Postgraduate
Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations
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Career Pathways
Graduates may be employed in a range of industries globally. Opportunities include:
- HR Manager
- HR Director
- Recruitment Manager
- Talent Manager
- Director of People and Culture
- Training and Development
- Contract Development
- Expatriate Administration
- HR Policy Review
- HR Consultant
Further Study
Master of Business Psychology
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Domestic Student Fees
For Full-Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL).
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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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Fees are subject to annual indexation.
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.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below
Admission Requirements
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources and Employment Relations or Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
Ranking and Selection Process
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.
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Course details
Postgraduate study in Human Resources and Employment Relations will provide you with a thorough theoretical and practical grounding in the management of people and employment in Australia and overseas, focusing on refining critical problem-solving tools to develop innovative and realistic solutions.
This course is suitable for professionals working in the human resources and employment relations area who wish to extend and deepen their knowledge, and also for those wishing to move into the field.
About the course
- How do we find the right employees?
- How do we keep them?
- How do we motivate employees to maximise their performance?
- How do we assess employee performance?
In addition, the course examines the organisation of work, management of employees, role of unions, development of cooperation and negotiation, and ways in which conflict can emerge and be managed. In particular, the course focuses on developing critical problem-solving tools to develop innovative and realistic solutions to real-world problems.
Graduates will be able to confidently apply advanced theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to solve people management problems in a range of industry contexts.
Who should do this course?
This course is ideal for:
- Senior management or professionals working in the human resources and employment relations area who wish to extend and deepen their knowledge.
- Recent business or commerce graduates who have specialised in management or human resources, and who desire additional capabilities in the relevant field.
- Those wishing to move into the field from another industry.
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- The estimated time commitment is 12 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
- Postgraduate
- 41660
- 083269F
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.
Why study this course?
This course provides students with a unique opportunity due to:
- Its integration of research and theory with practical application in a range of government, industry and not-for-profit organisations.
- A diverse team of teaching staff who bring together practical experience in a variety of employment contexts, as well as internationally recognised research.
- A suite of practical work-based learning activities that include industry placements and research projects.
Monika Antoszewska
Monika Antoszewska
My degree
There are a lot of complex challenges involved in these areas. Human Resource Management blends this with more of a focus on people and this is something that I’m really passionate about.
My favourite part was the challenging group projects which required the creation of strategies to solve real world problems, consulting for real clients, or conducting research projects around real problems faced by businesses. These projects were insightful, challenging, and gave many opportunities for building practical skills I can use in the workplace.
Why UWA?
UWA always appealed to me. I loved the campus from the moment I set foot there, and appreciate the flexibility in the course structure. For example, this flexibility has allowed me to add a second major to my bachelors, swap out Master's units to better suit my interests, and even complete a Practicum placement and gain academic credit for it. It has led to a well-rounded learning experience.
I have received three unit prizes throughout my time at UWA; The Industrial Relations Society of WA Prize 2015 for the top mark in Australian Employment Relations, The Gerard Daniel Prize for Strategic Human Resource Management 2018, and the Perron Prize for Ethics and Sustainability Management in 2018. I was also awarded the honour of speaking as the student representative at the UWA Business School Awards Ceremony.
Campus experience
I love the vibrant student culture – there is always something going on every week from a multitude of different clubs and societies. There is room for social aspects and having fun, as well as many professional opportunities to network and learn more about different industries. I think UWA has an excellent balance.
I was involved in the inaugural UWA Student Ambassador Leadership Development Program in 2018. This involved working as an ambassador for the university, and going out and speaking to high school students about the UWA experience, conducting tours of campus and volunteering at career events. This was really meaningful as sometimes the conversation wasn’t about which university the students should go to, but whether they are going to university at all.
The main club I have been involved in is 180 Degrees Consulting WA (180DC). 180DC is a student-run consulting club where we work for not-for-profit organisations. We engage in semester long projects for our clients around a set of key challenges faced by the client, and present deliverables. This is an incredible opportunity to not only gain real work experience in a professional environment, but also have the chance to make a social impact.
What's next?
I have just completed my main goal which was to finish my Master's degree. I have been offered a position as a Management Consultant in the Human Capital Team at Deloitte. My next career goals involve improving my consulting experience and skills and learning as much as possible during my graduate program.
Hands-on experience
Many of our units require students to undertake industry-based projects working with leading organisations including government, business, trade unions and not-for-profits.
Our set of work-based learning options provide opportunities for students to undertake industry-based internships. Currently, we have students exploring generalist HR and specialist roles such as learning and development, workforce planning, employment relations and organisation development, in a range of sectors including accountancy firms, banks, resources companies, health care, emergency services and law.
Students also have access to mentoring opportunities from within the Business School’s wide ranging industry and alumni community.
AHRI Accredited Course
The Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute.
Graduates who meet the requisite work experience requirements are eligible for direct entry into the Unit 4 Capstone: Applied Project in Organisational Capability of the AHRI Practising Certification (APC) Program. Completion of the capstone project will award AHRI certification, CAHRI-CP.
Accreditation
The Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute.
Graduates who meet the requisite work experience requirements are eligible for direct entry into the Unit 4 Capstone: Applied Project in Organisational Capability of the AHRI Practising Certification (APC) Program. Completion of the capstone project will award AHRI certification, CAHRI-CP.
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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.
Flexibility
We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.