C04286v2 Master of Human Resource Management

The Master of Human Resource Management focuses on developing expertise in contemporary human resource management issues.

The course is for current managers who are seeking to extend their HR knowledge and improve skills necessary to engage in decision-making at senior levels within an organisation.The Master of Human Resource Management focuses on developing a greater understanding of human resource management, employment relations and organisational behaviour and the future of work.

It provides participants with a thorough understanding of the business issues and HRM challenges and equips participants with the skills necessary to add value to an organisation.

Students must complete a total of 72 credit points made up of 13 subjects, comprising nine core subjects (42 credit points), three electives subjects (18 credit points), and either Industry Research Project or Internship Experience (12 credit points).

Course completion requirements

Course program

A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration.

Not all subjects are offered every session.

Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.

Autumn commencing, full time

Year 1

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 2

Autumn session

Spring commencing, full time

Year 1

Spring session

Year 2

Autumn session

Spring session

Autumn commencing, part time

Year 1

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 2

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 3

Autumn session

Spring session

Spring commencing, part time

Year 1

Spring session

Year 2

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 3

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 4

Autumn session

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

Professional Experience Requirement: At least two years full time, or equivalent, relevant managerial work experience.

The managerial or supervisory work experience must be demonstrated through a C.V. and a Statement of Service, confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation.

All applicants who do not meet the professional experience requirement may still be considered for the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300).

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.