Major overview
Help people and organisations thrive with a major in human resources management
3 reasons to study human resources management at Murdoch University
- Study with immersive VR simulations that let you practise real HR scenarios before you graduate.
- Gain industry experience through our Work Integrated Learning program, with opportunities to work on real HR projects or internships with organisations such as RAC Arena, local governments and community enterprises.
- Collaborate on business projects with students from other Bachelor of Business disciplines, building cross-functional teamwork skills that reflect how modern organisations operate.
What you’ll learn
- Understand how organisations attract, recruit and retain talented employees.
- Analyse employee relations, workplace policies and employment practices in modern organisations.
- Apply strategies for managing employee performance, development and workplace wellbeing.
- Develop leadership, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills for managing workplace challenges.
- Examine how HR strategy supports organisational change, culture and long-term business success.
Flexibility was key for me, and Murdoch University's diverse range of study options gave me the perfect fit. I love the blended learning format, and their small class sizes and supportive faculty mean I'm never lost in the crowd. I feel like I can really thrive here.
Jasmin, Business
Your future career in human resources
- Human resources adviser
- Talent acquisition specialist
- Employee relations adviser
- HR business partner
- Learning and development manager
- Workforce planning specialist
- Organisational development consultant
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
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Start dates (Transnational)
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
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Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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