Master of Human Resource Management
- R3-DL/0414/7/0041 (A9398) 07/30
- 6 Semesters / 2 Years 0 Months
- EPF Withdrawal Available
Overview
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.
| Core Courses | |
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
Human Resource Management  | 3 |
| Industrial Relations | 3 |
| Organisational Behaviour | 3 |
| Human Resource Planning, Recruitment and Selection | 3 |
| Human Resource Development | 3 |
| Performance Management | 3 |
| Compensation Management | 3 |
| Business Research Method | 3 |
| Occupational Safety and Health | 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 |
| Organisation and Business Management | 3 |
| Cross Cultural Management & Diversity | 3 |
| Career Development | 3 |
| Organisational Development and Change | 3 |
| Leadership | 3 |
Malaysian Learner Fees
| Year 1 | RM5,004 (Sem 1) | RM5,004 (Sem 2) | RM5,004 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM5,004 (Sem 4) | RM1,668 (Sem 5) | RM1,668 (Sem 6) |
| TOTAL | RM23,352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens
* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
The University offers 50%Â 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:Â RM50
Re-registration fee of RM220 per semester is chargeable for extension of the Research Thesis/DissertationÂ
| 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 | RM6,003 (Sem 1) | RM6,003 (Sem 2) | RM6,003 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM6,003 (Sem 4) | RM2,001 (Sem 5) | RM2,001 (Sem 6) |
| TOTAL | RM28,014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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 RM3,150, Bachelor RM3,650, Master RM4,150, PhD/Doctorate RM4,650).
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: 17 April 2023
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
PEO 1: Demonstrate mastery of theoretical and practical knowledge in human resource management.
PEO 2: Demonstrate comprehensive managerial and entrepreneurial skills to lead effectively and responsibly in different organisations.
PEO 3: Adopt and apply a broad range of digital applications and analytical techniques competently to support business functions.
PEO 4: Demonstrate teamwork, interpersonal communication skills, creativity and innovation skills.
PEO 5: Commit and seek learning for continuous development.
PEO 6: Apply a range of research skills for complex business and management issues
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
PLO 1: Display ethics and professionalism in work. (Knowledge and understanding)
PLO 2:Resolve complex problems by providing recommendations to business organisations.
(Cognitive skills)
PLO 3:Demonstrate the ability to carry out a project / research relevant to a business context independently and ethically.
(Practical skills)
PLO 4:Demonstrate effective and cogent written and oral communication and collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
(Interpersonal skills)
PLO 5: Display leadership skills and responsibility in managing business organisation.
(Communication skills)
PLO 6:Demonstrate relevant digital skills for research/work/study.
(Digital skills)
PLO 7:Assess different quantitative and qualitative research techniques to support decision -making and problem -solving in work/study
(Numeracy skills)
PLO 8:Display leadership skills and responsibility in managing business organisation
(Leadership, autonomy and responsibility)
PLO 9:Display continuous self-improvement for academic and career development
Personal skills)
PLO 10:Display continuous self-improvement for academic and career development
(Entrepreneurial skills)
PLO 11: Display ethics and professionalism in work.
(Ethics and professionalism)
Credit Award (APEL.C)
This programme applicable for Credit Award (APEL.C). More Info: https://apel.oum.edu.my/apel-c-credit-award/
FAQs
- What is MHRM?
Master of Human Resource Management
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- What is the duration of study?
2 years or 6 semesters.
- How much are the fees for Malaysian and permanent residents?
RM23,352 for 2 years.
- 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.
- What are your career prospects?
Learners may enter careers in human resource, trainer, consulting, specialist, and any careers related to human resource management.
- 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.
- How many courses should be taken?
9 compulsory courses, 3 elective courses, and 1 project paper.
- How many courses are there per semester?
3 courses.
- How to grade student performance?
Some courses based on 100% assignment, and some courses 60% assignment + 40% final examination.
- Where can I find out about funding?
For Malaysian, you may withdraw their EPF contributions from Account II to finance their study.
- How do I apply?
Login to www.oum.edu.my and click ‘APPLY NOW’ - What will happen when I’ve sent my application?
Just wait our officer will contact you.
Do you have more questions?
Here are some common types of career fields and examples of career opportunities for graduates with a Master of Human Resource Management degree:
| Career Field | Career Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Human Resource Generalist | 1. HR Manager 2. HR Consultant 3. HR Business Partner 4. Employee Relations Specialist |
| Talent Acquisition | 1. Recruiter 2. Talent Acquisition Manager 3. Onboarding Specialist 4. Sourcing Analyst |
| Training and Development | 1. Training Manager 2. Learning and Development Specialist 3. Training Coordinator |
| Compensation and Benefits | 1. Compensation Analyst 2. Benefits Administrator 3. Total Rewards Specialist 4. Payroll Manager |
| Organizational Development | 1. Organizational Development Specialist 2. Change Management Consultant 3. Leadership Development Manager |
| Labor Relations | 1. Labor Relations Specialist 2. Union Organizer 3. Collective Bargaining Consultant |
| HR Technology and Analytics | 1. HR Data Analyst 2. HR Systems Manager 3. HR Technology Consultant 4. People Analytics Specialist |
| Diversity and Inclusion | 1. Diversity and Inclusion Manager 2. Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist 3. Cultural Competency Trainer |
| International HR | 1. International HR Manager 2. Global Mobility Specialist 3. Expatriate Manager 4. Cross-Cultural Trainer |
| Consulting | 1. HR Consultant 2. Management Consultant 3. Organizational Consultant 4. Executive Coach |
Please note that the specific job titles and roles can vary based on the organization and its size. Graduates with a Master of Human Resource Management degree have a wide range of career opportunities across various industries and sectors.
The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.
The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.
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