Diploma of Human Resources Management
Swinburne Online - online delivery only
The Diploma of Human Resources Management [Online] provides students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in HR management processes.
You’ll learn about HR services, performance management systems and workforce planning. You’ll also tackle electives that cover remuneration and employee benefits, mediation and industrial relations, project management and organisational change.
This course is ideal for students who have previous technical qualifications, experience in an HR role or substantial experience in a non-HR role, or who want to advance their careers with additional skills in HR management.
You’ll graduate ready to enter the workforce in an HR capacity or go on to further study. This course could lead you to roles such as human resources adviser, human resources and change manager, human resources consultant, and human resources manager.
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Duration
6 months online; 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
The Diploma of Human Resources Management provides students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in HR management processes.
Core units cover human resources services, performance management systems and workforce planning, while the electives at Swinburne cover remuneration and employee benefits, mediation and industrial relations, project management and organisational change.
The course is interactive, which is typical of most positions in HR.
This qualification can also be used as a pathway to higher studies.
Core units cover human resources services, performance management systems and workforce planning, while the electives at Swinburne cover remuneration and employee benefits, mediation and industrial relations, project management and organisational change.
The course is interactive, which is typical of most positions in HR.
This qualification can also be used as a pathway to higher studies.
Course structure
This course consists of nine units. The online course of study is suitable for self-directed learners seeking or building a career in human resources management. The Diploma of Human Resources Management can be completed in six months online full-time.
Units of study
Manage human resources services (BSBHRM501)
Manage recruitment selection and induction processes (BSBHRM506)
Develop and manage performance-management processes (BSBHRM512)
Manage workforce planning (BSBHRM513)
Manage employee relations (BSBWRK520)
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements (BSBWHS401)
Lead and manage team effectiveness (BSBWOR502)
Manage people performance (BSBMGT502)
Undertake project work (BSBPMG522)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.
Career opportunities
Possible career opportunities include human resources adviser, human resources and change manager, human resources consultant, human resources manager, and senior human resources officer.
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.
Graduate skills
Graduates develop a broad range of skills, knowledge and their application to practical situations for a broad range of human resources functions.
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.
Please note: The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $10,528. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
Diploma of Human Resources ManagementEstimated course fees for 2020* |
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| For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place | For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place | Is this a Free TAFE course? | |
| You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan | $8,050 | $5,260 | This course is not eligible for Free TAFE |
| You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan | Fully Covered | Fully Covered | This course is not eligible for Free TAFE |
Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
This course is delivered with state government funding.
Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
Concession rates for vocational students
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
Alternative study methods
| 2020 rate* | Estimated total cost of the course | Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students) |
|---|---|---|
| Alternate study format via Swinburne Professional | $6,201 | 6201 |
| Swinburne Online | $7,200 | 7200 |
Indicative nominal course hours: 540.
Entry requirements
- must be over 18 years of age, and
- hold a Year 12 Certificate of Completion, or
- meet the required level on an online language, literacy and numeracy assessment, and
- have at least 12 months of relevant full-time work experience.
How to apply
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Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059