Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

Why study the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management at UNE?

The Graduate Certificate provides graduates with fundamental knowledge about human resource management (HRM). It has been designed to meet the needs of those people wanting to become successful human resource professionals, as well as those who are responsible for managing people and who are concerned with designing, implementing and maintaining HRM practices within their workplaces. The units making up the Graduate Certificate provide students with the opportunity to apply current theory relevant to HRM to their workplace through assessment activities. The graduate certificate articulates with the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Strategic Organisational Development and Human Resource Management.

Career Opportunities

Human Resource Professional

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Degree Snapshot

DURATION

Up to 2 years Part-time

FEES

Full Fee
International

2015 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale

Trimester 1, Off Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus

Official Abbreviation GradCertHRM
Course Type Postgraduate
Commencing
Location Admission Period Mode of Study
Armidale Trimester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Trimester 2 Off Campus
Armidale Trimester 3 Off Campus
Course Duration
  • Up to 2 years Part-time
Fees Full Fee / International
Total Credit Points 24
Intensive Schools

Optional weekend schools are available for some units.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline* and have at least two years of work experience; or

(b) satisfy the school by means of an AQF Level 7 qualification in a non-relevant discipline and have at least two years' of management experience in the area of human resource management, business and/or management approved by the course coordinator; or

(c) have at least five years of work experience including three years of management experience in the area of business and/or human resource management approved by the course coordinator.

(d) All applicants must submit two referee reports from employers or senior colleagues plus a resume.

(e) Degree holders must submit a personal statement (approximately 500 words) outlining:

(i) their most significant experiences or professional achievements to date;

(ii) their long-term objectives and expectations of this degree in fulfilling these objectives; and

(iii) where they see themselves five years from now.

(f) Non-degree holders must submit a 1000 word essay requesting admission, detailing:

(i) their most significant experiences or professional achievements to date;

(ii) their long-term objectives and expectations of this degree in fulfilling these objectives;

(iii) where they see themselves five years from now;

(iv) their capacity to be admitted to candidature without a prior degree to this course and the skills that they hold that will enable them to meet the learning outcomes of the course; and

(v) any other information they consider relevant to their admission to candidature.

(g) Evidence of English Language proficiency must be provided if previous studies were not in English.

*Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to:

Business

Management

Advanced Standing

Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Advanced Standing. The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 12 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course.

Academic Colours

Spectrum Orange (BCC 57)

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Admission to Candidature

A candidate shall:
(a) hold an AQF Level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline* and have at least two years of work experience; or
(b) satisfy the school by means of an AQF Level 7 qualification in a non-relevant discipline and have at least two years' of management experience in the area of human resource management, business and/or management approved by the course coordinator; or
(c) have at least five years of work experience including three years of management experience in the area of business and/or human resource management approved by the course coordinator.
(d) All applicants must submit two referee reports from employers or senior colleagues plus a resume.

(e) Degree holders must submit a personal statement (approximately 500 words) outlining:
(i) their most significant experiences or professional achievements to date;
(ii) their long-term objectives and expectations of this degree in fulfilling these objectives; and
(iii) where they see themselves five years from now.

(f) Non-degree holders must submit a 1000 word essay requesting admission, detailing:
(i) their most significant experiences or professional achievements to date;
(ii) their long-term objectives and expectations of this degree in fulfilling these objectives;
(iii) where they see themselves five years from now;
(iv) their capacity to be admitted to candidature without a prior degree to this course and the skills that they hold that will enable them to meet the learning outcomes of the course; and
(v) any other information they consider relevant to their admission to candidature.

(g) Evidence of English Language proficiency must be provided if previous studies were not in English.

*Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to:

Business
Management

Advanced Standing

Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Advanced Standing.
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 12 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course.

Period of Candidature

The period of candidature shall be up to two years as a part-time candidate.

Course Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points with at least 18 credit points at 400-level and not more than 6 credit points at 500-level.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete the program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure Credit Points
Core Units 18 cps
Listed Units 6 cps
Total 24 cps

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Award of Degree

Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.

Appeals

Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Student Appeals.

Improper Conduct

Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.

Course Aims

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management is designed for human resource practitioners or those who wish to enter the profession. In today's increasingly complex work environment, human resource management professionals play a critical role in providing value add to the organisation and contributing to the achievement of the organisation's strategic objectives. The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management equips students with the skills necessary to help identify, recruit, train, develop and reward employees, thereby contributing to overall business success. The course will enable students to attain the theoretical knowledge, problem solving and analytical skills, and practical experience needed to be an effective human resource practitioner. A blended learning model is used to enable students to interact with the unit coordinators and each other, creating a collaborative community of learning.

Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
  1. demonstrate specialist knowledge in the fields of human resource management, organisational development and ethics and social responsibility. Graduates will develop the professional skills to analyse the internal and external environment and its impact on the practice of human resource management; and to make decisions to align people management theory and practices with organisational business objectives;
  2. demonstrate ethical action and social responsibility with particular recognition and understanding of the need to maintain professionalism, ethics, transparency and quality assurance. Graduates will be able to demonstrate a cultural sensitivity, awareness and understanding of both international and multicultural groups;
  3. utilise a range of presentation and delivery styles to communicate specialised knowledge and ideas to professionals, peers, clients and other members of the public, with a particular emphasis on the ability to build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders to successfully manage change;
  4. demonstrate competence in the use of a range of technologies to find, organise and analyse information in accordance with disciplinary and professional expectations, to discern appropriate scholarly knowledge from other forms of information sources and to demonstrate the ability to critically apply their academic skills to solve problems within the profession;
  5. apply their learning in concrete organisational circumstances, either through detailed analyses of organisational case studies or through actual experiences within the student's own organisation; and
  6. demonstrate the ability to develop and promote approaches to improve outcomes and to encourage lateral, strategic thinking for the organisation, as well as a knowledge of leadership techniques that work to improve team performance, organisational effectiveness and greater opportunities for collaboration.
Graduate Attributes
Knowledge of a Discipline

Students will develop an increased knowledge of the discipline through the learning and teaching activities associated within each unit and interaction with the unit coordinators, lecturers and tutors, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, online activities and discussion board. Students will be assessed using: case analysis of both hypothetical and real-world examples; workplace learning by analysing and applying theory to their own workplace; theory based assignments; and via multiple examination modes.

Communication Skills

Students will acquire communication skills which will include written and oral assignments, essays, discussion board participation, workplace based interviews and practical reports. In some units, they will also present oral reports and presentations on topics or projects and students will be given some advice on how to prepare these, and they will be assessed.

Global Perspectives

Students will learn and analyse the global environment in which business is conducted. Specifically, students will gain an understanding of the practice of implementing human resource management in foreign countries, and issues influencing the treatment of both foreign and domestic employees (whether they are employed in Australia or overseas). Developing an appreciation for cultural diversity is an important element of human resource education.

Information Literacy

Students are taught information literacy through the use of internet, assignment preparation, the use of the Learning Management System, conducting literature reviews of relevant concepts and theories, etc. Students are assessed on their skills in obtaining appropriate information for the written assignments.

Life-Long Learning

Students will learn academic skills through assignment and examination preparation. Furthermore, students learn life skills in the area of managing their own careers, how to communicate and work with others, an understanding of their own employment rights and responsibilities. Students will develop a range of lifelong learning skills such as how to seek out new information and critically analysing such information. This course will stimulate students' intellectual curiosity and creativity.

Problem Solving

Students will learn cognitive and problem solving skills in order to formulate high level responses to complex theoretical and real-life problems, and will be required to act with initiative and high level judgement regarding the application of theories and conceptual tools relating to human resource management. A large part of the course is devoted to instructing students on obtaining relevant skills in approaching problems, determining what information is necessary, seeking the required information, analysing it, and employing it properly. These problem solving skills will be assessed through assignments and discussion board posts.

Social Responsibility

Students will acquire an understanding of, and develop skills in recognising and evaluating a high standard of ethical behaviour as applied to organisational contexts. Students will be required to explain the nature of and importance of professional conducts, integrity and ethics for managers. In particular, issues of corporate social responsibility and ethics are taught, practised and assessed as this area is critical to the effective practice of human resource management.

Team Work

Students engage in teamwork through online discussions and team projects where relevant.

How to Apply

Domestic Students

All domestic students apply directly to Graduate School of Business

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International Students

All international students should apply directly to the Graduate School of Business. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).

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