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Master of Human Resource Management 

The Master of Human Resource Management allows aspiring managers with a special interest in the ‘people side’ of organisations to acquire professional skills and knowledge in this area.

Eligibility

Successful applicants will have an undergraduate qualification, substantial experience or have completed the Graduate Certificate in Business. See Master of Human Resource Management for complete entry requirements and more information.

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management 

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management is designed for those who are seeking to progress their career in Human Resources, or those currently working in the industry who wish to gain a relevant postgraduate qualification to update their skills and knowledge.

Eligibility

A recognised degree, or a tertiary academic qualification with duration of at least 3 years’ full-time equivalent plus 3 years’ full-time equivalent professional work experience.

The Faculty will consider applicants with other tertiary qualifications, or those with at least 5 years of relevant full-time professional work experience.

Master of Human Resource Management

The Master of Human Resource Management can be taken over 1.5 years full-time (3 subjects per trimester). You can also choose to study part-time and work at your own pace. Students who are working full-time often study part-time, choosing to complete one to two subjects per trimester, taking two to four years to complete the full degree.

Credit for prior learning

Students are encouraged to apply for credit at the time of application using formal credit arrangements based on previous studies or experience. 

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management 

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management can be taken over 2 trimesters (6 months) full-time, or part-time equivalent. If you study part-time you choose to complete one to two subjects per trimester, taking 1-1.5 years to complete the full course.

Master of Human Resources Management

The Master of Human Resources Management requires the successful completion of 12 subjects (72 credit points).

Foundation subjects include (6 credit points each):

• Accounting and Financial Management
• Principles of Marketing Management
• Organisational Behaviour and Management
• Operations Management

Core subjects include:

Elective subjects:

Students complete 12 credit points of 900 level elective subjects from subjects offered from the Sydney Business School within the Faculty of Business and Law.

View the Course Handbook for the complete course structure and learning outcomes.

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management requires the successful completion of 4 subjects (24 credit points).

Core subjects (6 credit points each) include:

• Organisational Behaviour and Management
• Human Resources Development
• Performance Management
• Job Analysis, Recruitment and Selection

View the Course Handbook for the complete course structure and learning outcomes.

Intakes date by trimester

*Total indicative course tuition fees shown is for a Commonwealth Supported place. These fees are based on normal course length and progression and are subject to change from year to year. For up to date information on course structure and fees, refer to the UOW Course Handbook.

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are University places where, for eligible domestic students, tuition fees are made up of two parts:

• an Australian Government contribution (for some courses, up to three-quarters of the tuition fee is funded by the Australian Government)
• a student contribution (which may be deferred and repaid later via a HECS-HELP loan)

 To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.

UOW Online

The Sydney Business School, UOW integrates online learning into all subjects. However, when your course is offered through UOW Online, 100% of your course will be delivered online, including all tutorials, class discussions and submission of assessments. While classes are often scheduled, this delivery mode allows you to study from anywhere in the world with an internet connection. 

Studying online still means you will be able to connect with our passionate lecturers and teachers and network with your classmates.

On Campus

When you study ‘on campus’ you will attend classes on campus where you will be able to meet your peers and teachers in-person. We offer a range of weekly, evening or weekend classes to suit your lifestyle, and integrate online learning into all subjects so the time spent on campus is spent strengthening your understanding and practising your skills.

Sydney CBD Campus

Our Sydney CBD Campus is located in Circular Quay and overlooks both the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge and is well serviced by buses, trains and ferries. It provides exceptional learning and teaching facilities. Classes are offered via weekly, evening or weekend classes to suit your lifestyle.

Wollongong Campus

Wollongong is Australia’s ninth largest city, situated in the Illawarra Region on the south coast of New South Wales. Our Wollongong campus combines modern teaching and learning set amongst landscaped gardens minutes away from the beach. We have created a campus that includes academic support, accommodation, sports, culture and entertainment – so you can focus on your education in a relaxing environment.

Convenience

You have the choice to study online, at our Sydney CBD Campus in the heart of Circular Quay, or at our Wollongong Campus.

Class times

As well as weekdays, classes are also scheduled in the evenings, on weekends or via block delivery* to enable you to fit study around your other commitments. 

• Evening classes: classes are scheduled after 5:30pm
• Weekend classes: classes are scheduled on Saturdays and in some cases on Sundays
• Block delivery: some of our postgraduate degrees are offered in successive full-day classes allowing you to rapidly cover course material.

*Not all delivery modes are available for every subject. Please check the website for details.

Pathway options

Upon successful completion of a Graduate Certificate, students have the option to enrol in an associated Master’s Degree, with credit for subjects completed in the Graduate Certificate. 

For Business Administration and Business Administration (Executive) courses, students may progress from the Graduate Certificate, to the Graduate Diploma, then to a Master of Business Administration, with credit for subjects completed in both the Graduate Certificate and the Graduate Diploma.

Learn more about articulation agreements.

Sydney Business School, UOW is ranked among the finest institutions in the world for both teaching, student experience and research. We are proud of our:

• Prestigious AACSB Accreditation, which means we are ranked in the top 6% of business schools world-wide (AACSB).
• Tier One rating globally for our Master of Business Administration by UK based CEO Magazine (2023).
• Ranked #1 in Australia for our Executive MBA (CEO Magazine's Global Executive MBA Ranking 2023).
• Top 200 in the world for Accounting & Finance (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).
• 5 star rating for postgraduate Business and Management, for student support and skills development (Good Universities Guide 2023).

Learn more about our Awards and Rankings.

Sydney Business School, UOW students have access to a wealth of free support.

Career support and advice 

Throughout your study and for two years after you graduate, you will have access to a qualified Careers Consultant who specialises in Business. The consultant can help you improve your employability and provide up-to-date information on the Australian job market, additional career programs, jobsearch resources and career expos. 

Professional development

UOW’s Sydney Business School offers a range of free events designed to develop your skills in core business functions delivered by experts in their fields. These events give you the opportunity to network with employers, alumni and students. 

Academic and personal support 

As a student, you’ll have the support you need to succeed. Not only do we offer academic support, but our campuses include personal support such as UOW wellbeing, health, medical and counselling services, peer mentoring, childcare services (Wollongong only) and religious spaces. 

Other services include: 

• Advisors and postgraduate coordinators 
• Learning development support 
• Library 
• Peer academic coaches