Bachelor of Applied Management (Human Resource Management)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Tell me about this area Human resource management involves helping organisations get the best from their people. HR professionals recruit and onboard employees and contractors, build capability through training, support managers with performance conversations and help shape fair pay and conditions. They manage workplace policies, resolve issues early and guide healthy employment relationships. Modern HR is increasingly strategic, using data, technology and good judgement to improve employee experience, wellbeing and organisational performance. In Aotearoa New Zealand, cultural awareness including Te Tiriti principles supports respectful practice.
Would it suit me? This area suits people who like working with others and want to help create fair, healthy workplaces. You may enjoy listening well, communicating clearly and handling sensitive information with care. It also suits practical problem solvers who can stay balanced when issues arise, and who like variety, teamwork and seeing people succeed.
What will I learn?
Effective recruitment and selection practices Onboarding and employee development plans Performance management conversations and coaching Pay, rewards and basic payroll Employee relations and conflict resolution Ethical decision-making and confidentiality in HR People analytics, reporting and trends Wellbeing, inclusion and employee experience
How will I learn?
Scenario-based workshops and role plays Case studies and HR simulations Group projects and applied problem solving Industry projects based on real issues Internships and work-integrated learning Reflective practice and self-awareness activities
Entry requirements
What if English is not my first Language? Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 5.5 Listening 5.5 Reading 5.5 Writing 5.5 Speaking If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.