Bachelor of Human Resource Management with Honours

Overview

The programme is designed to produce graduates that would satisfy the country’s need for trained personnel in human resource management. The programme emphasises both breadth (basic knowledge in the various functional areas in management) as well as depth (in the field of human resource management itself).

Learners are required to accumulate 120 credit hours in order to graduate.

*This programme is not available for International intake

MPU Courses

Subject NameCredit Hours
Falsafah Dan Isu Semasa 22
Penghayatan Etika Dan Peradaban 22
Entrepreneurship 23
Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah 23
Community Service2
Total Credit12

University Courses

Subject Name Credit Hours
Learning Skills For 21st Century3
English For Oral Communication3
Professional Ethics3
English For Written Communication3
English For Workplace Communication3
Total Credit 15

Basic Courses

Subject Name Credit Hours
Principles Of Management3
Basic Concepts Of Information Technology3
Thinking Skills And Problem Solving3
Introduction To Communication3
Total Credit 12

Core Courses

Subject Name Credit Hours
International Human Resource Management3
Change Management3
Performance Appraisal3
Human Resource Management3
Principles of Marketing3
Planning, Recruitment And Selection Of Human Resource3
Strategic Management3
Financial Management I3
Research Methodology3
Cross Cultural Management3
Hazard Management3
Employment And Industrial Law3
Knowledge Management3
Management Information System3
Introduction To Guidance And Counseling3
Industrial Relations3
Organisational Behaviour3
Principles Of Macroeconomics3
Principles Of Microeconomics3
Human Resource Development3
Career Planning And Development3
Compensation Management3
Financial Accounting3
Elementary Statistics3
Principles Of Corporate Communication3
Introduction To Psychology3
Mathematics For Management3
Total Credit 81

Malaysian Learner Fees

Year 1RM2,052 (Sem 1)RM2,052 (Sem 2)RM1,824 (Sem 3)
Year 2RM1,824 (Sem 4)RM1,824 (Sem 5)RM2,052 (Sem 6)
Year 3RM2,052 (Sem 7)RM2,052 (Sem 8)RM2,052 (Sem 9)
Year 4RM2,052 (Sem 10)RM2,052 (Sem 11)RM2,052 (Sem 12)
Year 5RM1,368 (Sem 13)RM2,052 (Sem 14)
TOTALRM27,360

Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens

* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.

The University offers 50% discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
The discounts are not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.

Note
Processing fee: RM30

Financial options:Payment Mode:
EPF (Account 2); orJomPAY
Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; orInternet Banking
HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); orDebit/Credit Card.

 


* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.

**LATEST UPDATE: 30 August 2022

PEO1: Possess in-depth and comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in human resource management.

PEO2: Possess comprehensive managerial and entrepreneurial skills to perform effectively and responsibly in different organisations.

PEO3: Use a broad range of digital applications and analytical techniques to support human resource management functions.

PEO4: Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, interpersonal communication, creativity and innovation skills.

PEO5: Commit and seek learning for continuous development.

PLO 1: Assess in-depth theories and concepts in business.
(Knowledge and understanding)

PLO 2: Apply in-depth and comprehensive business knowledge to manage complex problems in business organisations using different approaches.
(Cognitive skills)

PLO 3: Organise tasks/operations effectively and efficiently within business organisations.
(Practical skills)

PLO 4: Demonstrate effective collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
(Interpersonal skills)

PLO 5: Demonstrate effective written and oral communication with diverse stakeholders.
(Communication skills)

PLO 6: Demonstrate relevant digital skills for work/study.
(Digital skills)

PLO 7: Analyse numerical and graphical data to assist decision making in work/study.
(Numeracy skills)

PLO 8: Demonstrate leadership skills and responsibility in managing business organisations.
(Leadership, autonomy and responsibility)

PLO 9: Identify self-improvement for academic and career development.
(Personal skills)

PLO 10: Demonstrate entrepreneurship skills in resolving business problems.
(Entrepreneurial skills)

PLO 11: Organise tasks/operations ethically and flexibly within business organisations.
(Ethics and professionalism)

  1. At what levels are HR programmes offered by Open University Malaysia (OUM)?
    Currently, this course is offered at the diploma, degree and master levels.
  2. Are OUM’s degree programmes offered in full-time or part-time mode?
    All OUM degrees programmes offered in Malaysia are run in part-time mode, specially designed for working adult who intends to pursue their higher education while working.
  3. How does this programme deliver to learners?
    This programme is delivered through Blended mode. It refers to a combination of online study and face-to-face tutorials. Face-to-face tutorials are supplementary, and usually conducted for 3 times in a semester. Further reading, discussions are available through forum and video lecture..
  4. What are the assessment methods for this programme?
    The assessment methods vary from course to course. However, most courses have assignments and final exams..
  5. Does PTPTN loan available?
    The PTPTN loan is only available to Malaysian citizens enrolled in a recognised undergraduate programme. You can only apply for a PTPTN loan after you have applied, been accepted and registered in the programme. Alternatively, you can finance your study through EPF withdrawal..
  6. How soon can I complete the BHRM programme?
    BHRM is a 120 credit-hour programme, which means that it can typically be completed in 14 semesters. That’s approximately 4 ½ years if the programme is completed without any credit transfer, and if learners take the standard 3 courses per semester path. With credit transfer, on the other hand, you can complete you study much earlier..
  7. Upon completion of BHRM programme, what careers can I pursue?
    The field of human resources offers perhaps one of the broadest ranges of career opportunities in the workforce today. A graduate is qualified for the following positions either as a generalist of specialist in area of HR:
  1. Recruiter
  2. Training and Development Coordinator
  3. Payroll Specialist
  4. HR Generalist
  5. Human Resources Manager
  6. Employee Relations Manager
  7. Compensation or Benefit Analyst/Manager
  8. Training and Development Manager.
  9. How does studying this course benefits me in the future?
    Learning this course will exposure you to all area to managing people rightly. You will understand your right as employees clearly and later it helps to prepare you to be a better manager..
  10. Why is this course relevant?
    1. Improve employee turnover through proper planning of HR
    2. We learnt on how to resolve conflict. Though workplace conflict is somewhat inevitable as employees have different personalities, lifestyles and work ethic, bottom line, this course highlights the need to maintain harmonious work environment.
    3. Through planned training and development, equitable compensation and benefit that helps to improve employee performance. Satisfied employees will work beyond and committed to the organisation..
  11. In I am interested to enrol into this programme, who should I contact?
    For academic-related enquiries related to BHRM, feel free to email Dr Abdul Mutalib at abdulmutalib_ma@oum.edu.my or call +603 7801 1206.
    For general enquiries on OUM programmes, email the Marketing Unit at admission@oum.edu.my or call +603-7801 2000.
    You may also visit any of our nearest learning centre for more information.
Here is a table that provides some common types of career fields and examples of career opportunities for graduates with a Bachelor of Human Resource Management with Honors:
Career Field Career Opportunities
Human Resources Management 1. HR Manager or Director
2. Recruitment Specialist
3. Compensation and Benefits Analyst
4. Training and Development Manager
5. Employee Relations Specialist
6. HR Consultant or Advisor
7. Organizational Development Specialist
8. HR Information Systems Manager
9. Diversity and Inclusion Manager
10. Labor Relations Specialist
Talent Acquisition 1. Talent Acquisition Specialist or Manager
2. Corporate Recruiter
3. Executive Search Consultant
4. Campus Recruiter
5. Employer Branding Specialist
6. Onboarding Coordinator
7. Recruitment Marketing Specialist
8. Talent Sourcer
Training and Development 1. Training and Development Manager
2. Learning and Development Specialist
3. Corporate Trainer
4. Instructional Designer
5. E-Learning Developer
6. Training Coordinator
7. Employee Development Specialist
Compensation and Benefits 1. Compensation Analyst
2. Benefits Administrator
3. Total Rewards Manager
4. Compensation and Benefits Consultant
5. Compensation and Benefits Specialist
6. Payroll Manager
Employee Relations 1. Employee Relations Manager
2. HR Investigator
3. Conflict Resolution Specialist
4. Labor Relations Specialist
5. Grievance Officer
Organizational Development 1. Organizational Development Consultant
2. Change Management Specialist
3. Leadership Development Manager
4. Culture and Engagement Specialist
5. Organizational Psychologist
These are just a few examples, and there are many other career opportunities available to graduates with a Bachelor of Human Resource Management with Honors, as HR professionals are needed in various industries and sectors. The specific roles and opportunities may vary depending on the organization and the graduate’s skills and experience.
Syed Hussein Syed Abdul Rahman
Syed Hussein Syed Abdul RahmanJohor Bahru

The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.

Syed Hussein Syed Abdul Rahman
Syed Hussein Syed Abdul RahmanJohor Bahru

The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.

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