Course Overview

About This Course

Learn how to effectively manage and optimise a workforce with the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management. Study employee relations, workplace diversity and inclusion, and develop the core capabilities required to lead people effectively in a rapidly changing business environment with this professionally accredited course.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

A bachelor degree (or higher award) in a related discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
A recognised bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline, plus a minimum of two years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience; or
A minimum of three years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience
Applicants will be required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application
Documents substantiating relevant experience are required, clearly detailing roles and duration, as well as evidence of formal and non-formal learning
English Language Requirements (one of the following):
IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
TOEFL iBT: minimum score 79 (Reading no less than 18, Writing no less than 20)
Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above
Or equivalent measures as listed in English language requirements

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills. Graduate roles include: Human Resources Assistant, Human Resources Officer, Recruiter, Training and Development Coordinator, HR Specialist, HR Generalist.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units4 units

ENT60009

Opportunity Discovery, Creativity and Design

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

HRM60013

Employee Relations

Core unit

HRM60018

Human Resource Fundamentals

Core unit

HRM70012

Managing Workplace Diversity and Inclusion

Core unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management professionally accredited?

Yes, the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management is professionally accredited by the Australian HR Institute (AHRI), providing graduates with recognised standing in the HR profession.

How many credit points do I need to complete to qualify for this award?

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management, students must complete 50 credit points comprising four core units of study.

Can I use this qualification to progress into a longer postgraduate program?

Yes, the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management forms the first stage in a nested suite of programs, meaning you can continue studying towards a higher qualification such as the Master of Human Resource Management.

What are the indicative fees for this course?

For 2026, the yearly fee is $17,510 AUD and the total course fee is approximately $24,210 AUD. These fees are estimates only and are subject to change based on individual circumstances at enrolment. The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) of $373 is included in the annual tuition fee.

Does this course involve any industry engagement or real-world experience?

Yes, an important part of the course is co-creation with industry partners, including site visits to workplaces such as Siemens and Medibank, giving students a sense of workplace culture and how HR operates in the real world. Industry partners include Workday, Telstra Super, and Miller Leith.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

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Step 03

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Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management

About This Course

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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