Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 or 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 79 or higher.

The University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers various scholarship opportunities to support international students in their academic journey. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, provide financial assistance, and make higher education more accessible to students from diverse backgrounds. 

UOWD Merit Scholarships: UOWD offers merit-based scholarships to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs and are awarded based on the student's previous academic achievements. The scholarship typically covers a percentage of the tuition fees, providing significant financial support to high-achieving students.

UOWD Excellence Scholarships: The Excellence Scholarship is designed to recognize students who excel in both academics and extracurricular activities. This scholarship is aimed at students who have shown leadership potential, outstanding achievements, or significant contributions to their communities. The UOWD Excellence Scholarship provides international students with a partial tuition fee waiver, helping them access a world-class education at an affordable cost.

UOWD Early Bird Discount: For international students who apply early to study at UOWD, the university offers an Early Bird Discount. This discount is a percentage of the total tuition fee, provided to students who meet the early application deadlines. It is an excellent opportunity for international students to reduce their educational expenses while ensuring they secure a place at the university.

Government and External Scholarships: In addition to UOWD-specific scholarships, international students may also explore scholarships from various government bodies or external organizations. These scholarships are typically offered by the UAE government or international institutions and can help cover tuition fees, living expenses, or travel costs. UOWD provides guidance and assistance to students seeking to apply for these external scholarships.

UOWD Sports Scholarships: UOWD recognizes the importance of sports in student development and offers sports scholarships to talented athletes. International students who excel in sports can apply for these scholarships, which offer financial support to help them balance their academic and athletic. Sports scholarships are awarded based on performance and contribution to university sports teams or events.

UOWD Need-Based Scholarships: UOWD also offers need-based scholarships to international students who demonstrate financial need. These scholarships are aimed at supporting students who may have difficulty affording tuition fees but have the potential to succeed academically. Need-based scholarships provide partial financial assistance to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder a student’s academic progress.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) program at the University of Wollongong, Dubai (UOWD) are prepared to take on leadership roles in managing human resources, recruitment, employee relations, organizational development, and strategic workforce planning. The program equips students with the skills to manage the complexities of human resources in a globalized business environment. 

Human Resources Manager: As HR managers, graduates can oversee an organization’s HR department, managing everything from recruitment and talent acquisition to employee training, performance management, and employee relations. They ensure that HR practices align with organizational goals and legal requirements.

Recruitment Consultant: Recruitment consultants specialize in sourcing, interviewing, and placing candidates in suitable job positions. They work for recruitment agencies or within HR departments of organizations to attract and hire top talent, from entry-level to senior management roles.

Training and Development Manager: Training and development managers focus on identifying the training needs within an organization and developing programs to enhance employees' skills. They create professional development initiatives that improve employee performance and contribute to organizational success.

Employee Relations Specialist: Graduates can work as employee relations specialists, focusing on managing relationships between employees and management. They help resolve workplace conflicts, ensure compliance with labor laws, and promote a positive work environment.

Compensation and Benefits Manager: In this role, professionals design and manage employee compensation structures, including salary, bonuses, benefits, and rewards programs. They ensure that the organization’s compensation strategies are competitive and align with industry standards.

Organizational Development Specialist: Organizational development specialists focus on improving the effectiveness of an organization through strategic change management. They implement initiatives to enhance organizational culture, employee engagement, and overall business performance.

HR Consultant: HR consultants work independently or with consulting firms to advise organizations on HR best practices, recruitment strategies, organizational development, and compliance with labor laws. They provide expert insights into optimizing human resource management processes.

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Talent acquisition specialists are responsible for identifying and attracting top talent to the organization. They manage recruitment campaigns, sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and managing the hiring process to ensure the company recruits the right talent for key roles.

Payroll Manager: Payroll managers are responsible for overseeing the payroll system within an organization, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. They manage tax compliance, deductions, and ensure adherence to payroll regulations.

HR Analyst: HR analysts use data and analytics to assess and improve HR processes. They analyze employee performance, recruitment strategies, compensation plans, and other HR metrics to help organizations make data-driven decisions in their HR practices.

Diversity and Inclusion Manager: Graduates can work as diversity and inclusion managers, where they focus on creating inclusive workplace policies and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.

Labor Relations Specialist: In industries with strong unions, labor relations specialists manage negotiations between employers and unions. They help resolve disputes, ensure fair working conditions, and ensure that labor contracts are adhered to.

Health and Safety Officer: Health and safety officers are responsible for creating and implementing policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. They manage risk assessments, workplace safety training, and compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO): For those who progress into executive roles, the CHRO oversees the entire HR function within a company, setting strategic direction for HR initiatives, managing HR teams, and contributing to overall organizational strategy.