Master of Human Resource Management
Course code L75
This course develops excellence in people management, to enhance the ability of leaders and managers to make meaningful contributions to organisational success.
It provides students with the ability to respond to people management challenges within contemporary organisations, and develop skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving. This coursework degree will ensure graduates are business-driven HR professionals, with expertise in people management.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
L75
Admissions
Fees
Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $23,600
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online | FT PT | FT PT |
See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
L75
CRICOS code
079123C
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $28,750
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT | FT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online | FT PT | FT PT |
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree in a discipline other than Human Resource Management, or an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, with equivalents considered. Alternatively applicants can apply with equivalent prior learning, including at least five years appropriate professional experience.
Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| FBL5010 | Managing People and Organisations | 20 |
| MAN5730 | HRM Fundamentals | 20 |
| Plus one unit from: | ||
| FBL5020 ^ | Marketing Leadership | 20 |
| FBL5030 ^ | Fundamentals of Value Creation in Business | 20 |
| MAN5901 ^ | Information Systems Challenges in Management | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| MAN6702 | Attracting and Retaining People | 20 |
| MAN6704 | Managing and Rewarding Employee Performance | 20 |
| MAN6708 | Managing Employment Relations | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| MAN6706 | Developing Individuals, Leaders and Organisations | 20 |
| OHS6205 | Health, Safety and Workplace Environment | 20 |
| Plus 1 unit from: | ||
| BUS6900 ^ | Management Practicum | 20 |
| MAN6925 ^ | Project Management | 20 |
| MBA6090 ^ | Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Creativity | 20 |
| MBA6150 ^ | Working Across Cultures | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| MAN6712 | Connecting Strategy and HRM | 20 |
| MAN6714 | Current Issues in Human Resource Management | 20 |
| MAN6720 | Managing Change | 20 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
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Some units may be delivered in an intensive (weekend) mode.
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Students will develop a broad range of work related skills in a public, private or not-for-profit organisation at a management level.
Attendance requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 100 hours in an approved work environment. Host organisations may require students to attend work after hours and on the weekends.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Students must participate in an induction on the requirements and procedures for completing work placement including documentation and risk management.
Professional practice rules
Students must participate in an induction on the requirements and procedures for completing work placement including documentation and risk management.
Professional Recognition
Accredited by: Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
All graduates of the Masters qualification who meet the requisite work experience requirements will be 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, CPHR.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $23,600 *
* Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $28,750 *
* International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
Potential career opportunities exist for graduates in the fields of human resource management, employment relations, recruitment, talent management, organisational development and more.
Possible future job titles
Human Resource Manager, Human Resource Director, Employment Relations Manager, Workplace Relations Manager, Recruitment Consultant, Talent Manager, HR Officer, Talent Acquisition Health and Safety Coordinator, Director of People and Culture
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Students interested in completing a PhD in Human Resource Management should consider the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated).
Quick guide to uni-speak
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points – that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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