Asia Pacific University - (R2/345/6/0754)(08/25)(A6226)

BA (Hons) Human Resource Management

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Undergraduate
  • Duration: 3 years

This highly-accredited programme provides a comprehensive understanding of HR management practices. You also have the opportunity to earn a dual degree from APU and De Montfort University.

Course Overview

This programme is designed to equip students with the following skills and knowledge:

  • Comprehending the context, nature, role and significance of management activities carried out by Human Resource Management (HRM) managers in different organisations.
  • Developing well-researched, logical and integrated solutions for complex problems in uncertain and dynamic situations.
  • Receiving vocationally relevant exposure that will enable students to become operationally effective in human resource management.
  • Learning a diverse set of employment skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, interpretive skills, and effective written and oral communication.
  • Able to use IT and business applications, as well as conduct research into human resource management issues.

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students can enrol in the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme as part of this programme. This scheme enables students to receive two degree certificates and transcripts upon programme completion: one from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and the other from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

Chartered Management Institute (CMI Accreditation)

Students who are enrolled in this APU programme have the opportunity to register for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation. This means that they can also choose to opt-in for a CMI L5 Certificate in Management and Leadership. The certificate will be awarded to the students subject to moderation by CMI.

Paper exemptions

Upon completing this programme, students are eligible for exemptions in the professional bodies below.

  • The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAISCA)
    • Nine papers exemptions out of 16 papers
  • Malaysian Association of Company Secretaries (MACS)
    • Ten papers exemptions out of 16 papers

Career paths

As graduates of this programme, you have the opportunity to explore a wide range of careers, such as:

  • Compensation and Benefit Manager
  • Employee Relations Manager
  • HR Manager
  • Performance Management Manager
  • Public Relations Manager
  • Recruitment Manager
  • Training and Development Manager
  • HR Analyst
  • HR Consultant
  • HR Director
  • Employment Manager
  • Talent Champion
  • HR Data Analyst
  • Compensation Analyst

Key Facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme Type
Bachelor
Duration
More Information
Only available in full time study mode
3 years (Full time)
Modules
30
Intake
14th March, 2024
25th July, 2024
24th September, 2024
21st November, 2024
Total Price
RM96,600
More Information
International Student: US$22,610

Course Structure

The programme consists of 30 core and specialised subjects, three electives, a human resource management project and a 16-week internship (Industrial Training). Students also need to complete general studies subjects as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) and fulfil credit requirements for co-curricular activities.

  • Introduction to Management
  • Accounting Skills
  • Business and Communications Skills
  • Business Economics
  • Business Law
  • Digital Thinking and Innovation
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
  • Marketing
  • People Management
  • Quantitative Skills

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification

To meet the entry requirements for the course, you need to fulfil one of the requirements below:

  • STPM - Two passes with a minimum grade of C (GP 2.00).
  • A-Level - Two passes with a minimum grade of A to D in any two subjects.
  • UEC -  Five grade B’s in UEC with a pass in English and mathematics.
  • Matriculation or Foundation - Passed with a minimum CGPA of 2.00.
  • Diploma - For entry to the second year, you should have:
    • Successfully completed an APU Diploma; OR
    • Successfully completed studies in another recognised institute with academic credits equivalent to Level 1 of an honours degree, subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board.
  • Any qualifications accepted by APU as equivalent to the above.

English requirements for international students:

  • IELTS: 5.5; OR
  • TOEFL IBT: 46; OR
  • Pearson (PTE): 51; OR
  • MUET: Band 4

Note:

  • Students must have a pass in English and mathematics at SPM, O-Level, IGCSE or equivalent.
  • The requirement to pass English and mathematics subjects at STPM, A-Level and UEC can be waived should you have qualifications that contain English and mathematics subjects with equivalent or higher achievement.