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Master of Business (Human Resource Management)

This course has been discontinued - the information is provided for continuing students.

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Overview

This program will be replaced by the Master of Commerce (Human Resource Management) from 2010. Students currently enrolled under this program code and title have the option of either completing the existing degree or transferring to the new degree title.

The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) seeks to provide for the ongoing development of HR practitioners in the areas of organisation behaviour, business strategy and entrepreneurial thinking. Given the current context in which business enterprises operate, all need strategically astute, outcome-focused, innovative and entrepreneurial HR practitioners who can demonstrate business acumen.
The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) forms the third stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:
The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) provides a unique opportunity for students to gain further current, specialised HRM and business knowledge.
DurationOne and a half years full-time or three years part-time.
Campus and intakes  Calendar
Hawthorn -February, July
Study modeFull-time
Part-time (day)
Part-time (evening)
Course codeA196
Fees
In 2009, tuition fees for this program are based on $1900 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice.
The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income-contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.
Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.
For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au

Career opportunities

This course provides an avenue for graduates to gain theoretical and practical skills in human resource management and business practices. As many course participants may already be established in a business career, the key vocational outcomes will arise from better job performance and new opportunities opening up for graduates.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure and units of study.

Course description

This program will be replaced by the Master of Commerce (Human Resource Management) from 2010. Students currently enrolled under this program code and title have the option of either completing the existing degree or transferring to the new degree title.

The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) seeks to provide for the ongoing development of HR practitioners in the areas of organisation behaviour, business strategy and entrepreneurial thinking. Given the current context in which business enterprises operate, all need strategically astute, outcome-focused, innovative and entrepreneurial HR practitioners who can demonstrate business acumen.
The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) forms the third stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:
The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) provides a unique opportunity for students to gain further current, specialised HRM and business knowledge.

Course structure

As a nested program, applicants may enter at Stage 1 (graduate certificate) and progress through to Stage 2 (graduate diploma) and Stage 3 (master). However, progression from Stage 2 to 3 will be dependent on the achievement of a credit average or better across both Stages 1 and 2 of the program. After successful completion of the Stage 3 (master), students may progress to the Master of Business (Human Resource Management) (Honours).
Full-time students take four units of study per semester. Part-time students normally undertake two units of study per semester.
Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.

Units of study

Stage 1 - Graduate Certificate
BOH200 Recruitment and Selection
BOH300 Human Resource Development
BHRM001 Performance and Reward Management
BHRM002 Employee Relations
Stage 2 - Graduate Diploma
HBH520 The HRM as Internal Consultant
HBH522 Managing People Across Cultures
HBH526 HRM in the Business Environment
HBH527 Leadership and Team Dynamics
Stage 3 - Master
Option A Coursework
HBH620 Strategic HRM in the Business Context
HBH621 Organisational Context and Dynamics
HBH623 Business Transformation and the Entrepreneurial HR Manager
HBH625 Knowledge Management
Option B Coursework/ Research
HBH620 Strategic HRM in the Business Context
HBH622 Strategic Workplace Research Proposal
HBH626 Strategic Workplace Research Project
And one of:
HBH621 Organisational Context and Dynamics
HBH623 Business Transformation and the Entrepreneurial HR Manager
HBH625 Knowledge Management
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: aims and objectives, career opportunities and professional recognition.

Aims and objectives

At the completion of the course, graduates can expect to have developed advanced skills and knowledge in analysis, strategy, entrepreneurial thinking, and organisational behaviour.

Career opportunities

This course provides an avenue for graduates to gain theoretical and practical skills in human resource management and business practices. As many course participants may already be established in a business career, the key vocational outcomes will arise from better job performance and new opportunities opening up for graduates.

Professional recognition

Upon successful completion of the master program, students may be eligible to apply for full membership of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
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On this page: entry requirements and credit transfer

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To gain admission to the master program, applicants will be expected to have an approved undergraduate qualification, or for those without a degree, at least five years relevant work experience at an appropriate level of responsibility to enter the graduate certificate program.
 
To gain entry to the graduate diploma with 'advanced standing', applicants should have an approved undergraduate qualification with a major in HRM, or for those without a degree, at least five years relevant HRM experience at an appropriate level of responsibility.

Credit transfer

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. All applications for subject exemptions should be submitted on the appropriate form at the time of enrolment.
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On this page: course fees and find out more.

Course fees

In 2009, tuition fees for this program are based on $1900 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice.
The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income-contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.
Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.
For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au

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