Commerce - Human Resource Management

Commerce - Human Resource Management, Bachelor

  • Application Deadline
  • 36 months
    Duration
Faculty of Business (BUS), University of Wollongong
The Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management offered by the University of Wollongong will teach you about the people side of business operations by gaining an understanding of Human Resource Management theories and practices. Careers in HRM include HR manager, HR consultant, industrial officer, recruitment manager, training management, safety manager and career development manager.

Overview

People are an organisation's most valuable resource. Human Resource Management (HRM) is concerned with finding the right staff for an organisation and having employed them, nurturing them so that they want to stay and perform to the best of their abilities. Rather than solely focusing on the bottom line, HRM also focuses on motivational factors, employee health and wellbeing, human rights, ethics, and the impact of responsible management on society.

Why choose this Commerce - Human Resource Management offered by the University of Wollongong 

  • UOW Business students experience a modern curriculum that does not merely teach business theory, but applies it to everyday business contexts. We develop professionals, managers and business leaders with critical thinking skills who will succeed in their chosen fields.
  • You have the opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience and make professional connections that will help launch your career, including the opportunity to participate in our Business Internship program, which could see you partnered with industry leaders such as KPMG, Mercer, NAB and Accor Hotels. 
  • The Faculty of Business is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a global initiative of the United Nations. The PRME endorses institutions that champion responsible management education, research and thought leadership. 

Career opportunities

  • Auditor
  • Banker
  • Analyst
  • Financial controller
  • Accountant
  • Policy advisor
  • Business adviser
  • OHS officer
  • HR manager consultant
  • Stock broker
  • Insurance broker
  • Fund manager
  • Exporter/importer
  • Public relations coordinator
  • Market researcher
  • Advertising executive
  • Brand/product manager

Event manager

Accreditation

Officially accredited/recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, University of Wollongong (UOW) is a large coeducational higher education institution. 

Detailed Programme Facts

  • More details:

    Spring

    • Domestic Applicants (UAC): 16 July

    Autumn

    • Domestic Applicants (UAC): 30 September 
  • Programme intensity

    You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.

    Full-time
    • Full-time duration 36 months
    Part-time
    • Intensity Flexible
  • Credits
    144 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus
  • More information Go to the programme website

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Accounting Fundamentals In Society
  • Principles of Responsible Business
  • Statistics for Business
  • Economic Essentials for Business
  • Introductory Principles of Finance
  • Introduction to Management
  • Marketing Principles
  • Business Oriented Information Systems
  • Accounting In Organisations
  • Economics and Society
  • Business Communications
  • Integrative Business Capstone

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6

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  • Minimum required score:

    70

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General Requirements

  • Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia. 
  • In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.
  • CRICOS: 027464A

Tuition Fee

  • International

    30240 AUD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 90720 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 36 months.
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All domestic undergraduate students holding Australian or New Zealand citizenship or holders of an Australian permanent visa (including Humanitarian) living in Australia are eligible for a CSP.

Living costs for Wollongong

  • 1600 - 2200 AUD/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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