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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Human Resource Management

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Program overview

Embark on a transformative journey with APU University Malaysia Bachelor (Hons) in Human Resource Management program. Explore a myriad of invaluable insights and skills, detailed below:

What you will learn in a glance?

In the first year, students will acquire a basic understanding of the business context. They will study subjects such as management, law, accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, and marketing. Additionally, students will develop business and communication skills, computing and IT skills, quantitative skills, and independent learning capabilities. The common first year provides a solid foundation in business management theories and practices, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future studies.

Moving into the second year builds upon the foundational knowledge gained in the first year and introduces a more advanced curriculum. Students will explore subjects such as behavioural science, business ethics and governance, critical thinking in management, and international culture and communications. They will also develop a comprehensive understanding of human resource management, including its discipline and core practices. Through the use of industry-leading software supported by SAP, students will gain further insight into core business processes. Independent learning will continue to be nurtured to prepare students for the workplace and further research.

During the 16-week internship or industrial training, students will undertake a minimum 16-week internship or industrial training. This internship offers practical exposure to the working environment, facilitating a smooth transition from the classroom to the professional world. It provides students with hands-on experience, allowing them to apply their knowledge and develop essential skills relevant to human resource management.

In the third year, students will utilize their previous studies and industrial experience to tackle practical and modern issues in human resource management. They will engage in modules that facilitate the application of job-related skills and knowledge in the field. The curriculum will focus on leadership and strategic management skills, aiming to groom students as global business leaders. A final-year project will require students to explore a topic individually, allowing them to demonstrate their academic and practical abilities in their chosen area of study.

Dual Degrees from APU and DMU United Kindom

Students who joined the Bachelor (Hons) in Human Resource Management at APU University Malaysia will have the option to apply for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will be able to get 2 Degree Certificates and transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia, and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK. please note this is optional and costs GBP 375 Per year. For more information about this Scheme (Click here)

Entry Requirements

SPTM

• 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) and a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Curriculum

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Year 1

COMMON MODULES

  • Introduction to Management
  • Accounting Skills
  • Business and Communications Skills
  • Business Economics
  • Business Law
  • Digital Thinking and Innovation
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
  • Marketing
  • People Management
  • Quantitative Skills

Year 2

COMMON MODULES

  • Behavioural Science in Organisation
  • Business Ethics and Governance
  • Business Research Methods
  • Delivering Customer Value
  • Social Psychology

SPECIALISED MODULES

  • Employee Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Law
  • International Culture and Communications
  • Occupational Safety and Health

ELECTIVE MODULES (CHOOSE 2)

  • Managing Finance OR Financial Management
  • Critical Thinking in Management OR Introduction to Taxation

Year 3

COMMON MODULES

  • Strategic Management

SPECIALISED MODULES

  • Human Resource Management Project
  • International Human Resource Management
  • Investigations in Human Resource Management
  • Leadership Theory and Practice
  • Managing People and Performance
  • HR Analytics
  • Contemporary Issues in HRM
  • Strategic Human Resource Management

ELECTIVE MODULES (CHOOSE 2)

  • Managing Change OR Building Customer Relationship
  • Human Factors Psychology OR Corporate Restructuring

Available scholarships

  • Yemeni & Palestinian Student Discount

    Up to 30% coverage

    A 30% tuition fee discount is available to students from Yemen and Palestine, with no prerequisite conditions. This 30% deduction is applied annually and will be deducted from the tuition fee each year of study.

  • International Student Discount

    Up to 30% coverage

    Up to 30% tuition fee discount is available to i International students. To qualify for this discount, Applicants must present their official high school certificate upon application.

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Business manager
  • Marketing specialist
  • Accountant
  • Financial analyst
  • Entrepreneur

Is this program right for you?

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