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Master of Human Resource Management

Masters.
Swinburne University of Technology

300

in world overall ranking*

32

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Human Resource Management develops advanced capability in managing people, workplace relations and organisational performance. You’ll build practical skills to design HR strategy, lead change, support culture and wellbeing, and apply evidence-based approaches to talent and workforce planning. The course is designed for those seeking specialist HR knowledge and leadership roles in modern organisations in human resource management at master coursework level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue HR and people-focused roles across private, public and not-for-profit organisations. Typical pathways include human resources manager/adviser, talent acquisition or learning and development specialist, employee relations or workplace relations adviser, remuneration and benefits analyst, and organisational development practitioner. The degree supports progression into leadership positions aligned to human resource management at master coursework level. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$48,420 per year

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A$35,020 per year

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2 years

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February, July

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Hawthorn

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

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