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University of Newcastle

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Master of Human Resource Management

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Human Resource Management teaches students the skills and knowledge to manage people within an organisation to be efficient and effective in their approach to work, which is fundamental to all business activity.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time, 5 years part-time
Course Code
40133, 083520M, 102239F
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Jan, May, Aug
International Fees
$40,830 per year / $61,245 total

About this course

The Master of Human Resource Management teaches students the skills and knowledge to manage people within an organisation to be efficient and effective in their approach to work, which is fundamental to all business activity. This program empowers students to apply their knowledge within complex organisational environments to develop and lead high-performing teams and workforces.

If you're looking to advance your career in human resource management (HRM), employment relations (ER) or consulting, the Master of Human Resource Management is for you. You will develop a deep knowledge of people management skills and concepts and guiding principles for strategically managing your workforce while learning to manage workplace conflict and other challenges.

Study locations

Newcastle City

Online Study

Newcastle - Callaghan

Online

What you will learn

The Master of Human Resource Management is delivered by a highly qualified, award-winning teaching faculty, willing to leverage their strong relationships with state and federal government for the benefit of your student experience; supported by the Professor of Employment Studies.

You will use problem-based learning and other active learning techniques to build skills in research, critical thinking and problem-solving, and develop your confidence and capability to apply your knowledge in the professional environment.

The Master of Human Resource Management comprises of 12 courses (120 units) which includes eight compulsory core courses and four directed elective courses. The core courses have been devised to focus on your advanced learning in the knowledge and practice areas of human resource management, including:

  • human resource management and strategy
  • human resource and organisation development
  • managing people in international contexts
  • employment relations
  • negotiation and conflict resolution

In addition to the theoretical studies you will engage in practical, real-world exercises and assessments, drawn from a range of sectors and industries.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of Newcastle.
83.1%
Overall satisfaction
86.7%
Skill scale
71.3%
Teaching scale
88.2%
Employed full-time
$111.5k
Average salary