HRM Roles in Australia
With organisations continuing to grapple with the new hybrid workplace, the role of human resource management (HRM) has never been more certain. Business leaders are
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Great Human Resource Management (HRM) professionals know that focussing on the ‘Human’ in Human Resources means what’s good for people is good for business.
With workplaces changing faster than ever before, there is a growing demand for HRM leaders who can respond to future trends in people and culture.
Prepare for the changing world of HRM with ECU’s Accelerated Online Master of Human Resource Management, which has been accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). Learn to align business and people strategies, champion positive workplace culture and empower people to achieve their best.
Course code: T39
*Duration depends on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Enrolment Advisor for advice.
Workforces and workplaces are changing faster than ever before.
What people want from work and life, and what businesses need to succeed, is a fine balance.
From freedom and connection, to diversity and inclusion, health and wellbeing to purpose and progression, great HR leaders know that focussing on the “human” in Human Resources means what’s good for people is good for business.
Prepare for the changing world of work with the ECU Online Master of Human Resource Management and learn to align business and people strategies, champion positive workplace cultures and empower people to achieve their best.
The Business disciplines at ECU are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, which is synonymous with excellence in business education. Less than 6 per cent of the world’s schools offering business degree programs hold accreditation with AACSB International.
ECU's Accelerated Online Master of Human Resource Management is for current and aspiring HRM professionals.
If you want to be an expert in HRM, the Master of Human Resource Management will allow you to become a professional with a holistic, person-centred approach to workplace success. Develop and build on the fundamental skills and core capabilities you need in this field. You will also build your leadership capacity and learn to align the goals of employees and management with overall business strategy.
If you are an HRM professional with a relevant degree (see Entry Requirements) you can Fast-Track your degree and complete your Master of Human Resource Management in only nine units. Reach your professional goals sooner and be prepared for future trends in people and culture with ECU Online.
Strengthen your understanding of key concepts related to managing people and empowering them to achieve their best at work.
Build your leadership capacity, develop your change management skills, strengthen your understanding of contemporary issues in HRM and be prepared for the future of work.
Learn how to acquire and retain talent in high-performing work environments, develop people analytics skills and align the goals of employees and management with overall business strategy.
Become an HRM professional with a holistic, person-centred approach to workplace success and an understanding of the role of mental wellness and inclusion in the success of a business.
Upon successfully completing the Master of Human Resource Management, you will have the skills and knowledge to succeed in a number of roles including:
Working in a senior position in human resource management consists of many diverse responsibilities, which can include executive leadership, developing and implementing business strategies, managing staff performance and cultivating workplace culture. According to Seek, the average yearly salary of a Human Resources Director in Australia is $200,000+.
The Master of Human Resource Management consists of twelve units which includes one elective unit.
Eligible students can fast-track their master degree and complete only nine units (see Entry Requirements).
To gain entry to the Master of Human Resource Management, applicants must:
Eligible students can fast-track their Master of Human Resource Management and complete their degree in only nine units. To gain entry to the fast-tracked master degree, applicants must:
If you would like more information, contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors on 1300 707 760 or request a call-back.
Dr Esmé Franken is a Course Coordinator for Human Resource Management and a Lecturer in the School of Business and Law. She has recently completed a PhD in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
Esmé is interested in how both managers and employees can develop to their full potential in organisations. Her research uses both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and centers on leadership and employee development.
Not only will you be supported by our academic staff with feedback and answers to your academic questions, but you will also receive dedicated one-on-one support for all non-academic queries from your Student Success Advisor. They are available via phone or email to provide motivation and guidance, supporting you while you achieve your study goals.
Assessments vary from unit to unit. Please check with your Course Coordinator or Student Success Advisor about each unit's assessment requirements. Assessments may include case studies, reviews, reports, portfolios, applied projects and presentations. We do not hold exams for accelerated online programs.
The cost of our Master of Human Resource Management is $52,080* for all 12 units.
The Master of Human Resource Management (Fast-Track) costs $39,060* for nine units.
To assist with some or all of your tuition fees, FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. This government-supported loan scheme is designed to help eligible full-fee paying students pay their postgraduate tuition fees.
To find out if you are eligible for FEE-HELP, you can contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors on 1300 707 760.
*2023 student fees are shown and are subject to change.
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This course will give you the skills you need to succeed in a variety of roles. Depending on your prior experience, you will be able to apply for roles such as HR representative, HR coordinator, HR manager, workplace relations manager, training and development manager and more.
You can learn more about the pathways to becoming a human resources manager on our blog.
According to Talent, entry level positions in human resource management start at $83,356 per year while more experienced workers make up to $129,833. According to Seek, the average yearly salary of a Human Resources Director in Australia is $200,000+.
You can find more information about HR manager salaries on our blog.
The Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management will give you an understanding of the fundamentals of human resource management and is a comprehensive foundation for a career in HRM. The Master of Human Resource Management will allow you to build on your foundational skills, gain advanced knowledge, develop your leadership capacity and become a professional with a holistic, person-centred approach to workplace success.
No, this course is offered 100% online and has no practical or in-person requirements.
No, this course does not include any mandatory online classes. This course is designed to be flexible so you can tailor your studies to fit your schedule. Any live classes will be recorded for you to watch at a time that suits you.
Yes, the Master of Human Resource Management has been accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
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