Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
Overview
Gain the knowledge and capabilities human resource management professionals need to help leaders and organisations navigate increasingly complex work environments.
Designed to meet evolving industry needs, this program prepares graduates for specialist human resource management careers in a rapidly changing workforce.
You’ll learn how to apply ethical and sustainable HR strategies and data-driven workforce insights to design and lead the future of work.
Each course integrates leading theory with practical application and is enriched by industry engagement. You’ll develop the ability to make ethical, evidence-based decisions, build resilient, high-performing teams, and drive positive outcomes for organisations, employees and communities.
Throughout the program, you’ll also explore contemporary HR issues making headlines and reshaping workplaces, such as:
- AI-powered HR
- algorithmic management
- psychosocial hazards
- the right to disconnect
- pay transparency
- skills-based organisations
- internal talent marketplaces.
Program highlights
- Balance work and personal commitments with study by attending a combination of intensive, weekday and weekend classes taught in the Brisbane CBD.
- Make the most of an engaging in-person learning experience, with live classes offered in hybrid mode for added flexibility during busy times.
- Explore how AI can be used responsibly to analyse workforce challenges, synthesise evidence and support strategic decisions.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Online study
- Research experience
- Seminars
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Ethical and Sustainable HR Strategies [Core course]
- The Data-Driven Workforce [Core course]
- Designing Work for the Future [Core course]
- Strategic Talent Management [Core course]
- Contemporary Employment Relations [Core course]
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Talent and culture specialist
- Human resources manager
- Human resources executive
- Organisational change consultant
- Human resources strategist
- People and culture adviser
- Workforce planning director
- Talent manager
- Organisational development specialist
- Human resources director
Average annual salary range
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Studying human resource management filled some key knowledge gaps for me. I’ve built a stronger foundation of practical up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical skills that I can apply to add value in my business consulting career.
Studying human resource management filled some key knowledge gaps for me. I’ve built a stronger foundation of practical up-to-date theoretical knowledge and practical skills that I can apply to add value in my business consulting career.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 3 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below), or
- To have completed post-secondary studies, plus 3 years of full-time equivalent relevant work experience
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 3 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below), or
- To have completed post-secondary studies, plus 3 years of full-time equivalent relevant work experience
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include:
a bachelor degree in accounting, advertising, business, business administration, business technology administration, economics, finance, human resource management, international business, international development, management, marketing, operations/project management, psychology, strategy and sustainability.
Relevant work experience
Relevant work experience should typically be post-graduation and includes work in a professional, knowledge-based or information-oriented workplace. This may include work in administration, business, customer support, finance, government, human resources, law, 10 marketing, operations/project management, strategy and sustainability. This will need to be supported with evidence.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider
one of these related programs:
Student visas
This program does not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).
To study this program in Australia you will need a temporary visa or residency status with study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (8 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$19,340
2027
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. The program code for the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management is 5791.
International students who want to study this program will not be eligible for a Student Visa (subclass 500).
To study this program in Australia, you will need an Australian visa or residency status with sufficient study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management is 5791.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
Visa processing times vary. Apply and accept your offer as early as you can.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit.
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