Master of Human Resource Management
Overview
Shape thriving workplaces through psychological science and strategic business insight.
In this advanced program, you’ll develop the expertise to lead people and organisations through change in increasingly complex environments.
Designed to meet evolving industry needs, this program combines contemporary human resource management expertise with the opportunity to specialise in Psychology or Analytics.
Through a combination of fully online or hybrid-mode courses, you’ll gain the skills to build resilient, high-performing teams and drive positive outcomes for organisations, employees and communities.
With strong demand for HR professionals who combine leadership capabilities, analytical skills and social influence, this program prepares graduates for future-focused careers in a rapidly changing workforce. Whether you’re an experienced HR practitioner looking to advance or a professional seeking to specialise or transition into the field, you’ll gain the capabilities to stand out in the market.
The program integrates leading theory with practical application, enriched by industry engagement and projects. You’ll develop expertise in understanding and managing people, work, HR functions and organisations in ways that enhance organisational performance, employee wellbeing and sustainable outcomes.
Explore contemporary HR issues making headlines and reshaping workplaces, including:
- AI-powered HR and algorithmic management
- psychosocial hazards
- the right to disconnect
- pay transparency, and
- the 4-day work week.
Underpinned by ethical, evidence-based decision-making, the curriculum can provide a pathway to further research opportunities. Complete the program in 1.5 years full-time or study part-time.
Program highlights
- Explore how AI can be used responsibly to analyse workforce challenges, synthesise evidence and support strategic decision-making.
- Balance work and personal commitments with study by attending a mix of intensive, weekday and weekend live classes taught either fully online or delivered in hybrid mode.
- Complete a capstone research project that develops critical skills relevant to real-life HR challenges and provides a pathway to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy.
- Tailor your studies by specialising in Psychology or Analytics, or combine courses across both areas to suit your career goals.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
- Analytics
- Psychology
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Online study
- Research experience
- Seminars
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Ethical and Sustainable HR Strategies [Core course]
- The Data-Driven Workforce [Core course]
- Designing Work for the Future [Core course]
- Strategic Talent Management [Core course]
- Contemporary Employment Relations [Core course]
- Performance Psychology: Unlocking Human Potential [Elective]
- Competing with AI and Digital Technologies [Elective]
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Depending on which field you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Talent and culture specialist
- Human resources manager
- Human resources executive
- Organisational change consultant
- Human resources strategist
- People and culture adviser
- Workforce planning director
- Talent manager
- Organisational development specialist
- Human resources director
Average annual salary range
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Studying human resource management filled some key knowledge gaps for me. I’ve built a stronger foundation of practical up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical skills that I can apply to add value in my business consulting career.
Studying human resource management filled some key knowledge gaps for me. I’ve built a stronger foundation of practical up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical skills that I can apply to add value in my business consulting career.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below) with a GPA of 4.5 on a 7-point scale, or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a GPA of 4.5 on a 7-point scale, plus 3 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below), or
- the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from UQ (or equivalent) with a GPA of 4 on a 7-point scale.
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below) with a GPA of 4.5 on a 7-point scale, or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a GPA of 4.5 on a 7-point scale, plus 3 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below), or
- the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from UQ (or equivalent) with a GPA of 4 on a 7-point scale.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include:
a bachelor degree in accounting, advertising, business, business administration, business technology administration, economics, finance, human resource management, international business, international development, management, marketing, operations/project management, psychology, strategy and sustainability.
Relevant work experience
Relevant work experience should typically be post-graduation and includes work in a professional, knowledge-based or information-oriented workplace. This may include work in administration, business, customer support, finance, government, human resources, law, 10 marketing, operations/project management, strategy and sustainability. This will need to be supported with evidence.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider
one of these related programs:
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
The University has applied for CRICOS registration for this program.
International students will be eligible to apply for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500) if the application is approved.
Fields of study
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$38,680
2027
Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
Fee information for this program is not yet available.
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Human Resource Management pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent near you.
The program code for the Master of Human Resource Management is 5790.
How to apply for postgraduate coursework study
The University has applied for CRICOS registration for this program.
International students will be eligible to apply if the application is approved.
Revisit this page daily to check if applications are open.
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of Human Resource Management is 5790.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
Visa processing times vary. Apply and accept your offer as early as you can.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit.
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