Bachelor
Interested in diversity and organisational culture, and want to influence people at all levels of an organisation? Study human resources and employment relations as part of the Bachelor of Business degree.
As a human resource management and employment relations student, you'll learn about leading, managing and developing in a diverse workplace. You'll become familiar with stakeholder management to manage change and enhance organisational performance; occupational health, safety, resilience and wellbeing; and the power dynamics in employment relationships.
Year 1In the first semester, you take four core courses that cover fundamental business concepts:
You may also take another course related to human resource management and employment relations, and also start to take the first courses from your second major, minor(s) or elective courses.
Year 2 & 3You gain an understanding of current employment issues including the complex relationships between employees, employers, government and trade unions, and internal and external factors that influence organisational behaviour.
Human resource management and employment relations courses may include:You also continue to take courses from your second major, minor(s) or elective courses.
Workplace experienceThe capstone project is the final part of your degree and takes place in your final semester. You can choose to work in an organisation of your choice, start your own venture or complete an applied project, bringing together your learning and gaining valuable experience.
Recent placements included:
Read more about workplace experience in AUT programmes, how it works and why it's so beneficial when you start your career.
Workplace experience in AUT programmes
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The outcomes for graduates of this major are outlined in the Graduate Profile below.
Current students looking for specific requirements for business majors should refer to Canvas.