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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

This Master of Human Resource Management develops advanced skills to manage people, culture and organisational performance in contemporary workplaces. You’ll build capability in strategic HR planning, workforce development, employee relations and evidence-based decision-making, with learning aligned to professional practice. The course supports career progression for HR practitioners and managers seeking specialist expertise in business-focused people leadership at master’s level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across private, public and not-for-profit sectors where people strategy is central to performance. Typical pathways include human resources manager/adviser, talent acquisition or learning and development specialist, workforce planning analyst, employee relations adviser and organisational development consultant. This master’s degree supports progression into senior HR leadership and broader management roles within the business and commerce discipline. 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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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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