| Duration | 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time |
| Location | Online |
| Next start term | Term 1, 2025 |
| Study mode | Online |
| Course code | CC67 |
| First-year fee | $31,980 (Indicative) (FFP) |
Whether you are working in human resource management or you are an early career professional from another discipline, CQUniversity's Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management will develop your knowledge and skills to lead the crucial functions of a contemporary human resource portfolio in an increasingly dynamic and global environment.
CQUniversity's Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management gives you knowledge and skills in the field of human resources and is an ideal course if you want to advance your career in human resource management.
During the course, you will study discipline-specific units providing you with an understanding of contemporary frameworks and models that explain the core functions of human resource management from planning, recruitment, development, rewarding and motivating employees, and how to implement strategies to help an organisation perform efficiently and effectively. You will explore ethical human resource management as well as managing human resource functions internationally through relevant operations, policies and practices. Building on the international context of human resource management, you will analyse labour markets and systems of employment relations in various countries. Your learning is complemented with management-focused units across marketing management and digital communications, effective business communications, and management and business context.
The Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management is a great option after completing the Graduate Certificate in Management with up to four units of credit available. Upon completion of the Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management, students can pathway into CQUniversity's Master of Business Management (Human Resource Management) and receive credit for up to eight units.
Enjoy the flexibility to study online with full-time and part-time study options available.
As a human resource professional, you may work in almost all large organisations. Employment opportunities include specialist positions in employee recruitment and selection, training and development, strategic planning and performance management in middle or top management positions in industry, commerce or government.
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.
You must complete eight units (48 credits):
The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.
To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and when you will study each unit, check out our course planners.
If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
The Indicative First-Year Fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (this is usually eight units studied over two terms) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you study and your study load. Check the cost-per-unit spreadsheet available on our fees webpage for the approved unit fees. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees.
Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
Check what you need to do to apply to study this course.
Learn about the assessment of applications and everything you need to know about receiving and accepting an offer to study with CQU.
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