Graduate Certificate
The field of human resource management has become increasingly sophisticated and expert practitioners are in high demand. Propel your career with Deakin's Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management. Whether you're already in the industry or looking to diversify your professional skill set, this course offers an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of both theory and practice.
Are you ready to add further expertise to your human resources skill set?
Develop an understanding of the theories and models of strategic human resource management and how they can be applied in organisations to enhance performance. Learn how the strategic use of people resources and HR practices can drive an organisation's strategic direction.
You will come to understand the four core parts of strategic staffing including the staffing context, recruitment, personnel selection, and retention management. You will also build a thorough understanding of employment relations within an Australian and international context and examine how employment relationships are managed within a framework of change.
Hone your critical thinking skills while analysing the role human resource management plays in managing the rewards and performance of individuals and groups in organisations.
This course is a pathway into the Master of Human Resource Management.
The Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management will provide you with skills and knowledge for a career in:
To complete the Graduate Certificate of Human Resources, students must attain a total of 4 credit points of core units plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, DAI001 Academic Integrity Module. Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point.
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.