Master of Management (Human Resource Management)
PostgraduateUSA-HRM-MAS2025
Course information for 2025 intake View information for 2024 course intake
HRM expertise complemented by transferable skills
Mastering contemporary management skills gives you the confidence to lead people and systems. Graduate with the capabilities required to overcome challenges and be a successful HR Manager and decision maker in any business setting.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 12
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Management (Human Resource Management)
About this degree
Evolve your knowledge of contemporary management practices and build your understanding of human resources management systems. Develop expertise in core areas such as business ethics and employment law, employee and workforce management, and leadership and strategic thinking.
- Develop advanced skills in leadership, strategy and decision making.
- Learn human resource management strategies, systems and tools to manage people and teams.
- Benefit from flexible learning arrangements – you can study this degree on campus, 100% online or in mixed mode.
- Graduate with a qualification accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
- Gain expert advice from a senior business leader through our Executive Partners Program.
- Gain real-world experience as part of your studies through an internship, student exchange or mentorship opportunity.
- UniSA Business is accredited by both AACSB International and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies.
The Master of Management (Human Resource Management) is designed in consultation with our network of industry and professional partners. It is informed by world-class research in management, marketing and business, combining up-to-date theory and the practical application of management models and methods.
With flexible learning arrangements to best suit your individual needs, this degree is delivered face-to-face, 100% online or as a combination of both. There are a range of options available to fast track your learning.
One of only ten in Australia with EQUIS accreditation, UniSA Business is ranked in the top one per cent worldwide1. EQUIS is the world’s leading international accreditation for business schools, awarded by the quality assurance arm of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).
UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.
1UniSA Business is one of just 13 institutions in Australia and approximately 200 globally (from over 25,000 universities) to be EQUIS accredited. EFMD, March 2024. 2023 QS Stars Business School Ratings.
Recommended study pattern
As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:
- Fundamentals of Data Analytics for Business
- Business Ethics
- People, Leadership and Performance
- Strategic Concepts
Plus there’s a selection of electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.
Award requirements
To successfully complete the requirements of the Master of Management (Human Resource Management), you must complete nine core courses and three elective courses.
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Indicative first year fee
$30,000
Indicative total fee $45,000
The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
The University of South Australia (UniSA) is ranked as one of the best young universities in the world, and is the number one university in Australia for graduate employability. UniSA offers over 200 world-class degrees that are informed by industry and delivered with a highly practical approach to teaching and learning, and is a valuable partner with Open Universities Australia.
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- QS Ranking 2024:
- 21
- Times Higher Education Ranking 2024:
- 21
How to apply
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Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have one of the following:
- A completed bachelor degree in a business related discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
- A completed bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or
- A completed graduate certificate or higher qualification in a business related discipline from a recognised higher education institution.
If you have previous work experience, or have studied before, you could fast-track your studies by reducing the time it takes to complete your degree.
Career opportunities
A Master of Management (Human Resource Management) from UniSA will give you the broad understanding and specialist skills need to work across a broad range of industries.
You will graduate ready to lead in roles such as:
- Chief HR officer: work with senior management teams; develop and implement workforce policies and practices; create competitive remuneration strategies and performance management frameworks; provide advice on complex industrial relations matters
- Human resources manager: design and implement HR policies, strategies and programs; oversee talent acquisition, performance management, and learning and development activity
- People and culture manager: oversee day to day people and culture activities; manage employee relations; execute employee engagement initiatives
- Training and development manager: analyse development needs to manage the design, delivery and evaluation of training programs
- Work, health and safety manager: develop OHS policies and programs; provide advice on safety-related topics; design risk assessment and enforce preventative measures; manage policy updates based on legislative requirements
- Employment relations manager: Provide representation in industrial and workplace relations matters; lead the development and implementation of industrial relations strategies.
- Change management consultant: develop change frameworks and strategies; plan and execute process improvements; lead transitions through the change process.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
|---|---|---|
Human Resource Managers | Over $120K | Up 85.7% |
Human Resource Professionals | $75K to $93K | Up 24.6% |
Human Resource Advisers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
^ There is no data available