Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management

By the end of this degree you'll be able to:

1. Apply coherent and developed knowledge of human resource management concepts in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking.
2. Apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex problems with reference to established frameworks.
3. Communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences and function as an effective member or leader of a team.
4. Demonstrate integrity, ethical conduct, accountability, respect and a developing awareness of professional practices and cultural norms in a global and sustainable context.

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management equips you with the practical, analytical and ethical leadership skills required to manage and optimise today’s diverse and evolving workforces.

Co-designed with industry experts and professionally accredited by the Australian HR Institute (AHRI), this program aligns with the Australian HR Capability Framework. You’ll gain expertise in employee relations, diversity and inclusion, and workforce leadership — ensuring you graduate with both credibility and career-ready capability.

This qualification prepares you for immediate professional impact and also provides a pathway into further postgraduate study. By completing the Graduate Certificate, you can use your units as credit toward the Master of Business Administration, allowing you to continue your learning and progress seamlessly into further postgraduate study.

Recommended study pattern

The Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management consists of 4 units, and will see you undertake the following studies:

Core units

• Opportunity Discovery, Creativity and Design (ENT60009)
• Employee Relations (HRM60013)
• Human Resource Fundamentals (HRM60018)
• Managing Workplace Diversity and Inclusion (HRM70012).

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management students must complete 50 credit points comprising of:

• Four (4) core units of study (50 credit points).

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Indicative total fee $18,270

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree (or higher award) in a related discipline, or
• A recognised bachelor degree in any discipline PLUS two years relevant professional experience, or
• A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.