You will learn about and be prepared to perform the key functions of the human resource management (HRM) role, for example, recruitment, selection, training and development, performance and compensation management, in a context of dynamic workplaces, evolving workforce expectations, and shifting national and international government priorities.

You will also be equipped with ways to understand the strategic contributions people and their effective management can make to organisational performance. You will explore and critique real-world cases and authentic projects; develop strategic policies for organisations; analyse, diagnose and provide recommendations for implementing organisational change that maximise the impact people make to organisations. During your studies you will also have the opportunity to complete an internship.

If you’re interested in helping others reach their full potential and want to contribute to the development of work that is satisfying and fulfilling while maximising organisational performance, then you’re on track for a career in human resource management.

Real-world learning

You will be guided by our real world academic staff who undertake cutting edge research and work with industry. You will have opportunities to learn about contemporary human resource management issues and global and local challenges from industry personnel. You will develop an enlightened way of thinking about how all organisations engage individuals working within those organisations through the process of working with industry partners in an authentic way.

Throughout your study of human resource management you will be equipped with technology augmented knowledge and learning. You will develop critical thinking skills and technical capabilities for delivering organisational performance through people in the real world.

You will integrate theoretical knowledge and industry practice to play an integral role in aligning human resource capabilities with organisational needs. You will experience an authentic approach to assessment, where you are provided with spaces and opportunities to integrate and apply the content knowledge of various human resource functions, and evidence-based practice, to a broad range of real-world issues and environments.

The program is built around the key functions of human resource management and the value effective and efficient management of human resources (people) brings to organisations. Incorporated into the study area are strategy, human resource analytics, technology, change management and work-integrated-learning units. You will also develop personal, interpersonal and group working skills as a way to apply the knowledge base you’ve gained throughout your studies in professional settings.

Your degree will position you for a career which involves designing, delivering and evaluating the value people make to the performance of all organisations in the digital age. You will be ready for a career leading the people dimensions of organisations, both strategically and operationally.

Graduates hold positions as:

• human resource business partner/manager/officer
• human capital specialist
• human resource analyst
• performance coach
• recruitment consultant
• training and development adviser
• workforce planner.

This field of study will also broaden the knowledge base and enhance the career prospects of general managers and other business professionals.