Undergraduate Major

Human Resources Management

Human resources drive organisational success. In this Major, you will explore how people, culture, and strategy shape thriving workplaces. Gain skills to support teams, solve challenges, and lead change, ready to make a meaningful impact across industries.

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MJ-HRMA
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Full Time or Part Time
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Overview

Technology, data, and systems are important, but it is people who shape the future of work. Studying Human Resource Management (HRM) at Murdoch equips you with practical tools and insights to attract, develop, and lead teams in diverse organisational settings.

You will explore key HRM domains including recruitment, performance management, employment law, and organisational behaviour. You will also engage with the future of work through immersive technologies and practical experiences. Murdoch is the first university in Australia to integrate virtual reality (VR) and avatars into undergraduate HRM learning, allowing you to practice interviews, conflict resolution, and other workplace scenarios in a safe, simulated environment.

You will also collaborate with other business students, gaining insights into cross-functional business challenges and teamwork, preparing you for the diverse realities of modern organisations.

3 reasons to study Human Resources Management at Murdoch

1. Immersive Learning with VR & Avatars: Experience real-world HR scenarios through virtual reality simulations, an Australian first in undergraduate HRM education.

2. Industry-Connected Learning: You may have the opportunity to work on live projects with local organisations or undertake internships through Murdoch’s broader Work Integrated Learning (WIL) initiatives. Past students have collaborated with partners such as RAC Arena, local governments, and community enterprises, gaining valuable experience and insights into contemporary HR practice.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work on business projects and challenges alongside students from other business disciplines, gaining practical experience in cross-functional teamwork and diverse workplace perspectives. This interdisciplinary approach reflects the realities of modern organisations and prepares you to contribute effectively in dynamic, team-based environments.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills to succeed in HRM roles across industries. You will explore topics such as:

  • Organisational theory, behaviour and change management
  • Workplace law and employment relations
  • Talent acquisition and recruitment
  • Performance management and reward strategy
  • Business analytics and people data
  • Strategic HRM and leadership

You will graduate with practical experience and a strong foundation in Human Resource Management. Career pathways may include:

  • Human Resource Officer
  • Recruitment Consultant
  • Learning and Development Coordinator
  • Compensation and Benefits Analyst
  • People & Culture Advisor
  • Workforce Planning Analyst
  • Talent Acquisition Lead
  • Human Resource Business Partner

Graduates may find employment opportunities in government, private, and not-for-profit organisations across Australia and internationally.

For more details about this course, please download our information pack.

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Total credit points: 24

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Major24 credit points
Required Units21 credit points
BSL202Employment Law3
BUS123Management in a Global Environment3
BUS226Talent Acquisition3
BUS230Change Management3
BUS293Organisational Theory and Behaviour3
BUS334Business Analytics3
BUS371Talent Management3
Specified Electives3 credit points
BUS332Employment Relations3
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BUS351Employment Relations in Asia3
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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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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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