Help employees and organisations thrive in uncertain times.
In a time of rapid change and disruption, the need for skilled Human Resources professionals has never been greater. The Master of Human Resource Management equips you to shape workplace culture, help create sustainable workforces through effective management practices, and navigate complex ethical challenges with confidence.
This forward-thinking degree not only prepares you for senior leadership roles – it gives you the insight and influence to help people and organisations thrive the degree does not do this. It focuses on sustaining workforces through human resource and other management practices.
Study from a Go8 University.
Monash is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8). You’ll graduate with an incredibly well-recognised and respected qualification designed by world-leading academics.
Learn from leaders in industry.
You’ll gain invaluable insights from industry experts and academics with extensive expertise. Teaching you strategies made to elevate your career and help you cultivate a diverse network.
Fast-track your career, without sacrificing it.
100% online study and accelerated six-week teaching periods mean efficient, flexible learning, and the ability to balance work and study from anywhere in Australia.
Equip yourself with future-focused skills.
Your career is our top priority. The Master of Human Resource Management is a future-focused qualification that will give you valuable people-management skills , so you can inspire any workforce you join people management skills.
Stay ahead of tomorrow’s challenges.
Monash takes a progressive stance – shifting the focus from purely profit-driven HRM to sustainable workforce management. You’ll graduate ready to help organisations sustainably engage with people in times of uncertainty and change.
Navigate a changing world of work.
This course prepares you to lead organisations through rapid change and uncertainty. You’ll graduate ready to help propel businesses forward in a world effected by digitalisation, globalisation, and continual social shifts.
How is the Master of Human Resource Management future-focused?
Rapid change and disruption continue to change the face of the global economy. As an HR professional it’s essential that you’re equipped with the skills and knowledge to address workforce sustainability issues, examine workforce analytics, and ethical questions alongside the human element of organisational success.
The Monash Online Master of Human Resource Management aims to prepare you for this new future by focusing on:
- People, change, and the ethics and legal issues that arise in HR
- Understanding key concepts of workplace health and well-being
- Giving you the skills for self-reflection and critical thinking
Ideal for students in management positions and looking to advance their abilities, this degree addresses the core functions of HR management and provides you with a forward-focused and evidence-based exploration of HR’s updated role in the new normal and future of work.
FAQsWhere a Master of Human Resource Management can take you.
Human Resource Managers are at the coalface of business change, growth, challenges, and successes. The Master of Human Resource Management will give you the skills to drive interpersonal relationships and business culture while keeping up with legislation and workplace regulations.
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Master of Human Resource Management
Structure
The Master of Human Resource Management comprises twelve units across 4 parts (plus electives). Each unit is worth 6 credit points.
Part A. Contemporary application
These units provide coverage of theories, models and frameworks to apply to the contemporary practice of human resource management. They are designed to introduce foundational knowledge of key human resource management activities.
Part B. Advanced application
The focus of these units is to deepen and extend understanding and practice of contemporary human resource management. They are designed to provide advanced knowledge of complex human resource management challenges and practical approaches to engage with them effectively.
Part C. Professional application
The focus of these units provides opportunities for students to apply knowledge to their professional practice. The units feature professional development, application of HRM knowledge in practice and opportunities for students to direct their learning to thrive and maintain currency in an uncertain business environment.
Part D. Industry project
You must complete one or both of the following units.
Electives
You must complete either one or two elective units, depending on whether one or both industry project units listed above were chosen.
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Part A. Contemporary application
You must complete the following units:
Diversity and inclusion
People and change
Ethics and legal issues in human resource management
Sustainability and performance in human resource management
Part B. Advanced application
You must complete the following units:
Engagement and talent management
Workforce and employment analytics
Mental health and wellbeing in the workplace
Disability and inclusive practice
Part C. Professional application
You must complete the following unit:
Professional development
Part D. Industry project
You must complete one or both of the following units:
Industry challenge
Global challenge
Elective units
You must complete either one or two elective units, depending on whether one or both industry project units listed above were chosen.
Elective units to be chosen from the units offered across the Monash online programs as long as you have the prerequisite and there are no restrictions on enrolling in the units.
Entry Requirements
There are two entry pathways into the Master of Human Resource Management.
Eligible entrance via Graduate Certificate
Commence your studies via the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management, a post-graduate qualification that can lead you to further studies in the Master of Human Resource Management.
Entry level 1 – 72 points to complete
Duration: 2 years part-time.
An Australian bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent qualification, with at least a credit (60%) average, or an equivalent Grade Point Average, plus two years relevant work experience*.
Entry level 2 – 48 points to complete
Duration: 1.4 years part-time.
A Monash University Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management with at least a credit (60%) average.
*Applicants applying on the basis of work experience are required to provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining their employment history and professional experience.
English Requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
Do you qualify?
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Fees
For the Master of Human Resource Management, the estimated cost is $4,637.50 per unit*. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.
*Please note: these are the estimated domestic fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
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Accreditation
The Master of Human Resource Management is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
Pathway to a master's degree.
You can graduate with a Master of Human Resource Management in approximately 2 years part-time, after completing 12 units (72 credit points total).
You can also exit the course after completing approximately:
- 7 years part-time, 4 units (24 credit points), and you’ll receive a Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management
Who is best suited for a Masters of Human Resource Management?
This course is designed for professionals who want to shape the future of work. Whether you’re starting your HR career, moving into leadership, or aiming to become a strategic people and culture expert, the Masters of HRM is perfect for:
- Emerging HR professionals seeking to launch or pivot into a human resources career.
- Experienced HR practitioners ready to upskill and deepen their strategic HR capabilities.
- Current managers and team leaders wanting to better manage, engage, and develop people.
- Business professionals aiming to specialise in areas like talent management, workplace diversity, or organisational change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is different about Monash's Master of Human Resource Management course compared to other HRM courses?
What theories, models and frameworks are covered by the Master of Human Resource Management?
The Master of Human Resource Management will explore the following key theories, models and frameworks:
- people and change
- sustainability and performance
- ethics and legal issues
- diversity and inclusion
- engagement and talent management
- mental health and wellbeing
- workforce analytics
- workplace capability
- disability studies.
What does the professional application unit involve?
Study a master’s qualification delivered by those who change it.
Supported by our expert academics and student assistance team, you’ll experience the benefits of an immersive learning experience that is tailored to your needs. You’ll learn from experienced industry professionals, with a focus on real-world applications.
Meet your academic team
Dr Susan Mayson
Dr Susan Mayson is the Course Director of the Master of Human Resource Management. She has a strong connection to the Master of HRM where she designed and developed many of the units offered in the program. Her interest in future-focused HRM is reflected in her on-campus teaching where she teaches at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She has a particular interest in the Principles of Responsible Management
Education (PRME) framework and the relevance of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to management education. Her work in this area was recognised in 2021 with a Monash Business School PRME Education Excellence Award and a Monash Business School PRME Education Excellence Commendation in 2019.
Associate Professor Jonathan Matheny
Jonathan Matheny is the Director of Program Development for Leadership and Executive Education. He leads the development of new programs and teaches personal development, leadership and organisational change. He has led academic programs and lectures across North America, Europe and Asia.
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