Murdoch University

Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Boost your HR expertise with new skills in people and performance management.

Course overview

This coursework degree will allow you to plan and manage an organisation’s teams in ways which align with the organisation’s strategic goals and objectives. You’ll explore what makes a productive and sustainable workplace culture as you apply the new technologies and innovative HR solutions you learn.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
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Can be studied part time
6 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $3,900
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
11th January, 2027
3rd May, 2027
23rd August, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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What will you study

To complete the Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management, you must fulfil 12 credit points  Each unit is valued at three credit points.

Core units

  • Human Resource Management Law
  • Organisational Behaviour and Management
  • Human Resource Management Perspectives

Electives

Choose one unit from the following:

  • Managing, Evaluating and Developing Human Resources
  • Organisational Change, Management and Consultancy
  • Data, Metrics, Reporting and Analytics
  • Managing Remuneration, Benefits and Motivation
  • Acquisition of Human Resources

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree or higher.
  • Satisfactory preparation for the course through previous study or professional experience.

English language requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you’ve previously studied or have professional work experience in a relevant field, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your Murdoch degree. Known as advanced standing, this recognition of prior learning could reduce your overall study load and shorten the length of time before you’re able to graduate.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

A postgraduate qualification can help you further your current career and move into a more senior role or help you change career paths to pursue new opportunities. Depending on your own situation and career aspirations, there are many careers and positions that this course can lead to. Careers could include:

  • HR advisor
  • Learning and development advisor
  • HR coordinator

Fees and FEE-HELP

Full-fee paying place

Indicative unit fee in 2027: $3,900 (3-credit-point unit)
Indicative annual fee in 2027: $15,600
Indicative full-course fee: $15,600

The average full-course fee shown is calculated based on the 12 credit point (4 units) course structure completed over 6 months.

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.