Master of Human Resource Management

The University of Newcastle

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 and how to strategically manage a workforce, while learning to deal effectively with workplace conflict and other organisational challenges.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. At the completion of your Master of Human Resource Management, you will be positioned as a leader in the field and will have the credentials to show you have the distinct HR competencies that many companies need. You will be able to apply relevant, rigorous human resource management and employee relations theory to a variety of workforce situations. You will be ready to develop and implement evidence-based strategies to address complex individual, group and organisational challenges.

College of Human and Social Futures

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