Master of Educational Studies

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) program at the University of Wollongong in Dubai equips students with the knowledge and skills to manage human resources effectively. Accredited by CIPD, AACSB, and AHRI, this program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering employee relations, recruitment, strategic HR, and more. Graduates are prepared for careers in HR management, talent acquisition, and other related fields in various industries.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objective:

To develop knowledge and people management skills required to manage the most valuable resource in any organization – the human resource! This program will prepare graduates in the application of data analytics to plan and make decisions to assess employee placement and in turn provide motivation on the job.

Description:

• The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to be successful leaders and business strategists in the field of Human Resource Management.
• It covers a wide range of topics, including employee relations, management of change, HR operations, recruitment and selection, strategic human resource management, learning and development, and occupational health and safety.
• The program also focuses on current trends and preparing graduates for the future of work by providing them with the opportunity to participate in industry-based projects and learn about HR practices in the contemporary business context.
• Students will have the opportunity to graduate with a double major by choosing one more specialization from the list of specializations offered under Bachelor of Business.
• Our Bachelor of Business major in Human Resource Management degree (previously known as Bachelor of Commerce: Human Resource Management) is accredited by the human resource professional body Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and graduates will become Associate Member of CIPD upon graduation.

Outline:

Structure:

• Duration: 3 Years Bachelor Degree (24 subjects) or 4 Years Bachelor Degree with Integrated Freshman Year (32 subjects)
• Classes commence in September (Autumn), January (Winter), or April (Spring)

Program Structure:

• To qualify for the Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management), a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit points comprising of subjects from a common business subjects, specialised subjects required for major, general electives, general education subjects and a final year project.

Year 1:

• Accounting for Decision Making
• Principles of Responsible Business
• Statistics for Business
• Economic Essentials for Business
• Introductory Principles of Finance
• Marketing Principles
• Introduction to Management
• Choose 1 Elective from the following options:
• Accounting Principles
• Economics and Society
• Business Oriented Information Systems

Year 2:

• Organizational Behaviour
• Managing Human Resources
• Recruitment & Selection
• Employee Relations Management
• Choose 1 UAE Studies Subject
• Urban Sociology
• Public Health
• UAE and International Relations
• Society and Environment – Resources, Challenges, Futures
• Compulsory Arabic Language Subject or Challenge Test
• General Elective Requirement
• Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Tradition, Secularism & Modernity
• Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Year 3:

• Management of Change
• Strategic Management
• Workplace Health & Safety Management
• Learning and Development in Organizations
• Capstone Subject: Integrative Business Capstone
• Choose Any 3 Business Subjects as Elective
• Click here to view all business subjects

Assessment:

Assessment methods:

• The assessment methods used in the program may vary depending on the individual modules.
However, they may include:
• Assignments
• Exams
• Presentations
• Group projects
• Case studies

Assessment criteria:

• The assessment criteria used in the program will be based on the learning outcomes for each module.
However, they may include:
• Knowledge and understanding
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Communication and presentation skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Professionalism and ethics

Teaching:

Teaching methods:

• The teaching methods used in the program will vary depending on the individual modules.
However, they may include:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Guest speakers
• Field trips

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified academics who are experts in their field.

Unique approaches:

• The program uses a variety of innovative teaching methods to engage students and help them learn.
These methods include:
• Blended learning
• Problem-based learning
• Project-based learning
• Experiential learning

Careers:

Career paths:

• Graduates of this program can pursue a variety of careers in the field of Human Resource Management, including:
• HR Manager
• Talent acquisition specialist
• HR operations lead
• HR consultant
• HR analytics specialist
• Training coordinator
• Recruiter
• Employee relations manager
• Learning & development executive
• Talent coordinator
• HR data analyst
• Inclusion & Diversity manager

Career opportunities:

• Graduates of this program will be well-equipped to find employment in a variety of industries, including:
• Government
• Private sector
• Non-profit organizations
• International organizations

Other:

Accreditation and Recognition:

• The program is accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and is licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).
• In addition, the degree is quality assured by UOW, which is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator of the higher education sector in Australia.
• Students will be issued a UOW Australia degree upon graduation.

Professional Accreditation:

• The program is accredited by the following professional bodies:
• The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
• The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), UK
• The Australian Institute of Human Resources (AHRI)

Additional Information:

• Students have the opportunity to participate in a 12-month paid internship program.
• Students have the opportunity to graduate with a double major.
• The program is offered in a flexible blended learning format.
• The program is offered at a competitive price.

Conclusion:

The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) program at the University of Wollongong in Dubai is a comprehensive and rigorous program that will prepare students for a successful career in the field of Human Resource Management. The program offers a strong foundation in HR theory and practice, as well as the opportunity to gain practical experience through internships and other opportunities. The program is also accredited by a number of professional bodies, which will give graduates a competitive edge in the job market.