Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) seeks to provide for the ongoing development of HR practitioners in the areas of organisation behaviour, business strategy and entrepreneurial thinking. Given the current context in which business enterprises operate, all need strategically astute, outcome-focused, innovative and entrepreneurial HR practitioners who can demonstrate business acumen. The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) forms the third stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of: Graduate Certificate of Business (Human Resource Management) Graduate Diploma of Business (Human Resource Management) Master of Business (Human Resource Management), and Master of Business (Human Resource Management) (Honours) The Master of Business (Human Resource Management) provides an unique opportunity for students to gain further current, specialised HRM and business knowledge.
Aims & Objectives:
At the completion of the course, graduates can expect to have developed advanced skills and knowledge in analysis, strategy, entrepreneurial thinking, and organisational behaviour.
Course Structure:
As a nested program, applicants may enter at Stage 1 (graduate certificate) and progress through to Stage 2 (graduate diploma) and Stage 3 (master). However, progression from Stage 2 to 3 will be dependent on the achievement of a credit average or better across both Stages 1 and 2 of the program. After successful completion of the Stage 3 (master), students may progress to the Master of Business (Human Resource Management) (Honours). Full-time students take four units of study per semester. Part-time students normally undertake two units of study per semester. Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.
Units of Study:
Stage 1 - Graduate Certificate BOH200 Recruitment and Selection BOH300 Human Resource Development BHRM001 Performance and Reward Management BHRM002 Employee Relations Stage 2 - Graduate Diploma HBH520 The HRM as Internal Consultant HBH522 Managing People across Cultures HBH526 HRM in the Business Environment HBH527 Leadership and Team Dynamics Stage 3 - Master Option A Coursework HBH620 Strategic HRM in the Business Context HBH621 Organisational Context and Dynamics HBH623 Business Transformation and the Entrepreneurial HR Manager HBH625 Knowledge Management Option B Coursework/ Research HBH620 Strategic HRM in the Business Context HBH622 Strategic Workplace Research Proposal HBH626 Strategic Workplace Research Project And one of: HBH621 Organisational Context and Dynamics HBH623 Business Transformation and the Entrepreneurial HR Manager HBH625 Knowledge Management
Career Opportunities:
This course provides an avenue for graduates to gain theoretical and practical skills in human resource management and business practices. As many course participants may already be established in a business career, the key vocational outcomes will arise from better job performance and new opportunities opening up for graduates.
Professional recognition:
Upon successful completion of the master program, students may be eligible to apply for full membership of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
Entry Requirements:
To gain admission to the master program, applicants will be expected to have an approved undergraduate qualification, or for those without a degree, at least five years relevant work experience at an appropriate level of responsibility to enter the graduate certificate program. To gain entry to the graduate diploma with 'advanced standing', applicants should have an approved undergraduate qualification with a major in HRM, or for those without a degree, at least five years relevant HRM experience at an appropriate level of responsibility.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. All applications for subject exemptions should be submitted on the appropriate form at the time of enrolment.
Course Fees:
In 2009, tuition fees for this program are based on $1900 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice. The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income-contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year. Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount. For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Application Procedure:
Applications for mid-year entry will be accepted until Friday 17 July 2009. Applications submission details can be found on the application form and can be downloaded from the website at: www.swinburne.edu.au/hed/postgrad/apply
Information Sessions:
Postgrad City Session Question Everything in the one spot Wednesday 1 July 2009 6.00pm - 8.30pm Melbourne CBD Attend the Swinburne Postgraduate Q&A night in the city to find out more about Mid-year entry for postgrad programs. Register online now www.swinburne.edu.au/citysession
Further information:
Web: Enquire online Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au
