Major Undergraduate

Human Resources Management (AHRI Accredited)

Major details for:
Murdoch code
MJ-HRMG
Study mode
Part Time or Full Time
What is a Major?
A major is your primary area of focus within a degree. It determines the core subjects you'll study and the skills you'll master.

Major overview

Specialising in Human Recourses Management will enable you to develop the skills to help create successful, high-performing workplaces.

You’ll learn how to lead and motivate teams, attract and retain talented employees, and understand workplace laws and employment relations. With immersive VR simulations and real industry projects, you’ll gain practical experience and explore the challenges HR professionals face today, and in the future. 

Accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI), this program prepares you to play a key role in any organisation.

3 reasons to study Human Resources Management at Murdoch

  1. Experience real HR scenarios using avatars and virtual reality, including interviews, conflict resolution, and more. We’re proud to be the first university in Australia to use VR in this way.
  2. Work with real organisations on actual projects and take part in internships through our work-integrated learning program, partnering with local governments and businesses.
  3. Collaborate with other business students who are specialising in different areas to solve real business challenges and gain insight into the diverse perspectives found in today’s workplaces.

What you’ll learn

Build your knowledge and skills necessary to meet your study gaols. Here are some of the things you’ll learn.

  • Explore the key ideas behind human resource management and learn how to think critically about them.
  • Discover how to use HR knowledge in real-life situations, like managing teams or solving workplace issues.
  • Learn to assess HR challenges and use evidence to make smart decisions.
  • Build strong communication and teamwork skills and develop the mindset to keep learning throughout your career.
  • Understand how to work with people from different cultures and backgrounds and apply ethical thinking to professional situations.

Your fuTure career

You will graduate with a major in Human Resources Management (AHRI Accredited) which opens the door to employability in areas such as government, private and not-for-profit organisation. Careers may include:

  • Human Resource Coordinator or Officer
  • Training and Development Officer
  • Recruitment Consultant
  • Management Consultant

Professional accreditation

The Bachelor of Business in Human Resources Management (AHRI Accredited) is accredited with  Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) 

Start dates

Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No

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Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No

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Major Structure

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How to Apply

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