University of New South Wales
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 8 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Transform workforce data into meaningful insights by developing the analytical capability to support evidence-based people decisions and improve organisational outcomes.
Course overview
As organisations increasingly rely on data to understand their workforce and guide strategic decisions, professionals who can connect people insights with business outcomes are becoming increasingly valuable. The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics is designed for HR professionals and aspiring workforce analysts seeking to develop the capability to interpret workforce data and apply analytical approaches to contemporary people challenges.
Throughout the program, you'll explore how workforce data can be analysed and translated into meaningful insights that support better decision-making. You'll develop your understanding of people analytics, data interpretation and human resource information systems, building the capability to identify trends, inform workforce strategies and support areas such as employee engagement, retention and organisational performance.
Completed part-time over eight months, the program is delivered 100% online, allowing you to balance postgraduate study with professional commitments. The program also provides a direct pathway into the Master of Analytics, enabling you to continue developing advanced analytical capability for increasingly data-driven organisational environments.
Key facts
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What you will study
The earn the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics, you must successfully complete four courses from the following:
- Introductory Data Analysis
- Human Resource Analytics
- Human Resource Information Systems
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics, you must have one of the following:
- A recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification).
- A minimum of three years of relevant or professional experience* in analytics, clerical or administrative work in a commercial, not-for-profit or public service organisation or other analytics-related positions.
*Relevant experience includes being responsible for tasks that are non-routine, unstructured, or semi-structured, and engaging in problem-solving activities. It can include the experience of managing a small team, being a team leader, managing a project, or being responsible for the management and allocation of resources. Alternatively, engaging in a professional role over a period of time is relevant experience.
English language requirements
You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. UNSW requires a minimum level of English language competency for enrolment. English language skills are essential for webinar comprehension and the completion of coursework, assignments and examinations.
If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you will be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses.
- Prior study in the medium of English.
- Other qualifications.
- English waivers.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
- HR Data Analyst
- Workforce Planning Analyst
- People Analytics Specialist
- HR Information Systems Coordinator
- Employee Insights Analyst
- Talent Analytics Associate
- Diversity and Inclusion Data Analyst
- Organisational Development Analyst
- HR Metrics and Reporting Specialist
- Compensation and Benefits Analyst
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $20,500 (Full-fee paying place)
Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
- The number of units studied.
- Choice of units.
- 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 with the cost of a university course.