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Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations

University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia

About this program

The University of Western Australia's Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations degree. The Master of Human Resources and Employment Relations explores how effective people management contributes towards organisational effectiveness, asking questions such as: How do we find the right employees?. How do we keep them?. How do we motivate employees to maximise their performance?. How do we assess employee performance?. In addition, the course examines the organisation of work, management of employees, role of unions, development of cooperation and negotiation, and ways in which conflict can emerge and be managed. In particular, the course focuses on developing critical problem-solving tools to develop innovative and realistic solutions to real-world problems. Graduates will be able to confidently apply advanced theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to solve people management problems in a range of industry contexts.

Cost & duration

Duration2 yr
Tuition (international)A$51,400
Application feeA$100

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (W6)
PTE64 overall

Verified uwa.edu.au

Course structure

1 term of coursework

  • Core: EMPL5450 Sustainability and Employment Relations, EMPL5501 Strategic Workplace Relations, EMPL5511 Employment Relations in a Global Context, EMPL5514 Negotiation and Dispute Resolution, EMPL5555 Employee Relations Law, HRMT5501 Diversity and Inclusion, HRMT5502 People Analytics, HRMT5518 Strategic Human Resource Management, HRMT5530 Career Development and Employability Option - Group A: MGMT5506 Ethics and Sustainability Management, MGMT5511 Introduction to Global Business, MGMT5660 Applied Project Management, PSYC5514 Assessment and Selection, PSYC5515 Organisational Development and Change, PSYC5556 Work Design Option - Group B: SVLG5001 McCusker Centre for Citizenship Internship, SVLG5003 Wicked Problems, WILG5001 Work Integrated Learning Internship Program

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Accountant (General)ANZSCO 221111

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs an accredited accounting degree and a positive assessment from CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or the IPA.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Taxation AccountantANZSCO 221113

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Management AccountantANZSCO 221112

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

External AuditorANZSCO 221213

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Internal AuditorANZSCO 221214

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Company SecretaryANZSCO 221211

STSOLCSOL

On STSOL and CSOL, supporting the 190, 491, and the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.

Assessed by VETASSESS

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have- (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either: (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent; or (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources and Employment Relations or Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.

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