Program Overview

Human Resource Analytics (Online)

The Human Resource Analytics (Online) program is designed to provide students with the skills to effectively analyze workforce data and develop talent management strategies to improve employee and business outcomes.

Certificate of Proficiency

The Certificate of Proficiency in Human Resource Analytics is a 15-point credit-bearing course that comprises 10 weekly modules.

Recommended Background

No specific experience or qualifications are required for admission. However, students must meet the University Entrance requirements (or equivalent) for admission.

Duration

The course duration is 10 weeks.

Next Start Dates

The next start date is 12 January 2026 (2026 Quarter One). Enrolment closes one week before the course starts.

Domestic Fees

The estimated domestic fee for the course is $1,453. Please note that the program fees are indicative and estimates only, and are inclusive of 15% GST but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel, and health insurance, or living costs.

Why is this course right for you?

This course is part of the Master of Business Management (MBM) and may also be taken as a course-only study option. It helps students understand current issues with the HR function and the shift towards data-driven HR, covering the fundamentals of descriptive statistics, categorical data analysis, inferential analysis, and predictive modeling.

Programme Structure

The course explores the importance of evidence-based Human Resource Management (HRM) and trends towards data-driven HR. Students will learn about research design, data types, descriptive statistics, probability, correlation, comparing groups, and building predictive models.

Course Modules & Assignments

• Module 1: Introduction to HR analytics
• Module 2: Research design and types of data
• Module 3: Descriptive statistics and categorical data
• Assessment 1: Essay
• Module 4: Fundamentals of probability and correlation
• Module 5: Comparing groups
• Assessment 2: Essay
• Module 6: Building predictive models (part 1)
• Module 7: Building predictive models (part 2)
• Module 8: Generating insights and recommendations
• Module 9: Ethics and limitations
• Assessment 3: Forecasting report
• Module 10: Future of HR analytics

Postgraduate

Human Resources Management

The Master of Business Management in Human Resource Management has a duration of 1.5 years for accelerated part-time study, with start dates on 13 April 2026 and 28 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Application FAQs

• What are the entry requirements? This course is designed for working professionals. To be admitted, you must meet the requirements to study at a New Zealand University (e.g., through University Entrance or an alternative entrance pathway).
• Is the course fee a one-off lump sum? Yes, the course fee is a one-off sum.

Studying FAQs

• Can I study the course in my own time? Is it suitable for those working full-time? Yes. You can study at a time that suits you (within the allocated course dates). University of Auckland Online courses are designed for working professionals and are flexible yet structured to help you gain the knowledge in the time you have.
• How is the course structured? The course will run over 10 weeks and will comprise weekly modules. Further details on the course structure can be found under the Course Structure section.

Assessment FAQs

• How will I be assessed? Learners will be assessed through a combination of activities that address the learning objectives from each of the modules in the course.

Benefits FAQs

• What is a Certificate of Proficiency (CoP)? A Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) is a course-only study option that allows you to take a course at the University of Auckland without studying a full program. It is a good option for those who want to study short-term or to test whether a subject is something they wish to pursue more of in the future.
• Does the course enable me to take further study at the University? If you decide to progress your studies further towards a full qualification, you can apply to reassign the points from your CoP to the MBM (entry criteria and time limits apply).
• How many course credits will I attain upon completion of the course? Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded 15 credit points from the University of Auckland.
• Do I get a certificate at the end? As a Certificate of Proficiency is not a formal qualification, you will not be able to graduate with it or receive a graduation certificate. Your results will be recorded on your official academic transcript, providing evidence of your study.