | The unit is a 6 week intensive. Attendance at the service learning location is required every day for the first week. In the remaining weeks, students will work independently in project teams, with classroom time reduced to around 15-20 hours altogether. |
| NS, S1, S2 | WILG5001 | Professional Development Practicum A | Prerequisites: Completion of 24 points of post graduate units and approval from the unit coordinator. | 150 hours for pre-placement, placement and post-placement activities |
See also the rules for the course and the Student Rules.
Entry requirements
4.(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources and Employment Relations or Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
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