Undergraduate

Human Resource Management

A major in Human Resource Management provides you with thorough theoretical and practical grounding in the management of people and employment in Australia and overseas.
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Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

The Human Resource Management major prepares you for a career in human resources in the public sector and private organisations. It also complements other studies and careers in management.
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Career Pathways

The Human Resource Management major prepares you for a career in human resources in the public sector and private organisations. It also complements other studies and careers in management.

Further Study

Students can pursue further studies at honours level or undertake a specialist master’s degree such as the Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations. They can also choose to complete a generalist master’s degree such as the Master of Commerce or (after appropriate work experience) the Master of Business Administration.
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Further Study

Students can pursue further studies at honours level or undertake a specialist master’s degree such as the Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations. They can also choose to complete a generalist master’s degree such as the Master of Commerce or (after appropriate work experience) the Master of Business Administration.
Postgraduate study at UWA

Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations

Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations

Discover how to find the right employees, keep them, and motivate them to perform better.

Fees and scholarships

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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below. 

Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.

Admission requirements

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

How to apply

Apply through TISC

  1. Log in to the TISC website
    If you’re a Year 12 student studying a WACE course at a WA high school or a pathway program, you are already automatically registered with TISC.
  2. Select your preferences
    You can choose up to six preferences when you apply through TISC. You should list your preferences in order from your most desired course onwards; this way you’ll have plenty of options to get into UWA.
  3. Lodging your application
    You’re almost there! After answering a few questions, you’ll need to make a declaration about your application.
  4. Application processing fee
    Your TISC application is lodged once you’ve completed the payment. For more information on fees and payments, visit the TISC website.
     

Course details

This major brings together studies in management and psychology as you learn to develop a strategic approach to recruiting, training and developing an organisation's most important asset – its people. The Human Resource Management major explores how the proper management of employees contributes towards organisational effectiveness.

About the course

Managing people is a valuable skill required by all managers in all industries. By studying Human Resource Management, you’ll explore how the proper management of employees contributes to strategic staffing and organisational effectiveness.

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About the course

You’ll study topics such as organisational behaviour, employment relations systems and processes, human resource planning, recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, occupational health and safety, work organisation, negotiation and conflict resolution – all of which give you valuable skills as an employee in any industry.

By combining studies in management and psychology, you’ll learn to develop a strategic approach to recruiting, training and developing an organisation’s most important asset: its people.

Human Resource Management

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-HRSMT
CRICOS code
  • 003006C
  • 068916E
  • 106082A
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Human Resource Management

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
  • Albany (Regional campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-HRSMT
CRICOS code
  • 003006C
  • 068916E
  • 106082A
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BCom); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Commerce Integrated Professional

Danika Biswas

Danika Biswas
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Danika Biswas

Danika Biswas

I decided to study Human Resource Management as it combines managing a large number of people with the opportunity to help people. It incorporates elements of psychology and human behaviour in the workplace. 

The lecturers and tutors at UWA provide an exceptional learning experience while supporting student needs. The course content has given me the confidence to begin my career.

UWA provides outstanding opportunities to network through the many clubs it offers. It also continuously gives students a chance to gain practical experience in their chosen field of study through internships. 

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Why study this course

  • Engage with a wide range of experienced diverse lecturers who bring both practical and research experience to their teaching
  • Interact with real-world problems through course content and regular contact with industry practitioners
  • Participate in a work-based learning experience
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Why study this course

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Course Structure

Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.

Popular combinations

Management Management Marketing Marketing Work and Employment Relations Work and Employment Relations

Popular Combinations

Management

Management is the backbone of any organisation, providing organisational, operational, staffing and resourcing expertise that can be applied anywhere, anytime.

Marketing

Discover the real world of marketing that lies behind advertising jingles. Marketing has a central role in understanding what different types of people in different places across the globe want. This major provides you with the knowledge, experience, and skills to become a dynamic marketer in an ever-changing world.

Work and Employment Relations

Blend politics, law, sociology, economics, history, and more as you investigate and challenge the policies and institutions designed to help both employers and employees get the most out of their relationship.

Business Law

Law is a fundamental business discipline. Its study allows you to develop a wider perspective on both the business and regulatory landscape and specialised expertise that will not only enrich your business career but can also lay the foundations for successful postgraduate studies in law.

Accounting

Speak the language of business as you learn to summarise, analyse and interpret financial information for shareholders, managers and other stakeholders.

Finance

Finance is the lifeblood of the economy – in finance you will learn how money and projects come together.

Political Science and International Relations

Political Science and International Relations provides an understanding of governments and political systems in Australia and internationally.
Course structure details Other combinations

Apply learning in real‑world contexts

Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.

  • COMM3002 Media Production Project: Students undertake supervised, collaborative, studio-based work, creating a project to be delivered at a public showcase and ultimately become part of their portfolio
  • COMM3003: Designing Interactive Media: Students are tasked to design a play experience, generally a board game, to a professional standard
  • Students are strongly encouraged to take WILG2201 – which encompasses a professional placement in a workplace for university credit

Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.

Apply learning in real‑world contexts

Why take a second major

  • Expand your skills - Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like music or languages will show you have developed skills such as, teamwork, creativity, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
  • Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.
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Why take a second major

  • Expand your skills - Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like music or languages will show you have developed skills such as, teamwork, creativity, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
  • Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.
  • Study your passion alongside your interests – Do you love History? English? Archaeology? Pursue a career while studying something else you love! Your second major can be from any other School across the university.
  • No additional time – Choosing two majors instead of one won’t add any additional time to your undergraduate degree. A standard bachelor degree consists of the same amount of units either way.
  • Discover what you want to do while you’re doing it – Not sure what career you want when you graduate? It’s very common for undergraduate students to be unsure. Choosing two majors in different areas will give you the opportunity to explore multiple interests and see what fits best. Majors can be switched until the end of your first year without adding any time onto your degree.

Check out the popular combinations for this major to get some inspiration on complementary areas to study.

Richer student experiences

Student Exchange & Study Abroad

University of Leeds

University of Vermont

Uppsala University
Study abroad options

Student Exchange & Study Abroad

University of Leeds

The University continues to appear in the top 100 of the QS world rankings. Leeds is a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities as well as the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN), which comprises 16 research-intensive institutions spanning six continents. In the 2015 National Student Survey, 90 per cent of Leeds students said they were either satisfied or very satisfied with the overall quality of their course.

Leeds, United Kingdom
Europe

"Studying abroad has become one of the most amazing experiences of my life. In the beginning it was tough, but once I found my feet, everything fell in to place and I enjoyed the best consecutive six months of my life. I have made amazing friends from all walks of life and found my passion for medieval history and found many skills I possess that I had never known about. I grew up as an individual and came to realise how capable I was to fulfil many tasks and face situations." Abby Donkin, Bachelor of Arts, 2013
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University of Vermont

UVM thinks big and inspires others to do the same. Its academic program combines faculty-student relationships most commonly found in a small liberal arts college with the resources of a major research institution. The university is home to 10,267 undergraduates and 1462 graduate students. Located in Burlington, Vermont, UVM's setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and the Green mountain ranges, gives a perspective of all that's possible.

Burlington, United States
North America

"Words can't explain how amazing exchange was. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It was extremely rewarding meeting so many new people who will be friends for life. Burlington is very picturesque and laidback. It is a great college town. Only having to pass made it a lot easier to travel and experience college life. If Vermont isn't your first choice, I recommend it because it was a truly incredible experience. " Ellen Buckley,Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting and Finance, 2016
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Uppsala University

Uppsala University is the oldest university in Sweden, founded in 1477. It has 45,000 students, and world-class research and high-quality education are pursued to benefit society and business on a global level. The university is characterised by diversity and breadth, with international frontline research at nine faculties.

Uppsala, Sweden
Europe

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Your degree options

This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.

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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

You'll learn to

  • identify and analyse concepts and techniques
  • explain the importance, purpose and objectives of HR
  • gain an awareness of the internal and external factors that influence HR
  • apply learning about HR concepts to practical contexts and issues
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

You'll learn to

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Accreditation

      

The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and is a Communicating Signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). 

EQUIS and AACSB are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.

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