Postgraduate Course

Master of Human Resources Management

Are you a human resources professional working towards a more senior role or exploring your options for development? A Master of Human Resources Management is your ticket to enhancing the skills and insights you need to succeed.

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Murdoch code
M1213
Study mode
Full Time or Part Time
Duration
2
Selection rank
CRICOS code
030207C
First year fee (domestic)
$29,400
First year fee (international)
$37,080
Full course fee (domestic)
$58,800
Full course fee (international)
$74,160
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

Across all businesses and industries, the thing that makes an organisation stand out from others are the people behind it.

This coursework masters degree will allow you to plan and manage an organisation’s teams in ways which align with the organisation’s strategic goals and objectives. You’ll explore what makes a productive and sustainable workplace culture as you apply the new technologies and innovative HR solutions you learn.

You’ll boost your HR expertise with new skills in talent management, performance management and people analytics. 

3 reasons to study a Master of Human Resources Management at Murdoch

  1. Use avatars and virtual reality (VR) to prepare you for real life HR experiences such as interviews, conflict resolution and more. We are the first university in Australia to introduce VR in this way.
  2. Take advantage of free workshops and seminars to help you with writing, statistics and analysing data, ethics, how to run surveys and research as a postgraduate student.
  3. Be taught by leading academics who have worked as consultants across many industries including healthcare, IT, aged care, banking, and education. You’ll also learn through industry guest lectures and work on real projects with industry.

Develop your skills

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:

  • Industrial relations and employment law
  • Talent behaviour and management
  • Human capital development
  • People analytics and decision-making

Your future career

You’ll graduate with in-demand management skills, specialising in developing strategies to attract, retain, develop, engage and reward a capable workforce. Depending on your own situation and career aspirations, there are many careers and positions that this course can lead to. Careers could include:

  • Strategic Director
  • HR Director
  • People and Culture Manager
  • HR Projects Director
  • HR Executive

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited with the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).

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Total credit points: 48

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Course Core48 credit points
Required Units24 credit points
MBL501Human Resource Management Law3
MBS535Managing, Evaluating and Developing Human Resources3
MBS538Organisational Behaviour and Management3
MBS555Human Resource Management Perspectives3
MBS568Organisational Change, Management and Consultancy3
MBS603Data, Metrics, Reporting and Analytics3
MBS668Managing Remuneration, Benefits and Motivation3
MBS688Acquisition of Human Resources3
Specified Elective Units24 credit points
EDN541Practical Methods of Instruction3
OR
EDN546Dynamics of Cultural Diversity in the Workplace and the Community3
OR
EDN671Mentoring3
OR
MBL503Dispute Resolution6
OR
MBS520Research Preparation for Business3
OR
MBS521Academic Business Skills for Postgraduates3
OR
MBS539Accounting for Managers3
OR
MBS566Financial Decision-Making Essentials6
OR
MBS589Social Enterprise, Social Innovation And Profit For Purpose3
OR
MBS636International Business Negotiations3
OR
MBS643Industry Project for Business6
OR
MBS651Leading and Managing Nonprofit Organisations3
OR
MBS654Industry Placement for Business6
OR
MBS661Global Business in the Asian Century6
OR
MBS663Leading the Engaged Enterprise6
OR
MBS664Strategies for Growth and Excellence6
OR
MBS673Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management3
OR
MBS684Managing Strategic Risk and Projects6
OR
TLC501Communication Skills for Postgraduate Study3
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Entry requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher and evidence of two years of work experience; or satisfactory preparation for the course through informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the Academic Chair.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship.

Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

  • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Recommended documents (if applicable)

  1. Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
  2. Change of name documentation
  3. Marriage certificate
  4. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

  1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
    • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
    • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
  2. GTE documents (if applicable) - Check the GTE requirements page for further information
    • GTE Form 2
    • Personal Statement (SOP)
    • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
  3. A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

  1. Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
  2. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
  3. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
  4. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
  5. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
  6. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.