C11198v5 Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (GradCertHRM)
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus

Notes

This course is not offered to international students.

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
Other information

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management introduces participants to knowledge and experiences in the areas of human resource management (HRM) and industrial relations.

The course equips graduates with the essential skills and knowledge to become effective, diligent and successful human resource practitioners.

Course aims

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management is a good entry point for students wanting to strengthen their understanding of HRM. It provides participants with the opportunity to study at a professional level and to improve their critical understanding. In most circumstances, participants can choose to progress to the graduate diploma or master’s course in HRM on successful completion of the graduate certificate.

Career options

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

Course intended learning outcomes

1.1	Formulate 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 and deliver agreed project outcomes
3.1	Implement HR decisions that seek to balance organisational interests with respect and dignity, social purpose and the common good
4.1	Apply human resource management theories and practices complemented with technological skills to demonstrate professional expertise in 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 one of the following:

Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent

A minimum of 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant post-secondary professional experience AND a general capacity to undertake tertiary education

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.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
- A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
- A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
- A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
- An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
- A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

The English proficiency requirement for 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.

Pathway course

Students who do not meet the requirements to gain entry into the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300). Satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Certificate allows students to articulate into 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

There is no recognition of prior learning available for this course.

Course duration and attendance

The course duration is one year of part-time study.

Students who wish to undertake a full-time study load should apply for the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300).

Course structure

All students must complete a total of 24 credit points made up of four core subjects.

Course completion requirements

STM91698 Core Subjects (GCHRM)		24cp
Total		24cp

Course program

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

Autumn commencing, part time
Year 1
Autumn session
21720 Human Resource Management		6cp
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
Spring session
21896 Diversity and Inclusion		6cp
21889 Future of Work		6cp
Spring commencing, part time
Year 1
Spring session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21889 Future of Work		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21720 Human Resource Management		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, the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (C07113), and the Master of Human Resource Management (C04286 or C04260).