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Workplace Wellbeing

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington , New Zealand
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Tuition Fee
NZD 4,693
Start Date
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Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
18 weeks
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Major
Human Resources | Health and Safety | Occupational Safety
Area of study
Business and Administration | Hygiene and occupational health services
Education type
On campus
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
NZD 4,693
About Program

Program Overview

Course Overview

The course HRER 301, Workplace Wellbeing, explores the role of HRM in promoting wellbeing in the workplace. It covers topics such as health and safety, workplace bullying, harassment, stress, and accidents, as well as effective preventative steps and interventions. The course focuses on psychosocial factors in the workplace.


Course Details

  • Dates: 6 July 2026 to 8 November 2026
  • Starts: Trimester 2
  • Fees:
    • Domestic students: NZ$1,020.00
    • International students: NZ$4,693.20
  • Lecture Start Times: Friday, 2.40pm
  • Campus: Pipitea
  • Estimated Workload: Approximately 150 hours or 8.3 hours per week for 18 weeks
  • Points: 15

Entry Restrictions

  • Prerequisites: 30 200 level points
  • Corequisites: None
  • Restrictions: HRIR 306

Taught By

The course is taught by the School of Management — Wellington School of Business and Government.


Disclaimer

This course outline may be subject to change.


Key Dates

Important dates, including mid-trimester teaching breaks, can be found on the University's key dates calendar. Assessment dates will be announced once the course has begun.


About This Course

This course focuses on how both organisations and individuals can promote wellbeing at work, including positive aspects like growth and development, and negative aspects like PTSD, harassment, and bullying. It integrates scholarly rigour with practical skills for students.


Course Learning Objectives

Students who pass this course should be able to:


  1. Explain the influences that shape wellbeing in the workplace and threats to it.
  2. Analyse and critically evaluate HRM practices and their impact on wellbeing at work.
  3. Apply HRM knowledge to improve wellbeing and address harm in the workplace.
  4. Effectively communicate HRM ideas and arguments to stakeholders.

How This Course Is Taught

In 2026, this course is delivered on campus. Lectures are in person and recorded, but not live streamed. Tutorial delivery mode is to be confirmed. The course requires on-campus attendance for assessments.


Assessment

  • Exam: In-person, 2 hours, written exam (30%)
  • Internal Assessment: Details to be announced (70%)

Mandatory Requirements

To pass this course, students must meet the mandatory course requirements, which will be announced.


Lecture Times and Rooms

Lecture times and rooms will be scheduled from 6 July 2026 to 8 November 2026.


What You'll Need to Get

Details of what you need to get for the course will be announced.


Past Versions of This Course

Older versions of this course may be accessible through the course archive.


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