C07113v5 Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

Award(s): Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (GradDipHRM)
CRICOS code: 055276F
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 48
Course EFTSL: 1
Location: City campus

Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Pathway course
Inherent requirements
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information

Overview

This course is tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in human resource management (HRM) and employment relations. Opt for this program to acquire a robust blend of theoretical knowledge and practical HRM skills, with the option to advance to a Master's degree upon successful completion. Stand out with a distinctive curriculum that mirrors the Master's program, yet demands fewer study units.

Students gain a comprehensive understanding of HRM challenges and management practices. Expect to develop proficiency in HRM and industrial relations, equipping them with the competencies to excel in their career. Learning is interactive, combining theory with real-world application, ensuring they are workplace-ready.

Course aims

The course is designed to meet the career needs of professionals with some experience in an area related to HRM and employment relations.

Career options

Career options include management-level positions in industry or government related to HRM.

Course intended learning outcomes

1.1	Develop innovative solutions to HR problems that meet the interests, needs and values of both the organisation and the wider community
2.1	Communicate information clearly to a range of stakeholders
2.2	Work effectively in teams to deliver negotiated project outcomes
3.1	Implement HR and management decisions that seek to balance organisational interests with respect and dignity, social purpose and the common good
4.1	Apply advanced human resource management theories and practices complemented with technological skills to undertake professional practice across the field of HR management
5.1	Critically evaluate professional practice to inform capabilities to work with and for Indigenous Australians across management professions

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:

Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)

International applicants with a completed bachelor’s degree or higher qualification who do not meet the criteria above may be considered with:

Completed bachelor’s degree with more than 60% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included) AND a minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant post-degree professional experience

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT Exam) with an overall minimum score of 550

Graduate Record Examination (GRE General Test) with an overall minimum score of 307 with verbal 148 and quantitative 156

Relevant professional experience refers to any current work experience in which you have developed skills, knowledge, and competencies directly related to the course for which you are applying. This includes roles such as managers, professionals, technicians, community, personal service, clerical, administrative, or sales workers across various industries.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11198 Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Pathway course

Students who do not meet the requirements to gain entry into the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (C11198) offered on a part-time basis or the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300) offered on a full-time basis. Satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Certificate allows students to articulate into the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or the Master of Human Resource Management (C04286 or C04260).

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the UTS Business School Inherent Requirements Statement.

Recognition of prior learning

Students may be granted a maximum of four subject exemptions, of which two core subjects can be approved from prior undergraduate study.

Course duration and attendance

The course duration is one year of full-time or two years of part-time study.

Course structure

Students must complete a total of 48 credit points consisting of eight core subjects.

Course completion requirements

STM91697 Core Subjects (GDHRM)		48cp
Total		48cp

Course program

A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration.

Not all subjects are offered every session. Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.

Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
21720 Human Resource Management		6cp
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21896 Diversity and Inclusion		6cp
Spring session
21702 Industrial Relations		6cp
21889 Future of Work		6cp
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21926 Managing Change		6cp
Spring commencing, full time
Year 1
Spring session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21702 Industrial Relations		6cp
21889 Future of Work		6cp
21926 Managing Change		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21720 Human Resource Management		6cp
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
21896 Diversity and Inclusion		6cp

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (C11198) or Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300), the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, and the Master of Human Resource Management (C04286 or C04260).

Professional recognition

Students completing this degree are eligible to apply to the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) for the Professional Member (MAHRI) status and/or advancement to a higher level of membership for those who have appropriate work experience.