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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 and workplace strategy, with a focus on evidence-based HR practice. You’ll build skills in employee relations, talent management and organisational development, and apply learning to real business contexts. The Accounting specialisation supports broader business insight. This is a master coursework qualification in human resource management. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue HR and people-management roles across private, public and not-for-profit organisations. Career paths can include HR adviser/consultant, HR business partner, talent acquisition or learning and development specialist, employee relations adviser, and workforce planning roles. The Accounting specialisation can support work in HR teams that partner closely with finance and governance functions. This is a master coursework pathway in human resource management. 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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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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