Diploma of Human Resource Management
Swinburne Online - online delivery only
A Diploma of Human Resource Management (BSB50320) will give you the training you need to work as an HR professional in a variety of settings across the human resource sector. Your coursework will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage and retain staff, meet the legal requirements of a HR role and to motivate and get the best out of your workforce.
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Duration
2 years; online intakes are every fortnight
Study mode
- Online
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
A Diploma of Human Resource Management (BSB50320) will give you the training you need to work as an HR professional in a variety of settings across the human resource sector. Your coursework will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage and retain staff, meet the legal requirements of a HR role and to motivate and get the best out of your workforce.
This diploma requires that you first complete 3 units in Introductory Human Resources Management Skills to develop fundamental business knowledge. With these units completed, you can then embark on an additional 9 units to graduate with your diploma. If you decide not to continue, you can exit from the introductory skills course with a Statement of Attainment.
Please note: If you complete the Course in Introductory Skills within 6 months, you gain automatic entry into the diploma. You will have two years from enrolment to complete the remaining units of the diploma. You are required to be self-directed in your learning and complete your coursework at a reasonable progression, so you can earn your qualification within this timeframe.
Course structure
This course consists of twelve units.
Develop critical thinking in others (BSBCRT511)
Facilitate performance development processes (BSBHRM521)
Manage employee and industrial relations (BSBHRM522)
Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals (BSBHRM523)
Coordinate workforce plan implementation (BSBHRM524)
Manage recruitment and onboarding (BSBHRM525)
Manage payroll (BSBHRM526)
Coordinate human resource functions and processes (BSBHRM527)
Manage people performance (BSBLDR522)
Manage business risk (BSBOPS504)
Undertake project work (BSBPMG430)
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs (BSBWHS411)
Units of study
Core Units
Facilitate performance development processes (BSBHRM521)
Manage employee and industrial relations (BSBHRM522)
Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals (BSBHRM523)
Coordinate workforce plan implementation (BSBHRM524)
Coordinate human resource functions and processes (BSBHRM527)
Manage business risk (BSBOPS504)
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs (BSBWHS411)
Elective Units
Develop critical thinking in others (BSBCRT511)
Manage recruitment and onboarding (BSBHRM525)
Manage payroll (BSBHRM526)
Manage people performance (BSBLDR522)
Undertake project work (BSBPMG430)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
The skills you will learn whilst completing your Diploma of Human Resource Management will give you a solid foundation to succeed in a range of different fields. Human resources officer, Change manager, Recruitment consultant, Workplace relations officer, Human resources manager.
Aims and objectives
Graduates develop a range of specialist HR skills, including managing HR services, managing recruitment, selection and induction processes, developing performance management processes, workforce planning, employee relations and work health and safety.
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Fees for 2022
A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.
The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $10,813. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
Diploma of Human Resource ManagementEstimated course fees for 2022* |
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|---|---|
| You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan | $7,200 |
| You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan | Fully Covered |
Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Swinburne Online offers a 12-unit diploma course with 3 units being part of a Skill Set ($2400 upfront payment). The above fees apply for 9 units at $7200 – students can apply for a VET Student Loan for this portion.
Concession rates for vocational students
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you’re eligible for a fee concession here.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you’re eligible for a fee concession here.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 730.
Fees for 2023
A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.
The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $11,191. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
Diploma of Human Resource ManagementEstimated course fees for 2023* |
|
|---|---|
| You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan | $7,425 |
| You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan | Fully Covered |
Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Swinburne Online offers a 12-unit diploma course with 3 units being part of a Skill Set ($2400 upfront payment). The above fees apply for 9 units at $7200 – students can apply for a VET Student Loan for this portion.
Concession rates for vocational students
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you’re eligible for a fee concession here.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you’re eligible for a fee concession here.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 730.
Entry requirements
To ensure you have the best chance of successfully completing your diploma, you may enter this course if you meet any of the below criteria.
Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies):
BSBHRM411 Administer performance development processes
BSBHRM412 Support employee and industrial relations
BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
BSBHRM417 Support human resource functions and processes.
Equivalent competencies are predecessors to these units, which have been mapped as equivalent.
Or:
Have two years equivalent full-time relevant work experience.
This course is not available to international students.
How to apply
Applications need to be made directly through Swinburne Online.