Master of Management (Human Resource Management)

Evolve your knowledge of contemporary management practices and build your understanding of human resources management systems. Develop expertise in core areas such as business ethics and employment law, employee and workforce management, and leadership and strategic thinking. 

1. Develop advanced skills in leadership, strategy and decision making.
2. Learn human resource management strategies, systems and tools to manage people and teams.
3. Benefit from flexible learning arrangements – you can study this degree on campus, 100% online or in mixed mode.
4. Graduate with a qualification accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
5. Gain expert advice from a senior business leader through our Executive Partners Program.
6. Gain real-world experience as part of your studies through an internship, student exchange or mentorship opportunity.
7. UniSA Business is accredited by both AACSB International and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies.

The Master of Management (Human Resource Management) is designed in consultation with our network of industry and professional partners. It is informed by world-class research in management, marketing and business, combining up-to-date theory and the practical application of management models and methods.

With flexible learning arrangements to best suit your individual needs, this degree is delivered face-to-face, 100% online or as a combination of both. There are a range of options available to fast track your learning.

One of only ten in Australia with EQUIS accreditation, UniSA Business is ranked in the top one per cent worldwide¹. EQUIS is the world’s leading international accreditation for business schools, awarded by the quality assurance arm of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).

UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.

¹UniSA Business is one of just 13 institutions in Australia and approximately 200 globally (from over 25,000 universities) to be EQUIS accredited. EFMD, March 2024. 2023 QS Stars Business School Ratings.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Fundamentals of Data Analytics for Business
• Business Ethics
• People, Leadership and Performance
• Strategic Concepts

Plus there’s a selection of electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

To successfully complete the requirements of the Master of Management (Human Resource Management), you must complete nine core courses and three elective courses.

Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.

Indicative total fee $45,000

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

The University of South Australia (UniSA) is ranked as one of the best young universities in the world, and is the number one university in Australia for graduate employability. UniSA offers over 200 world-class degrees that are informed by industry and delivered with a highly practical approach to teaching and learning, and is a valuable partner with Open Universities Australia.

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Applicants are required to have one of the following:

• A completed bachelor degree in a business related discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
• A completed bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or
•  A completed graduate certificate or higher qualification in a business related discipline from a recognised higher education institution.

If you have previous work experience, or have studied before, you could fast-track your studies by reducing the time it takes to complete your degree.