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Major in Human Resource Management

Overview

If you're looking for a career that puts your people skills to work, human resources might be your perfect fit. The UTS Bachelor of Business majoring in Human Resource Management will give you the latest, industry-ready tools you need to launch and grow a rewarding future in this wide-reaching profession.

Blending valuable business insights, people management capabilities and sustainable perspectives, this course is designed to shape you into an ethical, compassionate HR leader of tomorrow. Plus, with the opportunity to tailor your degree to meet your unique goals, you'll graduate ready to kick-start the career of your dreams in the HR setting of your choice.

Key features

  • Acquire a knowledge of the theoretical bases of Human Resource Management and employment relations
  • Develop understandings and competencies associated with the practice of management
  • Build a foundational knowledge of Human Resource Management frameworks, both in Australia and internationally

As a Bachelor of Business student, you won’t select your major until your second year of study. Your first year will see you undertake a number of core disciplinary subjects, developing your understanding of the contemporary business world.  

You'll then commence your major studies in your second year, completing subjects in crucial areas like strategy, performance management and employee relations. 

Your future career

As a graduate, you’ll possess an extensive understanding of the role human resource management plays in ensuring companies have the best people in the best places doing their best work. You'll be equipped with the vital skills to recruit, negotiate, manage and lead people to achieve success.  

With these in-demand capabilities, you’ll be ready to launch a thrilling, meaningful career in Australia or overseas in a range of HR settings, with opportunities available in every sector and industry, from government to tech start-ups and everything in between. 

“The Capstone subject in the Human Resource Management Major was nothing short of a life changing experience.”

Bianca Azzopardi

Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)

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Keep exploring the majors within the Bachelor of Business or visit the handbook for detailed information about the course.

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