Master of Human Resource Management

More reasons to study this degree

CSU's reputation for delivery of quality education is excellent. Our online distance education environment comprises modern systems that encourage communication amongst students, often located at great distance from each other. These systems also support collaboration between students and academic staff.

Assessments in our courses are designed so that they are practical and work related while having a strong theoretical basis. Skills and knowledge gained in the completion of these rigorous assessments are instantly applicable in the workplace. Our Master of Human Resource Management is reviewed regularly in consultation with practising human resources professionals to ensure that study materials are relevant to the profession and are of an exceptional standard.

Available by distance education, the Master of Human Resource Management is designed and delivered with study flexibility in mind. You can choose between full-time and part-time study options to fit in with work and lifestyle commitments.

You could choose to study one subject per session or, following consultation and approval from your Course Director, complete up to four subjects per session, allowing you to fast track your degree completion.

Professional recognition

The Master of Human Resource Management, the Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management and the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management are accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute. Accreditation is reviewed every three years.

Workplace learning

As with our other postgraduate courses, the assessments in Master of Human Resource Management subjects are designed so that students are able to apply the skills and knowledge to their workplace. Assignments may include a requirement to prepare a strategic marketing plan or require the identification of human resource issues requiring the development of solutions for implementation. Other assignments may require students to act as a business manager and develop creative solutions to everyday challenges. 

Overseas study opportunities

CSU aims to provide students with the opportunity to experience the world through a broad range of international study experiences. International study trips are academically challenging as well as culturally engaging helping to prepare graduates for careers and leadership positions in the global economy. Through undertaking an overseas study trip, students will have the opportunity to learn about the local culture and business practices and experience first-hand the challenges of doing business overseas.

Previous overseas study modules include business in:

• China - in partnership with the University of Applied Science, Bern and Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
• Europe - in partnership with the University of Applied Science in Bern, Switzerland and with the Institut Supérieur du Commerce, School of Management in Paris, France

Flexible offering

This course is available by distance education only and is offered across a three session academic year with sessions commencing in February, July and November each year.

The Master of Human Resource Management has a minimum full-time duration of three sessions, however the actual duration is dependent on subject availability and the session of commencement.