University of Technology Sydney
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Diploma
Develop specialised knowledge of human resource management, industrial relations, organisational change and workforce diversity while strengthening your analytical and professional people management capabilities.
Course overview
Develop your expertise in managing people and workplace relationships with the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Designed for professionals seeking to extend their knowledge of human resource management (HRM) and employment relations, this postgraduate qualification examines the organisational, legal and social considerations involved in contemporary people management. The course supports the development of specialist knowledge relevant to HRM practice across business, industry and government.
Explore human resource management and industrial relations alongside organisational change, workforce diversity, employee engagement and the evolving nature of work. Through subjects examining creative problem-solving, business and social impact, and the management of staff and volunteers, you'll develop an understanding of how workforce practices influence organisational outcomes. These interconnected areas of study encourage analytical thinking, ethical decision-making and consideration of the diverse needs of employees, organisations and communities.
The 48-credit-point qualification comprises eight compulsory subjects, providing a structured foundation across key areas of human resource management and employment relations. Delivered at UTS's City campus, the course can be completed in one year of full-time study or two years part time. Graduates may pursue management-related opportunities in HRM across industry or government, or continue their studies through the Master of Human Resource Management, subject to the relevant admission and progression requirements.
Key facts
26th July, 2027
What you will study
Students must complete a total of 48 credit points consisting of eight core subjects.
Core subjects
- Creative Problem Solving
- Human Resource Management
- Business and Social Impact
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Industrial Relations
- Future of Work
- Managing Staff and Volunteers
- Managing Change
Entry requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded passes not included).
- Completed bachelor's degree with more than 60% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded passes not included) AND a minimum of two years of relevant full-time post-degree professional work experience, or equivalent part-time experience.
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, AND achieved either a minimum overall GMAT score of 550 or a minimum overall GRE General Test score of 307, including verbal reasoning 148 and quantitative reasoning 156. For GMAT examinations completed before February 2024, applicants must meet the published requirements of an overall score of 550, verbal 25, quantitative 35 and Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) 4.0.
- Completed a minimum of four years of relevant full-time post-secondary professional work experience, or equivalent part-time experience, AND achieved either a minimum overall GMAT score of 550 or a minimum overall GRE General Test score of 307, including verbal reasoning 148 and quantitative reasoning 156. The same published pre-February 2024 GMAT requirements apply where relevant.
Relevant professional work experience includes employment in which applicants have developed knowledge, skills and competencies directly related to the course. This may include management, professional, technical, community services, personal services, clerical, administrative and sales roles across different industries.
Domestic applicants who do not meet these requirements may consider the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (C11198), subject to its admission requirements.
Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application
Applicants relying on professional work experience must provide a curriculum vitae (CV) outlining their competencies, achievements and professional development AND evidence of employment or professional experience in one of the following formats:
- A Statement of Service provided by the employer.
- A completed UTS Statement of Service signed by the employer.
- A statutory declaration confirming professional work experience (Australian residents only).
- An official letter from the applicant's accountant or solicitor on company letterhead confirming their professional work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations and nature of the business.
- A business registration certificate in the original language and English, such as ASIC documentation, an ABN or equivalent documentation for Australian businesses.
English language requirements
The English proficiency requirements for international students or domestic applicants with international qualifications are:
- IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with a minimum writing score of 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT (0–120 scale): Overall score of 79, with a minimum writing score of 21.
- TOEFL iBT (1–6 scale): Overall score of 4, with a minimum writing score of 4.5.
- UTS College Academic English Level 5 (AE5): Pass.
- Pearson PTE Academic: Overall score of 58, with a minimum writing score of 50.
- Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 176, with a minimum writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be eligible for recognition of prior learning based on relevant previous postgraduate studies, subject to UTS assessment and approval.
Subject exemptions
Students may be granted a maximum of four subject exemptions for prior postgraduate study.
- Up to four subject exemptions may be approved, equivalent to 24 credit points where each subject is valued at six credit points.
- Previous postgraduate studies must be assessed as relevant to the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
- Recognition of prior learning is subject to UTS approval and the applicable course requirements.
Articulation and further study
The Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management forms part of an articulated program comprising:
- Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.
- Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
- Master of Human Resource Management.
Students who have completed relevant studies within the articulated program may be eligible for recognition of prior learning, subject to university assessment.
Further information
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed individually. Approval is not guaranteed, and students should contact UTS for further information about eligibility, application requirements and subject exemptions.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Career options include management-level positions in industry or government related to HRM.
Learning outcomes
- Develop innovative solutions to HR problems that meet the interests, needs and values of both the organisation and the wider community.
- Communicate information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
- Work effectively in teams to deliver negotiated project outcomes.
- Implement HR and management decisions that seek to balance organisational interests with respect and dignity, social purpose and the common good.
- Apply advanced human resource management theories and practices complemented with technological skills to undertake professional practice across the field of HR management.
- Critically evaluate professional practice to inform capabilities to work with and for Indigenous Australians across management professions.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Domestic full-fee paying prices
- Indicative tuition fee per 6-credit-point subject in 2027: $5,088
- Indicative annual tuition fee (48 credit points) in 2027: $40,660
- Indicative total course fee in 2027: $40,660
Eligible domestic students may access FEE-HELP to defer all or part of their tuition fees.
The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) may apply and is not included in the indicative tuition fees.
Tuition fees are subject to annual review and may change.
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