Build skills to secure a career in the evolving field of human resources
Human resources is a dynamic field involving managing and developing employees in organisations. With the rapid changes to labour markets, workforce demographics and technology, new challenges are being experienced by working teams. Professionals who can supervise and nurture employees through these changes will be essential in the future workforce.
UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations in human resources designed to provide you with a solid understanding of the theory of workplace dynamics and the interpersonal skills to manage people well. Because of our established expertise in preparing adults for ever-evolving workplaces, our human resources courses will focus on recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, training and development, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. You will grauate future-fit to adapt to changes and advancements in the field.
Our students mostly prefer online learning, where they join a community of adults and combine their life and work experience to create practical networks for their future. On-campus learners can benefit from housing, sports and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.
With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in human resources, whether you choose to pursue a career as a generalist, as a training or recruitment specialist, in business or in an NGO. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the human resources courses and specialisations on offer at UNE.
Courses by study level
Workplaces value employees who have a broad range of real-world skills, and this combined degree will equip you to excel in today’s dynamic working environment. In our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business, you’ll gain business knowledge and learn…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
The UNE Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws provides you with the opportunity to combine your study of law with an area of interest drawn from a wide variety of the arts, humanities and social sciences. As a double degree for the future, it has been…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Whether you aim to build your career in small, medium or large enterprises, or launch a business of your own, you must learn to identify opportunities, rise to challenges and adapt to change. Our Bachelor of Business is uniquely positioned to help…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Business and economics make a powerful combination. Graduates with skills in both disciplines are highly sought after for a range of roles in business, government and non-profit organisations. Studying the combined Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
With commercial innovation and technological disruption on the rise, the UNE Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws will open the door to a wide range of legal and business career opportunities. This double degree gives you a solid foundation in…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Effective leaders across a broad range of settings, including the military, government, church, business and non-profit organisations, inspire those around them to perform at their best under any circumstances. In times of disruption and crisis,…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
The world of business and work is changing rapidly. To future proof your career in this new era, you must keep up to date by building on your knowledge and skills. UNE’s Diploma in Business will help you build on your…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
From sole traders to leaders of multinational corporations, businesspeople seek growth opportunities in an uncertain and rapidly changing world. With UNE's Graduate Certificate in Business, you will hone your skills and knowledge to anticipate…
- 1 trimester full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
If you have a keen interest in how the human brain works along with a desire to gain well-rounded business skills, a qualification in neuroscience and business could be the perfect fit. Now is an exciting time to be involved in understanding the…
- 1 trimester full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Online
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new…
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Are you a recent graduate or a professional looking to elevate your career in business? UNE’s Graduate Diploma in Business is designed for individuals like you who aspire to excel in the business world. This course uniquely blends coursework and…
- 0.5 or 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Now more than ever, businesses and organisations are seeking leaders who can combine insights into how the brain works with core business decisions. With the Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Business at UNE, you will gain a combination of…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Online
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work …
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
In today's complex and evolving corporate environment, business leaders need to be adaptable and agile thinkers, with advanced skills in analysis, decision making and communication to identify opportunities and resolve complex workplace issues.…
- 1 or 2 or up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
With the Master of Neuroscience and Business from UNE, you'll gain a deep understanding of how neural processes influence behaviour, along with advanced skills and knowledge in contemporary business practices. With our flexibly delivered…
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.…
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
- Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own 4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
- ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
- ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
- ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
- ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.
Why study with us?
The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.
Greg KemmettFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Human Resources
With changes in the way people work occurring at a rapid rate due to technology and other labour market forces, UNE’s courses and majors will help prepare you for a career as an efficient and sought after human resources professional. Explore the study options now and meet the future of HR head on.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Work environments are rapidly changing due to globalisation and the rise of digital workplaces, with experts in human resource management in high demand. UNE's expertise will help you to acquire the communication, leadership and change…
Work environments are rapidly changing due to globalisation and the rise of digital workplaces, with experts in human resource management in high demand. UNE's expertise will help you to acquire the communication, leadership and change management skills that will make you stand out from the pack.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Master of Business Administration | Major | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Experts in digital technologies and innovation are in high demand in the field of indigenous organisation management. The experts at UNE will help you to develop fundamental critical thinking, analysis and communication skills with a focus on the…
Experts in digital technologies and innovation are in high demand in the field of indigenous organisation management. The experts at UNE will help you to develop fundamental critical thinking, analysis and communication skills with a focus on the context of indigenous organisations.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Business | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
The field of management has rapidly evolved, turning focus to growing areas such as digital transformation, diversity and inclusion, and globalisation. At UNE you will develop the digital analysis, collaboration, and communication skills that will…
The field of management has rapidly evolved, turning focus to growing areas such as digital transformation, diversity and inclusion, and globalisation. At UNE you will develop the digital analysis, collaboration, and communication skills that will put you ahead of the pack.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
At UNE we'll prepare you to meet new demand for digital transformation experts in the field of organisational management. Become ready to excel by developing the skillsets in diversity and inclusion practices, change management and communication …
At UNE we'll prepare you to meet new demand for digital transformation experts in the field of organisational management. Become ready to excel by developing the skillsets in diversity and inclusion practices, change management and communication that employers are now seeking.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Organisational Leadership | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Social Science | Major | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Sustainability is now at the forefront of most industries and organisations. UNE will provide you with skills highly sought after by employers, such as sustainable development, green marketing, and sustainable financial management, ready for an…
Sustainability is now at the forefront of most industries and organisations. UNE will provide you with skills highly sought after by employers, such as sustainable development, green marketing, and sustainable financial management, ready for an adaptable and dynamic career.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration (International) | Minor | Postgraduate |
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Careers in Human Resources
By studying human resources with UNE, you will have the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of careers and industries as an HR professional. With the need for experts with the soft skills to manage employees' expectations and needs in the workplace set to rise, those who are trained in human resources can succeed in a variety of settings.
- Human resources manager
Oversee all aspects of HR, including recruitment, employee relations, training, and policy development, to ensure a productive and healthy workforce. - Talent acquisition specialist
Focus on recruiting and hiring top talent for an organisation, conducting interviews, and managing the hiring process. - Employee relations specialist
Manage relationships between employees and employers, addressing workplace conflicts, grievances, and ensuring a positive work environment. - Compensation and benefits analyst
Administer employee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and aligned with company objectives. - Training and development specialist
Design and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and career development. - Organisational development consultant
Assist organisations in improving their effectiveness, including changes in leadership, culture, and performance. - Diversity and inclusion manager
Promote diversity and inclusion within an organisation, developing strategies and programs to create an inclusive workplace. - HR consultant
Teach humanities subjects at schools, colleges, or adult education programs, passing on knowledge and critical thinking skills.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey
Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
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What happens next?
Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.
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