Human Resource Management
Graduate Certificate of Commerce (Human Resource Management)
The Graduate Certificate of Commerce (Human Resource Management) has been designed to give students theoretical and practical skills in human resource management.
The course is suitable for students with existing business experience or those looking for the opportunity to gain an introduction in the area.
The course forms the first stage of the Graduate Diploma of Commerce (Human Resource Management) and the Master of Commerce (Human Resource Management).
You'll have to opportunity to progress through these stages to reach your desired qualification.
The Graduate Certificate of Commerce (Human Resource Management) is delivered through classes, workshops, online participation and assessment.
You may have the option to study part-time or full-time.
Each subject consists of two hours class time per week (over 12 weeks) and a one day weekend workshop.
The human resources industry is experiencing strong growth and professionals are in demand.
Research conducted by the Australian Government shows the strong growth will continue over the next five years – 3.4% per annum compared to 1.8% for all occupations.
The Graduate Certificate of Commerce (Human Resource Management) will give you an edge over others – approximately 15% of people employed in this sector hold a postgraduate qualification.
You'll gain formal recognition, increased knowledge and skills to help you progress further in your career.
The Graduate Certificate of Commerce (Human Resource Management) is made up of four units:
- Recruitment and Selection
- Human Resource Development
- Performance and Reward Management
- Employee Relations
The units are usually studied on a part-time basis with the choice of studying one or two units each semester. There may also be the option to study all four units full-time in one semester.
You must complete all four units successfully to progress into the Graduate Diploma of Commerce (Human Resource Management).


