New technologies, changing economic conditions, increasing workforce diversity and an emphasis on work-life balance are all contributing to a profound evolution in the nature of work and the challenges of managing contemporary organizations. Human resource management is concerned with all aspects of managing people in organizations. The human resource management professional is responsible for an organization’s most valued assets—the people working there. Why choose this course? You will learn from real-world lecturers about the skills required when managing people in organizations, including recruitment, performance and reward systems, employment relations and staff development. You will also be equipped with an understanding of the legal context for employment relationships and understand both individual and organizational behaviors and responsibilities. You will explore and critique real-world cases and projects; develop strategic policies for organizations; and analyses, diagnose and provide recommendations for implementing organizational change. If you’re interested in helping others reach their full potential and believe that work-life should be satisfying and fulfilling, you’re on track for a career in human resource management. Career outcomes Your degree will position you for a career that may include contributing to staff attraction, retention, learning and development, organizational change and consultancy. You will be ready for a career leading the people dimensions of organisations, both strategically and operationally. Graduates hold positions as: employee relations adviser human resource manager/officer recruitment consultant training and development adviser workforce planning manager. This field of study will also broaden the knowledge base and enhance the career prospects of general managers and other business professionals. Research pathways Bachelor of Business (Honours) option High-achieving students who wish to take further studies may enrol in BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours).