Edith Cowan University

Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Develops student knowledge and skills in people management and provides an understanding of people management challenges within contemporary organisations. Students in this specialisation will graduate as business-driven HR professionals, with expertise in people management.

Delivery mode

Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Academic Admission requirements (Band 6)

The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

All applicants are required to have a Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of three years of relevant supervisory/management experience; or equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience of which at least three of these years must be at a supervisory/management level.

Successful applicants with a Graduate Certificate qualification or higher in Business/Commerce may seek reduced course duration by applying for recognition of prior learning. One or more of the specialisations in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the specialisation for more information.

Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirements (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
  • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $57,800 $73,300 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$57,800
Standard Tuition:
$73,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$57,800
Full Fee Tuition:
$73,300
Enquire with Edith Cowan University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $57,800 $73,300 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management) will prepare you for the following roles.

Human Resources Consultant

Human Resources Consultants are independent consultants who provide advisory services and HR support to the organisation’s CEO and HR Manager. They...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Human Resources Director

Human Resources Directors are responsible for the strategic direction, productivity, and costings of an organisation’s workforce. They generally wo...

Avg yearly income $224,900
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $124,800
Entry barriers Low

Organisational Development Manager

Organisational Development Managers play a crucial role in enhancing a company’s performance and growth. You’ll design and implement strategies tha...

Avg yearly income $109,200
Entry barriers Low

Talent Acquisition Manager

A Talent Acquisition Manager oversees the recruitment process within an organisation, ensuring that the right talent is attracted and retained. You...

Avg yearly income $119,600
Entry barriers Low

About Edith Cowan University

Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to graduate world ready.

Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it.

Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment.

ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It's why ECU students can expect work integrated learning placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies.

This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past 16 years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience, skills development, student support and learning resources, as reported in the Good Universities Guide .

ECU's world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organizations to solve real-world problems.

The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society.

Her example informs ECU's values ??as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.