Program Overview

Overview

The Online Diploma in HR Management is designed to familiarise students with the latest theories on and best practice in Human Resource Management. If you have been given operational responsibility for HRM or would like to pursue a career in HRM, this HR course online is for you.

Why Study HR courses online?

The strategic importance of HRM within organisations is increasingly valued by employers, and several HR courses in Ireland have been approaching this. This course builds a conceptual and practical knowledge of latest thinking and developments in HRM.
By studying the Online Diploma in HRM at DBS you will gain:

• An appreciation of the strategic and operational significance of modern HRM
• The skills to develop and evaluate HRM concepts, strategies, policies, principles and practices.
• An operational understanding of HRM best practice

Timetable

Provisional timetable available upon request.

Assessment

Assessment for the DBS Online Diploma in HR Management is 100% continuous assessment.

DBS Student Facilities

• Online Learning Environment - is an eLearning system designed to provide you with a range of course material, interactive education sessions, and is home to your virtual online classroom which will enhance and support your learning experience within DBS.
• DBS Online Library - The Online Library provides a programme of introductory videos and virtual classroom sessions in the areas of Library resources, essay writing skills, avoiding plagiarism and referencing to assist you in your studies. These will be facilitated through the DBS Online Learning Environment prior to your commencement on the Diploma programme.
• DBS Virtual Community of Learners – You will become part of DBS Online’s Virtual Community of Learners where you can network and share with your fellow online students.

Course Content

The Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM) provides a contemporary and relevant overview of the most significant elements of HRM.
The course is largely based on theory and case literature but it is also a practical programme which relies on student participation. Modules include:

• Introduction to Management Theory and Practice
• The Strategic Context for HRM Today
• The Historical Development of HRM
• HRM Planning
• HRM Practice in Ireland and Elsewhere
• The Labour Market and HRM
• Recruitment
• Selection
• Promoting Employee Engagement
• Reward Management
• Managing and Appraising Performance
• Training, Learning & Development
• Organisational Culture and HRM
• Promoting Improved Teamwork and Communications
• Employee Relations
• Industrial Relations Management
• Managing Stress at Work
• International HRM
• Emerging Trends and Issues in HRM
• Retirement and Redundancy
• Leadership and Management Development

Studying Online

The Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM) is delivered wholly online. Workshops, tutorials and programme assessments are all conducted through a virtual learning environment.
Weekly scheduled classes are streamed live and recorded using Zoom, a cloud-based app that works on any device. Just like on campus classes involve lectures, group discussions, student presentations and live tests.

Careers in HR

Having completed the Online Diploma in HRM you will have the knowledge required to work in a variety of HR positions in the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.

Fees

The fee for the Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM) is €1,500. This is inclusive of tuition, registration, exam fees and DBS library membership. This fee must be paid in full before the course begins.

Course Overview

• Certification: Dublin Business School
• Schedule: Online delivery
• Schedule: 1 online class per week, 1 podcast per week
• Next Intake: September 2025
• Duration: 12 weeks