Charles Sturt University
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop practical human resource management capabilities through flexible online postgraduate study, building knowledge of strategic HR, employment relations and contemporary workforce practices.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from Charles Sturt University is a postgraduate qualification designed for professionals working in human resources or related fields, as well as those looking to transition into a career in HR. Delivered online over 0.5 years full-time or the equivalent part-time, the course provides a flexible pathway to develop professional knowledge while applying learning in workplace contexts.
Throughout the program, you will build a foundation in human resource management, strategic HR practice, employment relations and workforce evaluation. You will develop the ability to interpret human resource frameworks and legislative requirements, analyse HR data, investigate complex workplace issues and apply evidence-based approaches to support organisational outcomes. The course also develops communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, supporting professional practice in contemporary and digitally connected workplaces.
Professionally accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI), the program supports the development of industry-recognised HR capabilities and provides a pathway to the Master of Human Resource Management with applicable credit.
Key facts
12th July, 2027
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, you must successfully complete units totalling 32 credit points, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 8 credit points.
Core units
- Human Resource Management
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Evaluating Human Resources
- Legal Frameworks of Employment Relations
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management based on prior post-secondary study, professional attainment and/or work experience.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master Human Resource Management and receive credit for applicable subjects.
English language requirements
For postgraduate coursework courses, applicants must have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last two years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0.
- No individual score below 6.0.
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
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
- Employ knowledge and skills to interpret theoretical human resource frameworks and legislative requirements critically.
- Apply cognitive skills in reviewing, analysing and synthesising human resource management data and information to identify and apply relevant practices within a culturally and socially diverse global workplace.
- Research to ethically investigate and analyse complex human resource management issues and provide and evaluate recommendations and solutions.
- Use a variety of mediums to foster collaboration and communication, transfer knowledge and ideas, build teams and influence stakeholders.
- Apply strategies and produce outputs that serve organisational interests in the contemporary, global and digitally connected human resource operating environment.
Career outcomes
The course develops the knowledge and skills to analyse and address complex human resource management issues, apply strategic HR practices and support organisational outcomes in contemporary workplace environments.
Graduates develop professional knowledge and practical skills in human resource management that can be applied across a range of workplace settings. Depending on their experience and career goals, opportunities may include roles as
- Human resource director
- Industrial relations manager
- Change manager
- Workforce consultant
- Organisational development manager.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $17,480 (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.