- Duration 8 months
- Subjects 4 subjects
(50 credit points) - Fees $4,748 per 12.5
credit point subject* - Intakes August, October, January, March, May, July
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management online with the University of Melbourne?
Drive impactful HR decision-making
Why learn HR when you can lead it? Explore forward-thinking strategies to design initiatives that not only support organisational goals but also strengthen your team’s performance. Learn how to apply the latest research and evidence-based approaches to everyday situations and set yourself apart as an HR expert.
AHRI accredited degree from Australia's #1 university 1
Stand out as a trusted HR leader. By combining industry insights and academic expertise, each subject equips you with actionable skills you can use immediately. So, you’ll graduate ready to meet the evolving demands of today’s workforce.
1QS World University Rankings 2026
You’re in control of your learning
Wherever you are, you can take charge of your learning experience. Whether this means engaging live or when it suits you; taking breaks or accelerating; connecting with others or running your own race. You're in control – of your work, study and life.
Course highlights
- Completing our Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management serves as a pathway into our Master of Human Resource Management
- Utilise performance metrics to enhance organisational performance and potential
- Enhance your critical thinking and make evidence-based decisions that align HR initiatives with organisational objectives
- Develop a practical and evidence-based toolkit to effectively navigate the complex world of HR
- Graduate with a globally recognised degree, taught by the AACSB and EQUIS-accredited Faculty of Business and Economics
- Engage with industry and real-world application to prepare you to become a confident, capable and high-impact HR leader.
Learn from world-leading academics and clinical experts
Benefit from expert-led contemporary learning as you prepare for the next phase of your career. Engage with our world-leading academics whose opinions are sought after by government, shaping strategy and influencing policy.
Download your course guide to meet the team responsible for the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management course at Australia’s #1 university (QS, 2026).
Career outcomes
Stand out in a growing field that is rewriting the rules of work. Each year, more than 2,900 new HR roles are created in Australia2 as organisations increasingly rely on HR professionals to drive business growth and strategy.
Seize the opportunity to lead conversations that matter and shape organisations from the inside out. All made possible with your ambition and the online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.
This transformative qualification will prepare you for a variety of roles, such as:
- Employee Experience Consultant
- Leadership and Engagement Manager
- Human Resource Adviser
- Human Resource Manager
- Organisational Development Coordinator
- Senior Training Officer
- Workplace Relations Manager.
Subjects of study
Build your HR skills and influence with the online Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.
No matter where you are in your HR career, these four subjects will provide you with tools and frameworks to drive business outcomes and build high-performing teams.
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This subject focuses on evaluating HR strategies from multiple stakeholder perspectives and applying psychological principles to managerial challenges and developing strategic, ethical, and culturally aware HR leaders.
In this subject you will critically examine business issues and make evidence-based HR recommendations that support organisational sustainability.
This subject lays the foundation for strategic HR leadership, focusing on staffing practices and their impact on competitive advantage and leveraging workforce capabilities to meet operational requirements and strategic objectives.
Identify the tools and techniques used by organisations to motivate and evaluate employee performance. Then investigate how these performance assessments are used to allocate employee rewards and recognition.
You’re in control of your learning experience
- Find freedom with the choice of how and where you study
- Have more control over your learning with the ability to take breaks from study when needed
- Receive ongoing one-on-one support from application through to graduation
- Access resources and support systems designed to help you succeed
- Experience personalised interactions from expert educators who value your development
- Gain a competitive edge with a recognised qualification from Australia’s top university (QS, 2026).
Find out more about the online experience at the University of Melbourne.
Entry requirements
In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed either:
- A bachelors degree or equivalent in human resource management or
- A bachelors honours degree or equivalent in any discipline area or
- A three-year undergraduate qualification and at least 50 credit points or equivalent of graduate study in any discipline area or
- A three-year undergraduate qualification in any discipline area and at least two years of relevant full-time work experience (or equivalent) or
- A minimum of six years relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent).).
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.
In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- Prior academic performance; and, if relevant
- Professional experience.
The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
Applicants are required to satisfy the university's English language requirements for postgraduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.
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Fees and FEE-HELP
Cost per 12.5 credit point subject: $4,748*^
Total cost: $18,992*^
FEE-HELP is a loan that can cover all or part of tuition fees for eligible students. The Australian Government pays the amount of the loan direct to the University. It enables you to borrow the amount of your tuition fees and then pay that loan back once you are in the workforce and earning at a specified level or you can make voluntary repayments to the ATO at any time.
For more information, including eligibility for FEE-HELP, download your Human Resource Management course guide.
* Fees are subject to annual review by the university, with any new rates effective from the beginning of each calendar year.
^ Fees apply to domestic and international students. This course is not available to international students who require a student visa (subclass 500) to study in Australia.
Designed for impact
“Through this cutting-edge course, you’ll learn more than just hiring and managing staff. You’ll discover how to gain a sustainable competitive edge by embracing emerging HR trends and sustainable workforce practices. This Master of HRM is more than just a qualification; it's a launchpad for a successful career in human resource management.”
Dr Aman Ullah
Director, online Master of Human Resource Management
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