Human Resource Management degrees

A HR management degree opens doors to career opportunities including human resources manager or director, organisational development director, compensation and benefits director, industrial relations director, employment relations manager, workplace health and safety officer, people development, recruitment manager, career counsellor, and safety & welfare coordinator. 

At UniSQ, you can study human resource management as a major within the Bachelor of Business, which is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). This qualification will satisfy the educational requirements for professional membership of AHRI. 

Your specific career path will depend on your area of interest and whether you choose to specialise in areas such as recruitment, learning and development, employee relations, or workplace health and safety. 

Yes, HR management offers a strong career path with positive job growth and diverse opportunities. The field continues to see steady expansion, with considerable openings projected annually for human resources managers. 

HR professionals are needed throughout the employee lifecycle, supporting talent acquisition, training and development, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, and performance management. HR roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace culture, employee wellbeing, and organisational success across many industries. 

HR management is evolving with technology rather than being replaced by it. Many organisations are adopting AI-driven tools to support tasks such as recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management. 

The opportunity for HR departments lies in using automation to handle high-volume, repetitive tasks, freeing up time for more strategic, decision-making activities. The future of HR management relies on professionals who can combine human judgment, emotional intelligence, and strategic thinking with technology tools. 

Human resources managers oversee the hiring process, from recruiting and interviewing to bringing new staff on board. They help connect executives with employees, build an employer brand, improve employee engagement, and develop strategic talent plans. 

HR oversees the systems, policies, and practices that shape the employee experience and workforce performance. Key HR functions include recruiting talent, administering benefits, managing employee relations, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting professional development. 

HR managers play a key role in shaping workplace culture, supporting staff development, and ensuring organisations can attract, retain, and develop talented employees. 

The duration of a HR management degree at UniSQ depends on which qualification you choose. The Bachelor of Business Human Resource Management major takes approximately three years to complete if you're studying full-time. You can choose to accelerate your study and finish in two years if you're studying full-time over six consecutive study periods.  

UniSQ also offers postgraduate options in people and culture, including a Graduate Certificate of Business, Graduate Diploma of Business, and Master of Business. If you study part-time, the duration will be longer depending on your individual study load and commitments. 

UniSQ is ranked #1 in Queensland for business and management graduates in full-time employment (Good Universities Guide, 2025). Gain a qualification that is recognised by industry - you can become a professional member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) with UniSQ's Bachelor of Business Human Resource Management qualification. 

Whether you study on-campus or undertake human resources courses online in Australia, you'll be part of a diverse and supportive community with flexible study options, allowing you to fit study into your life while balancing your work, social and family commitments.