University of Technology Sydney
Master of Human Resource Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop advanced knowledge of human resource management, employment relations, organisational change and workplace diversity while strengthening your capabilities in people management and strategic decision-making.
Course overview
Develop your expertise in managing people and workplace relationships with the Master of Human Resource Management at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Designed for professionals seeking to extend their knowledge of human resource management and contribute to organisational decision-making, this postgraduate qualification examines contemporary workforce challenges, employment relations and the responsibilities involved in managing workplace environments.
Explore human resource management, industrial relations, organisational change and the future of work alongside diversity and inclusion, creative problem-solving and business and social impact. You'll examine approaches to managing staff and volunteers, responding to organisational challenges and balancing workforce needs with business objectives. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to develop your analytical, communication and professional management capabilities.
The 72-credit-point qualification comprises eight compulsory subjects, two electives and a capstone project or internship. Delivered at UTS's City campus, the course can be completed in one-and-a-half years full time or three years part time. Graduates may pursue opportunities in human resource management, change management, organisational training and employment relations, depending on their qualifications and professional experience.
Key facts
26th July, 2027
What you will study
The course requires completion of 72 credit points, comprising eight compulsory subjects (48 credit points), two electives (12 credit points) and one capstone (12 credit points).
Core subjects
Complete all eight compulsory subjects:
- Creative Problem Solving
- Business and Social Impact
- Managing Staff and Volunteers
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Human Resource Management
- Future of Work
- Industrial Relations
- Managing Change
Electives
Select 12 credit points from approved management electives. Visit the university page for the full list of electives.
Capstone
Complete one of the following 12-credit-point subjects:
- Industry Research Project
- Internship Experience
Entry requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Human Resource Management, applicants must meet the following requirement:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded passes not included).
Applicants who do not meet this requirement may consider the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, subject to their admission requirements.
Supporting documentation
Applicants may need to provide:
- Academic transcripts and evidence of completed qualifications.
- Evidence of English-language proficiency, where applicable.
- Additional documentation requested during the application process.
English language requirements
The English proficiency requirements for international students or domestic applicants with international qualifications are:
- IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with a minimum writing score of 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT (0–120 scale): Overall score of 79, with a minimum writing score of 21.
- TOEFL iBT (1–6 scale): Overall score of 4, with a minimum writing score of 4.5.
- UTS College Academic English Level 5 (AE5): Pass.
- Pearson PTE Academic: Overall score of 58, with a minimum writing score of 50.
- Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 176, with a minimum writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be eligible for recognition of prior learning based on relevant previous undergraduate or postgraduate study, subject to UTS assessment and approval.
Subject exemptions
- A maximum of six subject exemptions may be granted, equivalent to 36 credit points.
- Up to four compulsory subjects may be approved for exemption based on relevant previous undergraduate study.
- Previous postgraduate studies may also be considered, subject to the overall exemption limit and applicable course requirements.
Articulation and further study
The Master of Human Resource Management forms part of an articulated pathway with the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management and Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
Applications are assessed individually. Recognition of prior learning is not guaranteed.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Career pathways may include:
- Human Resources Manager
- General Manager
- Change Manager
- Human Resources Director
- Training and Development Manager
- Human Resources Analyst
- Human Resources Consultant
Learning outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Human Resource Management will develop the ability to:
- Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to complex human resource management challenges.
- Communicate information effectively to diverse professional stakeholders.
- Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve shared organisational outcomes.
- Evaluate employment relations and people management decisions using ethical, legal and sustainability principles.
- Integrate advanced human resource management knowledge, technical capabilities and Indigenous Australian perspectives into professional practice.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Domestic full-fee paying prices
- Indicative tuition fee per 6-credit-point subject in 2027: $5,088
- Indicative annual tuition fee (48 credit points) in 2027: $40,660
- Indicative total course fee in 2027: $61,803
Eligible domestic students may access FEE-HELP to defer all or part of their tuition fees.
The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) may apply and is not included in the indicative tuition fees.
Tuition fees are subject to annual review and may change.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.