Study Human Resource Management (HRM) and Employment Relations (ER) and gain the knowledge and skills to create more effective workplace practices. Develop an understanding of how good human resource management can make a difference in people's working lives.
Study how people are managed into, through and out of organisations. You might focus on areas like recruitment and selection, training and development, and pay and remuneration.
Study Employment Relations and learn how employment relationships are regulated. You'll gain an insight into employment issues within New Zealand and internationally, and look at the interaction between the Government, trade unions and employers and their organisations.
The lecturers had so much passion and they passed that on to me.
Full storyLaura Featherstone
Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Human Resources Management and Employment Relations
Your lecturers are active researchers in the field of work and employment, contributing nationally and internationally to the development of innovative ideas and knowledge.
For over 45 years, the University's Centre for Labour, Employment and Work (CLEW) has been leading research into areas like collective bargaining and the role of trade unions, the changing world of work and the impact of employment practices on the performance of organisations.
The School of Management is in the centre of the capital city, providing unique connections with employers, unions and government.
Wellington School of Business and Government is among a select group of fewer than 130 business schools worldwide that hold the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education accreditations. By studying here, you can be confident your qualification will be recognised globally for its quality.
Find out more about university accreditations and what they mean for you.
As our country grows, our businesses do too. Increasingly more organisations are choosing to invest in their staff—and they need human resources and employment relations professionals to help manage this.
You might find work in a government department, a large company, medium business, a union or with a recruitment consultant.
The thriving city of Wellington is a great place to be a student. It's easy to get around, full of fun things to do and places to go and it's all set amid the backdrop of a beautiful blue harbour and leafy green hills.
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you get the best out of your time at university.
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