Human Resources (HR) is the management of people within organizations and their employment relationships. A company’s HR strategy is concerned with maximizing the return on their human resources, while minimizing financial risk. In this major you can develop the knowledge and skills you need to initiate and develop strategies and programs to attract and engage a highly committed and proficient workforce, capable of succeeding in a global business environment. Through Industry Connection students are given opportunities to experience the real business world. As a Curtin Business School student you will have opportunities to connect with successful business and community leaders, helping you gain a competitive edge, with the potential to enhance your professional prospects. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia has partnered with Curtin Business School (CBS) to offer internships to students who have completed 200 credits or more of their business degree, these internships are for course credit and provide real-world exposure to our students. These business internships will not only give students credit towards their degree, they will receive the industry experience and practical skills needed to achieve great things after graduation and give employers the opportunity to support and lend their expertise to the students, encouraging the future workforce, whilst being assisted to meet their business goals. Industry engagement and internship opportunities Human Resource Management is offered as part of the Bachelor of Commerce. You can enhance your studies with a secondary major or choose from a range of elective units to support your career goals. Why study Human Resource Management Major (BCom) HR is an evolving and dynamic field. In this major, you will acquire the specific skills and relevant industry knowledge to become a Human Resources Generalist or Human Resources Specialist. When taken as part of a double major with Industrial Relations, this major is internationally recognised, and accredited in Australia through the Australian Human Resources Institute. Our staff are highly qualified and knowledgeable with expertise in dedicated areas of business research. They have extensive experience in various industries to ensure the delivery and application of the latest theories and trends in this field of study. Professional recognition The Human Resource Management major is accredited by AHRI (Australian Human Resource Institute). When studied with Industrial Relations, this major meets the educational requirements of the Australian Human Resources Institute and the Industrial Relations Society of WA. Career information Human Resources Officer Industrial Relations Officer Change Management Specialist Trade Union Official Training Officer Recruitment Consultant