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Melbourne Study Centre, Hobart, Launceston, Online
Introduction
HR professionals are expected to understand and practice human resource management aligned with organisational goals. This unit integrates theory and research to develop students' understanding of evidence-based human resource management and professional skills. Human resources management is widely recognised as a critical component in gaining a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Today’s HR professionals are expected to understand and practise human resource management that is strategically aligned with organisational goals and creates value for the organisation. This unit integrates HRM theory and practical knowledge to develop students understanding of evidence-based human resource management, and their professional skills, in human resource practice.
Summary
| Unit name | Human Resource Management in Action |
| Unit code | BMA220 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Management |
| Coordinator | Ms Freya Beech |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania and Third Party(ies): ECA |
| Level | Intermediate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
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| Melbourne Study Centre | Semester 2 |
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| Hobart | Semester 2 |
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| Online | Semester 2 |
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- Key:
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 2 | 5/7/2026 | 27/7/2026 | 30/8/2026 | 24/10/2026 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply key HRM theories, principles and practices in proposing solutions to people management issues in organisations.
- Demonstrate the application of scholarly and practitioner evidence in developing HRM systems to improve human resource management practices.
- Communicate HR information orally and in written format using professional language.
- Perform independently and collaboratively in diverse teams to complete allocated HR tasks.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| 080303 | $2,174.00 | $1,703.00 | not applicable | $3,284.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
BMA121 or ZAA132Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
BMA318Teaching
| Assessment | HR Metrics Report (30%)|Telecollaboration Project (30%)|Management Report (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
There is no prescribed text set for this unit. See the unit reading list for access to the required readings in this unit |
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| Recommended | Recommended readings In addition to the texts recommended above, you are also expected to be familiar with the key academic journals in the discipline from which useful insights may be derived. In particular, you are encouraged to review regularly the relevant papers that are published in:
Reading Lists Reading Lists provide direct access to all material on unit reading lists in one place. This includes eReadings and items in Reserve. You can access the Reading List for this unit from the link in MyLO, or by going to the Reading Lists page on the University Library website. |
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