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MJRU-HRMGM

Human Resource Management

Undergraduate major

Learn how to help develop the human resource strategies that enable organisations to succeed, and to help staff thrive at work.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Human Resource Management Major
  • Credit

    Credit

    200
Course outline

What can I do with a degree in Human Resource Management

Enjoy strong job growth

Employment for HR Managers in Australia is expected to grow very strongly, with a projected increase of 16.3% by 2026.

labourmarketinsights.gov.au (2024)

Earn a high salary

Full-time HR Managers in Australia earn a median weekly pre-tax salary of $2,445, which is much higher than the national median of $1,593 for all workers.

labourmarketinsights.gov.au (2024)

Make a difference

Advocate for a more inclusive workplace, fostering equal opportunities for all and driving positive change not just within your organisation, but in society as a whole.

Human Resource Management

Outline

Outline

Human resource (HR) management about achieving the best for a business and for its employees’ wellbeing, performance and job satisfaction. It’s a role where you can not only help an organisation meet its business goals, but also help people derive meaning from their work.

In this course, you’ll gain expertise in recruitment and selection, remuneration, performance, training and development, conflict management and HR analytics. You’ll develop skills in emotional intelligence, critical thinking and adaptability.

Our practical learning approach means you’ll work on projects and assessments that mimic real-life scenarios. You’ll also have opportunities to engage with industry through one or more immersive experiences, such as an internship or international study tour.

In the current era of automation there is a rising demand for HR generalists and specialists, with many businesses requiring their expertise in the workplace teaming of humans and machines. In fact, Job Skills Australia’s latest employment projections estimate there’ll be an additional 19,300 jobs created for HR managers by 2026.

As a graduate of this accredited course, you could find work at a local business or multinational enterprise, or for a government or non-government organisation. Wherever you choose to work, you’ll have the confidence and expertise for a successful career in this growing industry. 

 

Parent degrees

You can study this major under the following degrees:

Your choice of parent degree can influence the type of career you might have.

Our Commerce degree also offers additional opportunities to customise your course by offering specialisations as well as majors.

Double degrees

You can study this major as part of the following double degrees:

What jobs can the Human Resource Management course lead to?

  • Employee wellbeing and enablement consultant 
  • HR manager/consultant 
  • Recruitment consultant 
  • Training and development consultant

What jobs can a HR Management double major lead to?

  • Compensation specialist (with Law)
  • Change management specialist (with Psychology)
  • Employment lawyer (with Law)
  • Human–machine team manager (with Psychology)
  • HR manager/consultant (with Management)
  • Industrial relations specialist (with Law)
  • Organisational psychologist (with Psychology)

What you'll learn

  • comprehend the key concepts, theories, and perspectives of human resources management (HRM) and its impact on the economic performance of organisations and societies globally, GC1, GC4
  • apply and evaluate HRM tools and techniques to solve problems and assess outcomes in different contexts and scenarios, such as recruitment, selection, retention, rewards, performance, development, and change management, GC1, GC2
  • analyse and critique the arguments and evidence relating to HRM theory and practice in organisations, and the challenges and issues faced by HR professionals in the workplace of the future, GC1, GC3
  • create and justify a HRM plan for a specific organisation or scenario, using appropriate methods, concepts, and frameworks, GC1, GC2
  • demonstrate the core capabilities that set the standard for effective HR practice in order to address the current and future people management and leadership needs of contemporary organisations, GC3, GC5, GC6

Why study Human Resource Management

Real-world learning

Work with real clients to solve their business challenges, and enjoy the opportunity to engage in international experiences, internships and networking events.

Professionally accredited

This course is accredited by the Australian HR Institute, ensuring you’ll gain the skills required by industry and have access to exlcusive industry benefits and resources.

An elite business school

Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB International and an EFMD Accredited MBA.

Professional recognition

This course is accredited by the Australian HR Institute (AHRI). You may be eligible for membership of AHRI once you graduate.

Josie Thomas

I undertook an internship at AHG working within their HR team. It was a generalist HR role focusing on creating a functional exit survey process and presenting retention strategies from the survey data. A few months after completing my internship, I was invited back part time as a member of their HR team. It has been such a valuable experience enhancing my knowledge in the world of HR, allowing me to gain transferable skills not only to my degree but to my future career.

Josie Thomas
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and charges

Please view the Bachelor of Commerce degree for indicative fees.

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  • Curtin course code: MJRU-HRMGM
  • Last updated on: 10 December 2024

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