University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPeople are an organisation's most valuable resource. Human Resource Management (HRM) is concerned with finding the right staff for an organisation and having employed them, nurturing them so that they want to stay and perform to the best of their abilities. Rather than solely focusing on the bottom line, HRM also focuses on motivational factors, employee health and wellbeing, human rights, ethics, and the impact of responsible management on society.
You will undertake a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business, giving you a solid understanding of issues facing organisations today. From your second year, you will begin your major in Human Resource Management. This major will teach you about the people side of business operations by gaining an understanding of Human Resource Management theories and practices. Careers in HRM include HR manager, HR consultant, industrial officer, recruitment manager, training management, safety manager and career development manager.
You will also undertake a final-year capstone subject that lets you apply everything you have learned in collaboration with students from other disciplines. Plus, you have the option of applying for an internship to gain valuable experience whilst receiving credit towards your degree.
Specific focus is placed on the acquisition and development of employees, positively influencing their employment performance, and monitoring and managing the processes of staff selection, retention and turnover. HRM examines specific people management practices such as recruitment and selection, organisational behaviour, employee relations, management of change, learning and development and workplace health and safety management.
Delivery mode
University of Wollongong offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Recent Secondary Education Admission Criteria
Recent secondary education students can gain admission to this course via non-ATAR or ATAR-based options.
Non-ATAR admissions: Non-ATAR admissions at UOW take an individual approach to understanding potential for academic success. Each student is assessed based on key qualities across academic readiness, motivation & passion, planning & persistence, and communication & collaboration.
ATAR-based admissions: Entry to this course can be gained with
- Minimum ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank)
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Interstate equivalent (such as Victoria’s ENTER or Queensland OP)
- Results in an overseas qualification deemed equivalent to Australian year 12
The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is an ATAR-Selection Rank of 75 or an IB of 26. This includes the effect of adjustment factors.
Assumed Knowledge and Recommended Studies
The University assumes students will have studied any 2 units of English.
Vocational Education and Training
Applicants who have completed a minimum of an AQF Certificate IV will be considered for admission to this degree. Your grades will be converted to a selection rank, in order for UOW to assess whether you meet the minimum ATAR-SR (which is stated above).
Higher Education Study
For your application to be assessed on your university results you need to have completed at least half a year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher. Your grades will be converted to a selection rank to be used for admission purposes. Students may also be eligible for credit for prior learning.
Work and Life Experience
Admission to UOW is based on your academic qualifications, and generally your work or life experience is not taken into account. Students wishing to undertake this course, but who do not meet academic requirements are advised to apply for a pathway program that UOW recognises, such as a UOW College pathway program, or the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (for people over 21 years of age by 1 March in the year of enrolment) or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) will prepare you for the following roles.
Employee Relations Manager
Employee Relations Managers are HR professionals who oversee the interests and positive working conditions of employees. They develop organisationa...
Human Resource Advisor
Human Resources Advisors are important members of the human resources department, providing advisory services and HR support to the organisation’s...
Human Resources Director
Human Resources Directors are responsible for the strategic direction, productivity, and costings of an organisation’s workforce. They generally wo...
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Managers oversee an organisation’s workforce and act as a direct link between management and employees. They organise company recru...
People and Culture Manager
People and Culture Managers are leaders in the HR department, developing and implementing strategies that attract and engage an outstanding workfor...
Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Consultants help an organisation find and employ new staff — advertising vacancies, screening the job applications, and conducting inte...
IT Recruitment Consultant
An IT Recruitment Consultant sources staff to work in the information technology sector. You might work with employers to determine their needs and...
Recruitment Manager
A Recruitment Manager oversees the hiring process to ensure the best talent is attracted and selected for the organisation. You might work in a cor...
Employment Recruiter
An Employment Recruiter identifies and attracts candidates for job openings across various industries. You may work for recruitment agencies or in-...
Compensation and Benefits Manager
A Compensation and Benefits Manager designs and oversees employee compensation and benefits programmes within an organisation. You might work in th...
About University of Wollongong
Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. In those early days developing the Illawarra and its industries focused our intent and our pioneering spirit was born. From these origins, we have grown to be a diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. Our success is the creation of our people and valued partnerships, locally, regionally and internationally.
We are driven and determined, yet collegial and ethical in all that we do. We are always looking to serve our communities and share our knowledge and expertise with them for mutual betterment.
We aspire to set the standard for inclusiveness, diversity and equity. We welcome – and benefit from – the diversity of our communities within Australia and internationally. We will continue to champion Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Reconciliation.
