Workforce Capabilities

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
HRES 2006
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Course ID
200268
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Management
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Gerry Treuren
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Course level
5
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course develops students advanced knowledge of the theory and practice of managing workforce capabilities strategically, including planning and data analytics, engagement and work design, diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI), recruitment and retention, learning and development, reward and performance management, health and safety, sustainability and social responsibility. This course explores how alignments between human resource management (HRM) functions and the organisations overarching strategic goals and objectives are achieved and delves into the best-fit approach to managing workforce capabilities. Students will explore how the present and future set of knowledge, skills and abilities of the workforce are essential to enable an organisation to adapt and succeed in dynamic business environments.

  • HR's Role in Organisational Performance
  • Suitable HR Strategy & Practice
  • Challenges for HR Practice

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate advanced knowledge of people management theory and practice.
  • Identify and interpret emerging trends in operational and strategic HR theory and practice.
  • Critically analyse complex environmental and organisational challenges to identify innovative, ethical and sustainable people management strategies and practices.
  • Apply judgement and strategic thinking to identify operational and strategic HR practices that align with organisational objectives.
  • Identify and critically assess ethical dimensions and challenges in strategic HRM practice.
  • Demonstrate advanced problem solving, personal autonomy, ethical awareness, written and professional communication skills.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 03/07/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 19/06/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 17/07/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 31/07/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 40017
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Jun - 6 Aug Thursday 5:10pm - 7pm Adelaide City Campus East Nexus10, 704/705
Notes:
Master Business Administration Students Only

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course