
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Human Resource Management Major is designed for people who seek careers in human resource management and industrial relations. Graduates’ careers focus on enhancing the value of human and social capital through supporting employee engagement for many different kinds of organisations, market-oriented and community-oriented organisations and many kinds of people. The teaching philosophy is based on knowledge in action, a fusion of the Australia Human Resource Institute’s capabilities for HR professionals and the Western Sydney University Graduate Attributes designed to secure success.
An aim of the program is to instil those values and attitudes that can support leaders in judgements about balancing the pursuit of organisational objectives with creating opportunities for developing people’s capacities and careers. The perspectives are local and international, with an emphasis on the value of cultural and demographic diversity. Graduates have knowledge of how leadership and management of people can support organisational objectives and create organisational opportunities.
Delivery mode
Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 169 Macquarie Street, Parramatta
- 6 Hassall Street, Parramatta
- Corner of Narellan Road and Gilchrist Drive
- 74 Rickard Road, Bankstown
- Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission
Eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Business is based on the following minimum requirements:
Year 12 HSC (or equivalent); or completed Diploma of Business Western Sydney University The College; or completed relevant VET award.
Assumed Knowledge
Mathematics and any two units of English. Students unable to demonstrate sufficient levels of achievement in mathematics will be required to use one of the elective subjects to increase their mathematical aptitude. This will not lengthen the period of study.
Western Sydney University Online students
Prospective online students apply for admission to this program directly through WSU Online. A student’s eligibility will be assessed according to the existing admission criteria.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
International students currently completing an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia, an International Baccalaureate in Australia or a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3 must apply via UAC International.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
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...
About Western Sydney University
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