Deakin University
Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Whether you’re already in the industry or looking to diversify your professional skill set, this course offers an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of both theory and practice in human resource management.
Course overview
Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management prepares professionals to meet the growing demand for expert HR practitioners.
The course covers both the theory and practice of strategic human resource management, focusing on how HR practices can drive organisational performance. Students will learn about strategic staffing, including recruitment, personnel selection and retention management, as well as employment relations in both Australian and international contexts. It is suitable for those already in the HR field or looking to expand their professional skill set.
Key facts
What you will study
To complete the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management, you must attain a total of four credit points of core units plus complete the compulsory Academic Integrity Module in your first trimester of study (zero credit point unit).
- Human Resource Strategy
- Strategic Staffing
- Workforce Capability
- Workplace Relations
Entry requirements
Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements and individual circumstances.
Academic and English language proficiency requirements to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to have completed a bachelor degree's or higher in any discipline.
English language requirements
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
Bachelor degree from a recognised English-speaking country.
- IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent.
Other evidence of English language proficiency (contact the university for more information).
Recognition of Prior Learning
The university aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to Deakin's Recognition of Prior Learning system, which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2025: $16,300 (domestic full-fee paying place)
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of four credit points (normally four units) per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- 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.