RMIT University
Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 Months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop the expertise to manage diverse teams, resolve conflicts and drive organisational change, while enhancing your ability to think critically and reflect on your professional growth.
Course overview
The Online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management will equip you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in today’s dynamic workplace.
You’ll dive deep into key HRM practices, from understanding the critical role of HR in organisational success to navigating the complexities of employment law and international HR standards. Through hands-on learning, case studies and interactive simulations, you’ll build essential competencies like strategic problem-solving, ethical decision-making and effective communication. You’ll develop the expertise to manage diverse teams, resolve conflicts and drive organisational change – all while honing your ability to think critically and reflect on your own professional growth.
By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to apply innovative HR strategies that address the challenges of the modern workforce and lead organisations toward sustainable success. This is not just a certificate; it’s a launchpad for your career as a trusted HR professional, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in any business setting.
Key facts
What you will study
To complete the Online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, students are required to fulfil these four core subjects:
- Key Concepts in Human Resource Management
- Professional Human Resource Management Practices
- People and Organisations
- Employment Law
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for the Online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, you must have an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent, or a higher-level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
If you do not meet the above entry requirements for the Graduate Certificate, you may be considered if you have five years of work experience.
All applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV).
Suppose your qualification was completed more than 10 years ago. In that case, you will need to provide evidence of ongoing professional work and/or professional development in the same discipline as the program for which you are seeking entry.
English language requirements
You must meet the University’s minimum English language requirements for postgraduate coursework programs to be eligible for a place in this program.
Recognition of Prior Learning
RMIT assesses each student’s prior learning and qualifications to grant credit so you can complete your online postgraduate degree sooner. Your application will be decided on a case-by-case basis. RMIT aims to grant as much credit as possible at the time of offer, so it’s important to provide as much evidence of prior study and work experience as possible with your application. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
By the end of the Online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, you’ll be able to:
- Critically analyse and resolve contemporary and evolving HR issues, accounting for regulatory, ethical, social, economic, political and environmental constructs in technology-driven national and global business contexts.
- Apply cultural and diversity awareness in a broad range of environments to foster inclusion and acceptance internally and externally to the organisation.
- Communicate, written and verbally, to a broad range of audiences HRM concepts, strategies, solutions and justify their application in a national and global business context.
- Lead, influence and demonstrate self-awareness in formal and informal teams; and actively participate as a team member to achieve organisational objectives.
- Propose, plan and execute research projects to design innovative strategies and/or technology-based solutions to challenge evolving management HRM-related issues.
Career outcomes
This degree will deliver specialist knowledge to prepare you for a career in human resource management. Career pathways include:
- HR manager
- People and culture manager
- Human resource consultant
- Payroll manager
- HR director
- Recruitment manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative tuition per subject in 2025: $4,320 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Indicative tuition fee for four subjects in 2025: $17,280 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Additional expenses:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): $365 maximum fee for 2025.
- Other items related to your program include field trips, textbooks, and equipment.
Fees typically increase each year and may change without notice. Total fees are estimates and should only be used as a guide.
A student’s annual fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.