Indigenising Human Resource Management (MGMT90302)
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Overview
| Availability | July - Online |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject examines Indigenous ways of managing human resources in an organisational context, starting from their own standpoint and cultural foundations, and building out practices that reshape conventional HR practices, governance structures, and organizational dynamics. With a profound focus on the ontological foundations of 'work’ and ‘workplaces’, the subject aims to link Indigenous people management practices with Indigenous cultural mandates, driving well-being, environmental sustainability, and inclusion. Through a critical examination of colonial foundations and assumptions inherent in HR, students will learn how to adopt decolonising approaches aimed at promoting inclusivity, belonging, and relationality. This subject emphasizes the development of students Indigenous standpoint in the incorporation of Indigenous perspectives, including Dreaming stories and ontologies, into HR and business design processes to challenge dominant narratives and foster cultural responsiveness.
Drawing inspiration from Native and Indigenous philosophies, students explore the very essence of ‘work’ and ‘workplaces’ in Indigenous contexts, examining how these foundations can foster inclusive workplaces that align with cultural values. The subject applies Indigenous standpoint and philosophical principles to HR practices, ensuring that work becomes a conduit for cultural richness, well-being, and environmental stewardship within Indigenous organisations.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing in the context of people management
- Apply Indigenous standpoint and philosophies to HR ethics and well-being in the workplace
- Propose innovative HR strategies rooted in Indigenous wisdom
- Critically examine and discuss the intersection of Indigenous standpoint, philosophy and HR
- Collaborate effectively in applying Indigenous principles in the workplace
Generic skills
- Critical evaluation of evidence in support of an argument or proposition
- Problem solving in management through the application of appropriate management theories, principles and data
- Demonstrate a capacity to successfully engage in collaborative activities such as group-based work and activities
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Individual / Personal standpoint critical reflection
| Week 3 | 30% |
Context of workplace essay
| Week 6 | 30% |
Individual Presentation: My standpoint in the workplace
| Week 8 | 40% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- July - Online
Coordinator Mark Jones Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 1.5 hours per week for 8 weeks of online seminars Total time commitment 136 hours Teaching period 24 July 2025 to 11 September 2025 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2025 Census date 8 August 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 29 August 2025 Assessment period ends 12 September 2025
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
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Last updated: 4 March 2025