Master of Human Resource Management

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The objectives of the Master in Human Resource Management are to:

  • To develop an understanding of theory and practice in the overall human resource management areas;
  • To help students prepare effectively, through broadening their knowledge, skills and ability for a career as human resource specialists;
  • To inculcate a sense of appreciation for innovative thinking in human resource management areas, particularly in understanding organizational theory and its application to organizational development;
  • To develop the ability to sensibly solve employees and organizational issues; and
  • To provide a reliable basis for further professional or educational enhancement in the future.

Placing the right people in the right job is the most important role of human resource management. To carry out this task, the human resource management itself must be staffed with the right people in the first place. This is a requirement that a human resource department should fulfill if it wants to recruit people with the right skills. Today, employees are looked upon as assets who can help to organisational goals. Therefore, trained and qualified human resource professionals should and would have an edge in the job market.

The MHRM programme in OUM provides learners with the opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge in human resource management and to manage people in organization effectively.

Assoc Prof Abdul Rahim Mohamed Amin
Programme Director

Tel (Office) :
603 7801 1942

Email :
rahim_amin@oum.edu.my

Fees

Malaysian Learner Fees
Year 1 Year 2
Sem 1 RM5,004 RM5,004
Sem 2 RM5,004 RM1,668
Sem 3 RM5,004 RM1,668
Total RM 23,352

* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.

* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.

Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens

The University offers 50% discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
The discounts are not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.

Note
Processing fee: RM50
Re-registration fee of RM220 per semester is chargeable for extension of Masters Projects.

Financial options: Payment Mode:
EPF (Account 2); or JomPAY
Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; or Internet Banking
HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); or Debit/Credit Card.
International Learner Fees
Year 1 Year 2
Sem 1 RM6,005 RM6,005
Sem 2 RM6,005 RM2,006
Sem 3 RM6,005 RM2,006
Total RM 28,024

Notes:
1 – Fees applicable to International applicants
2 – The fee above excludes registration fee, processing fee and resource fee. Fee imposed first semester only-non refundable . (Diploma RM2,700; Bachelor RM3,200, Master RM3,700, PhD/Doctorate RM4,200).
3 – Financial method: Telegraphic Transfer , PayPal (Invoice will be prepared in MYR and will be added 6% to cover PayPal transaction fees.)
4 – The fees are for subject fees only and are not applicable for research, registration, repeating of subjects and other fees.
5 – 60% payment of the semester fees must be made before the semester starts, 40% payment before the examination week.

* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
**LATEST UPDATE: 30 August 2022

Entry Requirements

Normal Entry

  1. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
  2. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment*; OR
  3. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment**; OR
  4. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses***; OR
  5. Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.

English competency requirements (International student): Achieve a minimum Band 4 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2) **.

Notes:

*internal assessment(item ii) ·   Field: Business Management and Human Resource Management
·   Grade B (65%)
**internal assessment(item iii) ·   Field: Business Management and Human Resource Management
·   Prepare portfolio (at least 5 years experience)
***pre-requisite courses(item iv) ·   Subjects: BBPP1103 Principles of Management & BBPB2013 Human Resource Management
·   Grade B (65%)

 

OR

APEL.A entry

  • Possess an APEL.A certificate from MQA for admission into Master’s programmes;

OR

  • Malaysian; and
  • 30 years old and above in the year of application; and
  • Possess relevant previous working experience/learning; and
  • Pass APEL.A assessment by OUM for Master’s programmes; and
  • Possess the following qualification:
    1. STPM/Recognised Diploma; or
    2. Matriculation/Foundation (credit score 50-52 credits; CGPA grade 2.00 and above; minimum study period of 1 year); or
    3. A-Level (minimum 3 courses; minimum grade E; duration of study minimum 18 months); or
    4. International Baccalaureate Diploma (minimum 6 courses and 3 core elements; minimum grade of 24 points; duration of study minimum 2 years).

Program Structure

Core Courses
Subject Name Credit Hours
Human Resource Management 3
Organisational Behaviour 3
Human Resource Planning, Recruitment and Selection 3
Human Resource Development 3
Performance Management 3
Compensation Management 3
Occupational, Safety and Health 3
Cross Cultural Management & Diversity 3
Research Method 3
Elective Courses and Master’s Project
Any THREE (3) of the Elective Courses 9
Master’s Project 6
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 42

 

Choose any THREE (3) Elective Courses
Subject Name Credit Hours
Information Technology for Managers 3
Industrial Relations 3
Organisation and Business Management 3
Career Development 3
Organisational Development and Change 3

FAQs

  1. What is MHRM?
    Master of Human Resource Management
  1. Why need a master’s degree in human resource management?
    To equip learners with the knowledge needed to face human resource challenges and prepare learners as an expert to lead a strategic planningof a business to face human capital challenges.
  1. What are the entry requirements of MHRM?
    a. Bachelor degree with CGPA of 2.50 above (out of 4.00), or
    b. Bachelor degree with CGPA of 2.50 below and subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience, or
    c. STPM/Matriculation/Foundation/A-Level, Malaysian age more than 30 years old with working experience, and should pass the assessment (conducted by OUM).
  1. What would you study in MHRM?
    Recruitment and selection, human resource development, compensation management, performance management, occupational safety and health, and others elective courses related to human resource management.
  1. What is the duration of study?
    2 years or 6 semesters.
  1. How much are the fees for Malaysian and permanent residents?
    RM23,352 for 2 years.
  1. How much are the fees for International students?
    Registration fees of RM1, 000 and an additional 20% of the tuition fees, and subject to currency rate.
  1. What are your career prospects?
    Learners may enter careers in human resource, trainer, consulting, specialist, and any careers related to human resource management.
  1. What is the delivery mode?
    The classes are conducted fully online with video lecturer, forums, and virtual face-to-face tutor meeting. The virtual face-to-face tutor meetingis conducted on weekends or evening.
  1. How many courses should be taken?
    9 compulsory courses, 3 elective courses, and 1 project paper.
  1. How many courses are there per semester?
    3 courses.
  1. How to grade student performance?
    Some courses based on 100% assignment, and some courses 60% assignment + 40% final examination.
  1. Where can I find out about funding?
    For Malaysian, you may withdraw their EPF contributions from Account II to finance their study.
  1. How do I apply?
    Login to www.oum.edu.my and click ‘APPLY NOW’
  2. What will happen when I’ve sent my application?
    Just wait our officer will contact you.

Fees

RM23,352.00
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