In partnership with the Australian Financial Review
University of New South Wales
Transform workforce data into meaningful insights by developing the analytical capability to support evidence-based people decisions and improve organisational outcomes.
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics at UNSW is designed for HR professionals, aspiring analysts and professionals seeking foundational capability at the intersection of workforce management, data and digital HR systems.
You’ll learn to analyse data, identify workforce trends and communicate evidence-based insights that can inform organisational decision-making. By connecting analytical methods with human resource information systems, the program builds an understanding of how workforce data can support the investigation of people-related challenges.
An elective provides scope to complement the analytics focus with learning in human resource strategy, employment law, diversity and inclusion, leadership, organisational development or another approved area. This enables the qualification to reflect individual professional interests while retaining a consistent foundation in HR analytics.
Delivered entirely online, the qualification can be completed part-time in approximately eight months, with one course studied at a time. It may support capability development in people analytics, HR reporting, workforce insights and HR information systems. Graduates who achieve the required academic standard can pursue further study in Human Resource Management or Human Resource Analytics at UNSW.
The course was really well designed, and comprehensive. It was really great to see the emphasis on AI in the workplace both from the broader perspective as well as for HR, as these are very present and real impacts.
UNSW Online student (HR Information Systems)
Our suite of Human Resource Management programs at UNSW are designed to empower, inspire and equip aspiring HR leaders with the necessary insights to navigate the complexities of the modern workforce.
With specialisations in HR Analytics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion and Leadership and Organisational Development, students will gain deepened expertise in people-centric strategy to complement organisational objectives. By delving into these integral areas of contemporary HR, students will gain an industry-relevant toolkit to transform their careers and contribute significantly to their organisation.
Dr Helen Parker, Academic Lead for Human Resource Management Programs
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics, you must successfully complete four courses from the following:
Academic requirements
To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Analytics, you must have one of the following:
*Relevant experience includes being responsible for tasks that are non-routine, unstructured, or semi-structured, and engaging in problem-solving activities. It can include the experience of managing a small team, being a team leader, managing a project, or being responsible for the management and allocation of resources. Alternatively, engaging in a professional role over a period of time is relevant experience.
English language requirements
You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. UNSW requires a minimum level of English language competency for enrolment. English language skills are essential for webinar comprehension and the completion of coursework, assignments and examinations.
If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you will be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
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.
Career outcomes
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $20,500 (Full-fee paying place)
Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.
A student’s annual fee may vary by:
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.
