On trend
Our world-leading experts at Massey will get you up to speed with the latest trends in the HR and employment field.
Get hands-on
As part of your study get involved in projects across a variety of industries. Build a network of HR contacts with Massey.
Top-rated
Massey's Business School is ranked in the top 5% of business colleges worldwide by AACSB International.
Overview
Good human resources and safe work practices are key to any thriving business.
Learn from our world-leading experts, with experience in the human resources industry and specialisations such as diversity and living wages. Discover new trends in human resources, occupational safety, and employment relations. Get hands-on with projects for different industries and organisations. Link with human resources contacts while you study, including internships.
Studying human resources and employment is a good fit if you:
- enjoy business studies or psychology
- want to help make work a better place for all – employers and workers
- like managing relationships between people.
Key topics
Courses in human resources and employment may cover:
- employment relations and law
- equity and diversity in the workplace
- health and safety, including staff wellbeing
- hiring and managing staff
- organisational culture.
Bachelor of Business – BBus
Massey’s Bachelor of Business empowers you to explore and master your business knowledge and skills.
How to study human resources and employment
Discover what we offer if you’re interested in human resources and employment – whether you’re coming to university for the first time, changing direction or returning to advance your study or career.
Undergraduate study
Undergraduate study An undergraduate qualification is generally the first thing you’ll study at university. In some qualifications you can choose what subject you’d like to specialise in.
Bachelor's degrees
Bachelor of Business – BBus
When you study the Bachelor of Business you will become a well-rounded business professional by building research and practice-informed knowledge and developing a comprehensive skillset for a successful career in business.
Human Resource Management and Employment Relations – Bachelor of Business
The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management and Employment Relations) will give you the theoretical, policy and business skills you need to understand, manage and collaborate effectively with people in the workplace.
Occupational Health and Safety – Bachelor of Health Science
Massey’s Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Health and Safety) will give you essential skills for a career in the health industry.
Graduate diplomas
Human Resource Management – Graduate Diploma in Business Studies
Keen for a career in human resource management? By studying Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Business Studies (Human Resource Management) you can change the direction of your career.
Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety – GradDipOHS
With a Massey Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, you can improve the working lives of New Zealanders, while boosting your career.
Postgraduate study
Postgraduate study Once you’ve graduated with a bachelor’s degree – or have equivalent experience – you’ll be ready to take on postgraduate study.
Master's degrees
Executive Master of Business Administration – EMBA
The Executive MBA (EMBA) is designed for leaders who want to shape the future. With a focus on strategy, governance and leadership it moves your career into senior leadership – both in New Zealand and globally.
Master of Business Studies – MBS
Gain in-depth specialist business skills that will take your career to the next level.
Human Resource Management – Master of Business Studies
Gain in-depth specialist business skills that will help take your career to the next level.
Human Resource Management – Master of Management
Gain the human resource management knowledge and strategic skills to help elevate your career and maximise the potential of people within your organisation.
Postgraduate certificates
Postgraduate Certificate in Business – PGCertBus
Whether you’re interested in a specific professional development course, or entry to further study, the Postgraduate Certificate in Business offers the flexibility to study in the areas you choose.
Postgraduate diplomas
Postgraduate Diploma in Business – PGDipBus
Gain practical business skills that employers are searching for with Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Business. You’ll be able to design this qualification to suit your interests and your lifestyle.
PhD and other doctoral degrees
Doctor of Philosophy – PhD
A prestigious research qualification that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research in your chosen field.
Jobs in human resources and employment
Human resources (HR) and employment careers span most organisations, from working with small businesses to corporates or government departments. Some of our graduates work in general HR. Others specialise in training or strategy. Many go into general management roles.
Careers include:
- health and safety advisors
- HR managers or HR advisors
- HR specialists in learning and development or people and culture
- policy analysts, who often work in government
- recruiters, who find the right people for the right roles
- workplace relations advisors, who specialise in areas such as collective bargaining or dispute resolution.
Annual salary ranges for jobs
- Employment relations advisor – $68,000 to $113,000
- Occupational health and safety advisor – $68,000 to $111,000
- Human resources specialist – $67,000 to $112,000
- Management consultant - $72,000 to $139,000
- Training and development advisor – $62,000 to $99,000
Salary ranges disclaimer
Indicative pay rates are:
- in New Zealand dollars
- based on Tahatū Career Navigator website data.
Which human resources and employment qualification?
Examples of where our qualifications may take you.
| Examples of what you could study | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management and Employment Relations) | HR advisor or manager, workplace relations advisor, learning and development specialist |
| Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Health and Safety) | Health and safety advisor, occupational health consultant |
|
Master of Business Studies (Human Resource Management) Master of Management (Human Resource Management) |
Management and consulting roles |
Accreditations and rankings
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Massey Business School is rated in the top 5% of global business colleges by AACSB International.
Association of MBAs (AMBA)
Massey's MBA programmes (MBA and EMBA) are accredited by the Association of MBAs
Skills Development Group
Massey Business School and Skills Development Group have a collaborative partnership to offer development pathways that transform talented people into valuable managers, visionary leaders and global executives.
ShanghaiRanking – Business Administration
Massey University is ranked #2 in New Zealand for business administration by ShanghaiRanking.
QS Ranking - Business Management Studies
Massey University is ranked by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) as one of the top 500 universities for business and management.
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