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Postgraduate
Qualification
6 Months Full-Time
Duration
Mar, Jul, Nov
Start Dates
4
Units
$4,717*
Fees Per Unit
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management equips you with the practical, analytical and ethical leadership skills required to manage and optimise today’s diverse and evolving workforces.
Co-designed with industry experts and professionally accredited by the Australian HR Institute (AHRI), this program aligns with the Australian HR Capability Framework. You’ll gain expertise in employee relations, diversity and inclusion, and workforce leadership — ensuring you graduate with both credibility and career-ready capability.
This qualification also serves as a direct pathway to the MBA, allowing you to use this Graduate Certificate as four elective units and continue seamlessly toward advanced study.
‘The online flexibility has been a game changer for me. I have no idea where I would be without the ability to study when and how I need to. I have taken my work interstate, overseas, anywhere you can think of.’
Corey, Swinburne Online graduate
Strong demand across corporate, government and SME sectors are showing a 16.3% expected growth for HR Managers. (SEEK 2026)
The Business Faculty received a 5-star rating for overall quality of educational experience.
The Business Faculty received a 5-star rating for overall quality of educational experience.
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management consists of:
This curriculum is tailored for professionals seeking to:
Upon completion, this graduate certificate serves as a direct pathway to Swinburne Online’s Master of Business Administration (MBA).
The units you’ve completed will count towards the MBA, allowing for a seamless transition into advanced studies. Swinburne’s MBA is recognised globally, holding a Tier-1 rating and ranking among the top online MBAs.
Applicants are required to have one of the following:
If you are applying as an international student, please view the English language requirements.
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case by case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
Applicants are required to have one of the following:
If you are applying as an international student, please view the English language requirements.
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case by case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!
We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.
*Note: Unit fees may change each year.
FEE-HELP provided loans are available to assist eligible students to pay their course fees and there are a range of university, government and privately funded scholarships and prizes.
There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.
Scholarships are available for both new and current students.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student Scholarships
There are a range of scholarships available to support Indigenous students in minimising the costs of study materials, accommodation, relocation and more.
How it works:
1. Check eligibility
2. Gather the relevant documentation
3. Produce a personal statement
4. Obtain your references
5. Apply online here
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Course fees will be affected by a student’s unit selection and any credit awarded in recognition of previous academic experience.
This course is offered to domestic and offshore international students.
Domestic students also contribute to student services and amenities via an annual fee.
For more details on scholarships and financial support, visit the Swinburne website or speak with our Course Consultant team today!
Let’s take a look at the wide range of roles you can pursue with a Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (average annual salaries via SEEK):
Identify and hire talent by partnering with hiring managers to define job requirements, sourcing candidates via various platforms, conduct screenings, manage interviews, and negotiate offers.
Identify and hire talent by partnering with hiring managers to define job requirements, sourcing candidates via various platforms, conduct screenings, manage interviews, and negotiate offers.
Manage the full employee lifecycle, covering recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, policy compliance, performance management, and HRIS data management.
Manage the full employee lifecycle, covering recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, policy compliance, performance management, and HRIS data management.
Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate, timely salary payments, tax, and superannuation compliance for employees.
Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate, timely salary payments, tax, and superannuation compliance for employees.
On successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to:
Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.
Canvas is where all your classwork will take place. You’ll experience engaging lectures, tackle assignments, and connect with others on lively discussion boards. All within an easy-to-use platform. Stay on top of your progress, plan your studies with ease, and set your own pace — whether you want to fast-track your degree with up to 12 units a year or take it slow with part-time study. It’s all about balancing your studies with the rest of your life!
You are supported at every stage of your journey with Swinburne Online, from enrolment and your first day through to graduation. Our dedicated teams are here to help you stay on track, feel confident, and succeed in your studies.
Support tailored to you:
With ongoing access to support, tools, and resources, you are never studying alone with Swinburne Online.
Indigenous Student Services
Access opportunities. Get tailored support with your studies. Thrive as an Indigenous student with the team at the Moondani Toombadool Centre.
Moondani Toombadool means ‘embracing teaching and learning’ in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri People. Established in 2018, the Moondani Toombadool Centre (MTC) handles all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander matters at Swinburne. This includes governance, student services, teaching and learning, research, staff, culture and engagement. Student services include but are not limited to:
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The suite of Swinburne Online Business degrees provides students with the opportunity to forge connections within the industry. Students hear from industry leaders and work with real-life clients with demonstrated experience within their respective fields, such as SEEK.
