APU University BA in Human Resource Management

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APU BA in Human Resource Management (HRM) provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the practices and principles of managing human capital within organizations. The curriculum typically encompasses key areas such as training and development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational behavior, and labor law. Using this knowledge, graduates can follow various career paths, including HR generalist, recruitment specialist, training and development coordinator, compensation analyst, and employee relations manager.

Program Outline

APU BA in Human Resource Management aims to teach students:

• A comprehension of the background, essence, function, and importance of managerial tasks performed by HRM professionals across various establishments.
• A chance to formulate thoroughly investigated, coherent, and comprehensive solutions to complex challenges in unpredictable and  changing environments.
• Practical experience that helps you to be proficient in the field of human resource management.
• An extensive set of employability skills, including analytical thinking, dealing with issues, and deciphering skills, proficient verbal and written communication, leveraging IT and business tools, and the capability to delve into issues pertaining to human resource management.

Degree Level 1

Students will obtain foundational knowledge in the backdrop of business functions such as Management, Law, Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing. Additionally, they will be introduced to essential business communication techniques, IT and computing capabilities, and analytical methodologies, increasing self reliant learning. All programs under Business Management share a unified first year, ensuring a robust foundation in business management concepts and methodologies.

Common Courses

• 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

Degree Level 2

Students will study more advanced topics like how people behave, the right ways to do business, how to think critically in management, and how to communicate in different cultures. They will also learn deeply about how human resources work. Additionally, they will understand more about the main business tasks using software from a company called SAP. APU will also help them learn on their own, which will be useful when they start working or want to research more.

Common Courses

• Behavioral Science in Organization
• Business Ethics and Governance
• Business Research Methods
• Delivering Customer Value
• Social Psychology

Specialized Courses

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

Elective Courses (Choose 2)

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

Internship

To bridge the gap between academic and professional worlds, students will experience an Internship or Industrial Training for at least 16 weeks. This ensures they transition smoothly from academic settings to real world jobs.

Degree Level 3

In year 3, using what they have learned from school and work, students will learn more by looking at current and real world problems in managing people at work. The lessons are made to help them use skills and information needed for jobs in this area. They will also learn how to lead and make big plans, so they can become top business leaders around the world. In the last year, they will do a project by themselves, showing what they know and can do in the topic they choose.

Common Courses

• Strategic Management

Specialized Courses

• 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 Courses (Choose 2)

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

MQA Compulsory Subjects

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization (Malaysian Students)
• Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Workplace Professional Skills
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Co-Curriculum

APU-DMU Dual Degree

Students enrolled in the Bachelor’s Degree Program are presented with the opportunity to join the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. By choosing this pathway, upon graduation, students will be awarded two Degree Certificates & Transcripts: one from Asia Pacific University (APU) in Malaysia and another from De Montfort University (DMU) in the UK.

Duration	Intakes
3 Years (6 Semesters)	14 Mar 2024 | 25 Jul 2024 24 Sep 2024 | 21 Nov 2024

Admission Requirements

General Requirements
Direct Entry to Level 1 of Degree
STPM	• 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.
A-Level	• 2 Passes in A-Level with a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent.
UEC	• 5 Grade B’s in UEC with a Pass in Mathematics and English.
Foundation/ Matriculation	• Passed Foundation program (minimum CGPA of 2.0).
Direct Entry to Level 2 of Degree
Diplomas	• Successful completion of the APU/APIIT Diploma or • Successful completion of studies in another recognized institute with academic credits equivalent to Level 1 of an Honors Degree (Subject to the approval of the APU/APIIT Academic Board)

English Requirements for International Students

• IELTS : 5.5
• TOEFL iBT : 46
• Pearson (PTE) : 51
• MUET : Band 4.0

Career Options

• Compensation & Benefit Manager
• Employee Relations Manager
• HR Manager
• Performance Management Manager
• Public Relations Manager
• Recruitment Manager
• Training & Development Manager
• HR Analyst
• HR Consultant
• HR Director
• Employment Manager
• Talent Champion
• HR Data Analyst
• Compensation Analyst

Course Fees

Malaysian Students	International Students
Year 1: RM 29,800	Year 1: RM 29,800 (USD 7,270)
Year 2: RM 30,900	Year 2: RM 31,500 (USD 7,680)
Year 3: RM 31,800	Year 3: RM 32,200 (USD 7,855)
Total: RM 92,500	Total: RM 93,500 (USD 22,805)