Human Resource Management

Human resource managementWhy study Human Resource Management?

We are unique in offering students a flexible approach to studying business. Take human resource management as a specialisation within a general business degree or as a specific degree accredited by the Australian Human Resource Institute. Prepare to meet high standards of professional excellence with knowledge and skills that are recognised in Australia and overseas. Most subjects combine theory with practical content to keep you in touch with real-world working experiences. Study recruitment and selection, motivation, determination of pay, promotion, occupational health and safety, training and development, and international human resource management. Enquiry-based learning allows you to identify your own issues and interests and to work in teams to explore outcomes.

AHRI Accreditation

AHRI logoThe Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). 

 

 

Career opportunities

Human resource and related jobs are in the top four starting salaries in Australia (Australian Association of Graduate Employers' Survey 2009). Graduates can work in human resource management, employee or industrial relations, payroll, information systems, occupational health and safety, recruitment and training.

 

Courses

Local students

Human Resource Management courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2013 Bachelor of Business Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Mildura
Shepparton
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)

Bachelor of Business continued…

Course description
This course aims to give students the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in a wide range of areas within the private and public sectors. It adopts a problem-focused approach that helps students develop important problem-solving and decision-making skills relevant to any business.

Depending on campus, majors include business economics, financial planning, financial management, human resource (HR) management, international business, international management, macroeconomics, management, management information systems, marketing, and sustainable resource management. The flexible program includes an exit point at Diploma level for domestic students only (see Diploma in Business).
Prerequisite
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English.

NSW HSC: satisfy Year 12 English requirements.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.

For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page.
Selection
ATARs (2013)
Melbourne: 55.25
Bendigo: 51
Albury-Wodonga: 51.9
Mildura: n/a
Shepparton: 51.9
Middle band
Completion of Business Management, Accounting or Economics facilitates an additional aggregate point per study, to a maximum of 2 points. Performance in prerequisite studies and Business Studies (any) is also considered, as are criteria for the Rural and Regional Access Scheme (RRSAS) and Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS).
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
How to apply
Through VTAC or UAC. Students applying to our Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo or Shepparton campuses can apply directly to La Trobe University. Please note that direct applications are only available to non-Year 12 applicants and to applicants who have not already applied through VTAC. For more information about direct applications please visit Ask La Trobe.

For mid-year entry, apply through VTAC/UAC here.
Professional recognition
Human Resource Management graduates can seek admission to the Australian Human Resource Institute (subject to relevant work experience). Marketing graduates are eligible to join the Australian Marketing Institute or the Australian Market and Social Research Society as associate members.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Melbourne
Business Bendigo
Business Mildura
Business Shepparton
Business Albury-Wodonga
2013 Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) Melbourne
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)

Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) continued…

Course description
Human resource management (HR) involves much more than administration and management of employees' records. For example, it also covers policy development, recruitment, psychology, health and safety, industrial relations, and dispute resolution. It's a field in which graduates can make a highly positive impact on an organisation and its people.

This course aims to give students the skills and knowledge integral to careers in human resource management (HRM). It is designed to develop the capabilities specified by the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI) in the AHRI Model of Excellence, which governs the requirements for professional accreditation and provides internationally transferable competencies and skills.

The course is highly flexible, offering a wide range of business specialisations that allow students to develop in line with their individual interests and strengths.

Experiential content is a key feature; this includes a human resources practicum and an international study tour to France that exposes students to experiences of applied human resource management in an international context.
Prerequisite
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 selection may involve: ENTER/ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.

Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.

For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page.
Selection
ATAR (2013)
Melbourne: 61.05

Middle band
Completion of Business Studies (any) facilitates 1 additional aggregate point per study, to a maximum of 2 points. Performance in prerequisite studies and Business Studies (any) is also considered.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
How to apply
Apply through VTAC for first-semester entry, or to the University for Mid-Year Entry (visit www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/midyear).
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business (Human Resource Management)Melbourne

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Fees and scholarships

Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.

There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students. 

International students

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Human Resource Management international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Bachelor of Business (019479E) Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Mildura
Shepparton
3 years Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) $21 440

Bachelor of Business continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This course aims to give students the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in a wide range of areas within the private and public sectors. It adopts a problem-focused approach that helps students develop important problem-solving and decision-making skills relevant to any business.

Depending on campus, majors include business economics, financial planning, financial management, human resource (HR) management, international business, international management, macroeconomics, management, management information systems, marketing, and sustainable resource management. The flexible program includes an exit point at Diploma level for domestic students only (see Diploma in Business).
English Language Requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;

TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;

TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;

La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;

or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - Melbourne: 60. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 50.
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - Melbourne: 8 Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 7.
Hong Kong A Levels - Melbourne: 6. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 5.
HKDSE- 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - Melbourne: 65. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 60.
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - Melbourne: 3.5. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 3.0.
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - Melbourne: 60. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 55.
Indonesia (SMA) - Melbourne: 7.5. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton: 7.0
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website

If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Professional recognition
Students completing with a Human Resource Management major gain admission to the Australian Human Resource Institute (subject to relevant work experience).

Students completing with a Marketing major are eligible to join the Australian Marketing Institute or the Marketing Research Society of Australia as associate members.

Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business Melbourne
Business Bendigo
Business Mildura
Business Shepparton
Business Albury-Wodonga
2013 Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) (067107B) Melbourne
3 years Semester 1 and 2 (March and July) $21 440

Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) continued…

Year
2013
Course description
Human resource management (HR) involves much more than administration and management of employees' records. For example, it also covers policy development, recruitment, psychology, health and safety, industrial relations, and dispute resolution. It's a field in which graduates can make a highly positive impact on an organisation and its people.

This course aims to give students the skills and knowledge integral to careers in human resource management (HRM). It is designed to develop the capabilities specified by the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI) in the AHRI Model of Excellence, which governs the requirements for professional accreditation and provides internationally transferable competencies and skills.

The course is highly flexible, offering a wide range of business specialisations that allow students to develop in line with their individual interests and strengths.

Experiential content is a key feature; this includes a human resources practicum and an international study tour to France that exposes students to experiences of applied human resource management in an international context.
English Language Requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60 per cent) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;

TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;

TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;

La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;

or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2x Level 4
STPM - 8
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
MICSS (UEC) - 5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 7.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website

If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate programs. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Business (Human Resource Management)Melbourne

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

Your study experience

Human Resource Management placement opportunities

As part of our commitment to innovating curriculum design and development, we have recently appointed several Work Integrated Learning Coordinators at our Melbourne and Regional campuses. Work integrated learning means you'll get to apply your skills in the workplace, as you study. You can earn credit towards your degree through work placements or simulations. Work integrated learning is endorsed by the Federal Government and industry groups such as the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It will assist to increase your employability potential when you graduate.

Overseas study opportunities

Gain valuable overseas experience by taking part in a short-term overseas study program with one of our 100 partner universities in over 30 countries. Or spend 6–12 months in a student exchange program in destinations like Canada, the US, South America, Europe or the UK. Our exchange partners include the University of Innsbruck, Copenhagen Business School, Berlin School of Economics or the BEM Management School in France. See student exchange.

We offer international study tours each year. These allow you see your learning applied in a global context. Past study tours visited China, France, Switzerland and the UK.

Alternative pathways

Going straight from school to university isn’t an option for everyone. There may be other pathways to help you gain entry into this course. See alternative course pathways.

Student and graduate profiles

Find out about the experiences of one of our Human Resource Management students.

At La Trobe you don’t only gain educational knowledge but personal skills that will help you throughout your life.

Mr Geordie Wiseman, Business, Economics and Law

About the academic staff

You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law or focus on staff in Human Resource Management.

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