C04260v3 Master of Human Resource Management (Extension)
Award(s): Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM)CRICOS code: 077380B
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 96
Course EFTSL: 2
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Pathway course
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
The Master of Human Resource Management (Extension) provides students with the in-depth knowledge and skills necessary to contribute at a senior level to their organisation's human resources and people management functions.
The course is designed primarily for individuals who are currently employed or show the potential for employment, at senior policy-making levels in the fields of human resource management, employment/industrial relations, diversity and inclusion and change management.
The core subjects provide foundational HRM knowledge as well as enhancing students' academic literacy skills and knowledge of the business practice. The additional elective subject choices provide an opportunity to specialise more deeply in the human resource management discipline and to further enhance students' skills, professional practice, specialist knowledge and capabilities.
Course aims
The course aims to provide leading-edge conceptual and practical understandings of human resource management in complex and unfamiliar workplace situations in order to facilitate management decision-making and ensure business literacy and career guidance.
Career options
Career options include positions in change management and general management, human resources, organisational training and development, employment/industrial relations and in diversity and inclusion.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.1 | Synthesize advanced knowledge of complex human resource concepts, practices and policies including Indigenous perspectives, to inform and to facilitate effective decision I local and international organisational contexts |
| 2.1 | Apply critical thinking skills to develop creative solutions that respond to local, Indigenous and professional needs, and advanced analysis of intersecting contemporary challenges in managing human resources |
| 3.1 | Construct, develop and employ multi-media communications that utilise emotional intelligence to shape interactions with internal and external stakeholders |
| 3.2 | Interact with colleagues and stakeholders to work effectively in teams and deliver agreed project outcomes |
| 4.1 | Critically evaluate and apply principles of law, ethics, sustainability, social justice and indigenous values as human resource practitioners |
| 5.1 | Apply advanced professional knowledge and technical skills within dynamic human resource management contexts |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Pathway course
Students who do not meet the requirements to gain entry into the Master of Human Resource Management may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (C11198) or the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300). Satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Certificate allows students to articulate into the Master of Human Resource Management (Extension).
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be granted a maximum of eight subject exemptions, of which four core subjects may be approved from prior undergraduate study. For more information about the application process, see How to Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.
Course duration and attendance
The course may be completed in two years of full-time or four years of part-time study.
Course structure
Students must complete a total of 96 credit points made up of 17 subjects, comprising twelve core subjects (60 credit points), four electives subjects (24 credit points), and either Industry Research Project or Internship Experience (12 credit points).
Course completion requirements
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21854 Problem Solving, Creativity and Solution Setting | 6cp | |
| 21856 Career and Portfolio Planning | 6cp | |
| 21883 Diversity and Inclusion | 3cp | |
| 21884 Managing Change | 3cp | |
| 21885 HRM Project: People | 6cp | |
| 21720 Human Resource Management | 6cp | |
| 21887 People Analytics | 3cp | |
| 21888 Future of Work | 3cp | |
| 21889 HRM Project: Future | 6cp | |
| 21702 Industrial Relations | 6cp | |
| 79034 Employment and Industrial Law | 6cp | |
| STM91383 Management Capstone stream | 12cp | |
| CBK91832 Electives | 24cp | |
| Total | 96cp |
Course program
A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration.
Not all subjects are offered every session.
Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.
| Autumn commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21854 Problem Solving, Creativity and Solution Setting | 6cp | |
| 21720 Human Resource Management | 6cp | |
| 21883 Diversity and Inclusion | 3cp | |
| 21884 Managing Change | 3cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21702 Industrial Relations | 6cp | |
| 21887 People Analytics | 3cp | |
| 21888 Future of Work | 3cp | |
| 21889 HRM Project: Future | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21885 HRM Project: People | 6cp | |
| 21856 Career and Portfolio Planning | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points of options | 12cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 79034 Employment and Industrial Law | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 21890 Industry Research Project | 12cp | |
| 26799 Internship Experience | 12cp | |
| Spring commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| 21900 Business Literacies and the Future | 6cp | |
| 21854 Problem Solving, Creativity and Solution Setting | 6cp | |
| 21702 Industrial Relations | 6cp | |
| 21887 People Analytics | 3cp | |
| 21888 Future of Work | 3cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21720 Human Resource Management | 6cp | |
| 21883 Diversity and Inclusion | 3cp | |
| 21884 Managing Change | 3cp | |
| 21885 HRM Project: People | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 21889 HRM Project: Future | 6cp | |
| 79034 Employment and Industrial Law | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points of options | 12cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21856 Career and Portfolio Planning | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 21890 Industry Research Project | 12cp | |
| 26799 Internship Experience | 12cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (C11198), the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (C07113), and the Master of Human Resource Management (Extension).
Professional recognition
Students completing this degree are eligible to apply to the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) for the Professional Member (MAHRI) status and/or advancement to a higher level of membership for those who have appropriate work experience.
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Business School on:
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
email business@uts.edu.au
Business (Postgraduate)