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Master of Human Resource Management (Online)

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This 100% online Master of Human Resource Management is designed to build strategic HR capability to help drive organisational transformation. The course emphasises evidence-based, practical strategies for addressing real-world HR challenges, including the use of HR analytics and applied case studies. It also integrates compliance and HR strategy with legal expertise drawn from Australia’s leading law school and offers flexibility through coursework or research pathway options.

What you might learn

Students develop advanced knowledge and practical skills to lead people-focused initiatives and navigate complex workplace environments. The course aims to strengthen capability in aligning HR strategy with legal and compliance considerations, using HR analytics to inform business decisions, and applying learning through hands-on case-based work. Graduates are prepared to deliver immediate impact in professional HR settings through flexible online study.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue or advance careers across human resources and people management functions in a wide range of industries. The program supports pathways into roles that require strategic HR leadership, workforce and organisational development capability, and data-informed decision-making. Potential outcomes include HR management and advisory roles, people and culture leadership positions, and roles focused on HR analytics, compliance, and organisational transformation.

Entry requirements

English language requirement: IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.


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$28,488 per year

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A$28,488 per year

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Information

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1.5 years

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August

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Online
University of Melbourne Online

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MC-HRMMO

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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