BUSM 3085 Human Resource Capability Project
Credit Points 10
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Description This subject engages in work-integrated learning to provide students with authentic HR capabilities in alignment with professional expectations for employability. Students will apply theory and skills developed throughout the major in Human Resource Management to real-world organisational challenges and opportunities. In undertaking the applied project, students will use relevant research to support evidence-based decision-making in demonstrating their own HR capabilities. Students will work in teams to produce an applied project in response to a client scenario and reflect on the challenges of engaging in professional practice in diverse contexts.
School Business
Discipline Human Resource Management
Student Contribution Band
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Pre-requisite(s) BUSM 1049
Equivalent Subjects BUSM 3059
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Collaborate effectively in diverse teams to deliver authentic work-integrated HR solutions.
- Evaluate contemporary HR business issues in context.
- Design practical, real-world solutions to complex HR business challenges.
- Apply professional HR knowledge and skills to produce a business-ready report.
- Reflect critically on the HR capabilities required for professional practice.
Subject Content
- HR Professional Capabilities
- HR in Context: Stakeholders, systems and structures
- Best fit, best practice and HR architecture
- Culture leadership and the ‘big idea’
- HR analytics and digital transformation
- Sustainable HRM
- Consultancy and trusted partnerships
- Working in diverse teams
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Review | 1000 words | 30 | N | Individual | N |
| Applied Project | Weekly verbal report in weeks 7-12 to tutor, 3,000-word report and 5-minute video | 30 | N | Group | N |
| Portfolio | 1,000- word equivalency | 40 | N | Individual | N |
Teaching Periods
Spring (2026)
Bankstown City
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Campbelltown
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Parramatta City - Macquarie St
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