Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from Charles Sturt University is designed to enhance career prospects for practicing human resource professionals or those seeking to enter the profession. This course is available online and increases knowledge in both practical and theoretical understanding of human resource management.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with multiple sessions available throughout the year.
• Duration: Minimum time - 0.5 years, Maximum time - 1 year.
• Entry Score: TBA.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $17,320.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,330.
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8.
• Additional Information: Professionally accredited course, Integrated Industry connections.

Why Study with Us?

• Contemporary Program: Maintains close links with industry through the Industry Advisory Committee, ensuring the course remains relevant to business needs.
• Flexible Study Options: Delivered online across a three-session academic year, allowing for flexible study options.
• Pathway to Further Study: After successful completion, consider applying for the Australian HR Institute (AHRI)-accredited Master of Human Resource Management or the MBA with a specialization in HR management.

Career Opportunities

• Professional and Career Development: Offers excellent opportunities for human resource management roles, such as human resource director, industrial relations manager, change manager, workforce consultant, and organizational development manager.
• Graduate Outcomes: Graduates have entered various human resource management roles, demonstrating the course's effectiveness in preparing students for the profession.

What You Will Study

• Essential Set (32 pts):
  • HRM502: Human Resource Management
  • HRM528: Strategic Human Resource Management
  • HRM550: Evaluating Human Resources
  • INR517: Legal Frameworks of Employment Relations
• Standard Enrolment Patterns: Refer to the handbook for specific enrolment patterns.
• Study Link: Offers short, online subjects to prepare students for university, including essay writing, grammar, maths, statistics, and chemistry.

Costs

• Calculate My Fee:
  • Student type (Domestic or International)
  • Commence year
  • Study mode (Online)
  • Location
  • Fee type
• Fees: Indicative only, based on full-time study. Check course duration and graduation requirements to determine study load.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all student contribution up front
  • Pay part of student contribution and defer balance via HECS-HELP
  • Defer all student contribution via HECS-HELP

Scholarships

• Available Scholarships: Over $11 million annually, covering various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted based on prior post-secondary study, professional attainment, and/or work experience.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
• Inherent Requirements: Refer to the course profile for specific inherent requirements.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree.
• Pathways: Several admission pathways are available to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

• Apply via UAC: Refer to key dates on the UAC website.
• Apply via VTAC: Refer to key dates on the VTAC website.
• Apply Directly to Charles Sturt: Check out direct application closing dates.

Related Courses

• Master of Human Resource Management (with specialisations): View course for more information.