Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

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

Applicants must have the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).

Relevant professional experience refers to any current work experience in which you have developed skills, knowledge and competencies directly related to the course for which you are applying. This includes roles such as managers, professionals, technicians, community, personal service, clerical, administrative, or sales workers across various industries.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.

English language requirements

The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is:

• IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0.
• TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21.
• AE5: Pass.
• PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50.
• C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee the offer of a place.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students may be granted a maximum of four subject exemptions, of which two core subjects may be approved from prior undergraduate study. Contact the university for more information.

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.