Master of Human Resource Management
100% online
Study load
20-24 hours per week
Units
12
Intakes
Jan, Mar, May, July, Aug, Oct
Shape the future of work within contemporary workplaces
Engage with challenge and implement future-focused organisational change
Rapid change and disruption continue to change the face of the global economy. As an HR professional it’s essential that you’re equipped with the skills and knowledge to adapt people management practices, address sustainability issues, technology, and ethical questions alongside the human element of organisational success.
The Master of Human Resource Management addresses the core functions of HR management and provides you with a forward-focused and evidence-based exploration of HR’s updated role in the new normal and future of work.
This advanced course provides you with the ability to deliver organisational and broader community value with a focus on the future of HRM.
What you will learn
- Contemporary HR
Learn about the future challenges HR professionals will face and develop your own effective and progressive responses
- Change Management
Learn how to address rapid change within modern workplaces to ensure your employees can readily adapt to new circumstances
- Diversity, inclusion and wellbeing
Focus on inclusive and progressive practices that place the wellbeing of its employees at the forefront
Structure
The Master of Human Resource Management comprises twelve units in three parts. Each unit is worth 6 credit points.
Part A. Contemporary Application
These units provide coverage of theories, models and frameworks to apply to contemporary practice of human resource management. They are designed to introduce foundational knowledge of key human resource management activities.
Part B. Advanced Application
The focus of these units is to deepen and extend understanding and practice of contemporary human resource management. They are designed to provide advanced knowledge of complex human resource management challenges and practical approaches to engage with them effectively.
Part C. Professional Application
The focus of these units provide opportunities for students to apply knowledge to their professional practice. The units feature professional development, application of HRM knowledge in practice and opportunities for students to direct their learning to thrive and maintain currency in an uncertain business environment.
Part C. Industry Project
You must complete one or both of the following units.
Electives
You must complete either one or two elective units, depending on whether one or both industry project units listed above were chosen.
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Part A. Contemporary Application
You must complete the following units.
Ethics and legal issues in human resource management
Part B. Advanced Application
You must complete the following units.
Engagement and talent management
Workforce and employment analytics
Part B. Professional Application
You must complete the following unit.
Industry Project
Elective units
You must complete either one or two elective units, depending on whether one or both industry project units listed above were chosen.
Elective units to be chosen from the units offered across the Monash online programs as long as you have the prerequisite and there are no restrictions on enrolling in the units.
Entry Requirements
Entry level 1- 72 points to complete.
Duration: 2 years part-time.
An Australian bachelor degree, or an equivalent qualification, with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60, or an equivalent Grade Point Average, plus two years relevant work experience.
Entry level 2 – 48 points to complete.
Duration: 1.4 years part-time.
A Monash University Graduate Certifi cate of Human Resource Management with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60.
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
Do you qualify?
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Fees
For the Master of Human Resource Management, the estimated cost is $4,125.00 per unit. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
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Human resource management online at Monash
Help shape people’s careers with a future-focused qualification that inspires innovation. The Master of Human Resource Management will equip you with a digital and people-centric skill set that will advance your HR career.
Your fully online course runs across a streamlined six-week teaching period and gives you the opportunity to engage in the learning material and study anywhere in Australia, whether you are inner-city, rural or remote.
Meet your academic team
Associate Professor Jonathan Matheny
Jonathan Matheny is the Director of Program Development for Leadership and Executive Education. He leads the development of new programs and teaches personal development, leadership and organisational change. He has led academic programs and lectures across North America, Europe and Asia.
Dr Susan Mayson
Dr Mayson is Director of Education in the Department of Management. She is an associate Fellow in the Monash Education Academy, a Dean’s Teaching Award (2011) winner and she received a Dean’s Commendation for Teaching Excellence in 2009. She teaches at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
There is constant collaboration and support between the academic staff and the students. My online studies have been challenging but enjoyable.

Kishore Mitra
Graduate in Business
Industry insights
By arming yourself with a Master of Human Resource Management, you will open doors to new and exciting opportunities within human resources. You could see yourself in any of the following roles:
- HR manager
- Staffing manager
- HR supervisor
- Recruitment coordinator
- Chief human resource officer
- Senior associate people and culture
- HR director.

4.1 stars out of 5
Human resource managers rate their job satisfaction as very high.

15.6% job growth is expected for human resource manager roles over the next five years.

$125,000 is the most common salary for a human resource managers in Australia.
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Equipped for career success
You’ll graduate as an in-demand employee, ready to take the next step in your career.
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