Aim for a management role in human resources or industrial relations, for a dynamic, in-demand career. In this specialised Master of Business, you’ll explore contemporary industrial relations and human resource (IR/HR) management. You’ll develop business expertise and learn to resolve IR conflicts. These skills are in high demand in Australia, making these masters an excellent step towards a successful career. Our program is based on the disciplines of management and general business. Throughout, you’ll be challenged to think creatively about the role of managers in business organisations. You’ll also develop strong research skills and gain a rich understanding of IR and HR systems, ethics and law. We combine this with hands-on experience, giving you the confidence and ability to manage workplace disputes. If you have relevant work experience, you can apply for the Master of Industrial Relations & Human Resource Management and complete your masters in a shorter timeframe. Careers in IR and HR management This masters course could lead you to a career as: human resource manager employee development planner employee relations manager recruitment consultant industrial relations officer union official or representative. Organisations which employ human resource professionals include: banks consultancies local and national government. small or large businesses. Course structure To attain the Master of Business (Industrial Relations/Human Resource Management), students will be required to complete 192 credit points (equivalent to 16 units) consisting of: 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) college core units 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) core units: 84 credit points (equivalent to 7 units) professional core units Plus either / or OPTION 1 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) capstone unit; and, 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) elective units. Students to select from any postgraduate units from across the University (subject to availability). OPTION 2 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) research proposal unit; and, 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) minor thesis unit. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Critically reflect upon theoretical approaches and analyse their application to achieve effective IR/HR strategies. 2. Justify and interpret theoretical propositions and related bodies of knowledge to critically evaluate the resolution of business problems and recommend actions relevant to IR/HR in contemporary business, industry and community settings. 3. Critically apply cross disciplinary knowledge to IR/HR-related decision making with creativity for emerging contexts. 4. Exhibit accountability in autonomous and collaborative judgements and innovative strategic thinking in response to contemporary and future professional IR/HR challenges. 5. Work as a reflective practitioner to formulate, implement and evaluate industry-specific investigations to resolve complex professional problems and inform IR/HR decision making.