Diploma of Human Resources Management

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a sound theoretical knowledge base in human resources management and demonstrate a range of managerial skills to ensure that human resources functions are effectively conducted in an organisation or business area. Typically they would have responsibility for the work of other staff.

Job roles

Human resources adviser

Human resources and change manager

Human resources consultant

Human resources manager

Senior human resources officer.


Subjects

Total number of units = 9

6 core units plus

3 elective units, of which:

at least 2 units must be from the elective units listed below

1 unit may be from an accredited course or any endorsed Training Package at Certificate IV level or above.

Elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and industry context for human resources.

Core units

add topic BSBHRM501B Manage human resources services

add topic BSBHRM506A Manage recruitment selection and induction processes

add topic BSBHRM512A Develop and manage performance-management processes

add topic BSBHRM513A Manage workforce planning

add topic BSBWRK510A Manage employee relations

add topic BSBWHS401A Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements

Elective units

add topic BSBDIV501A Manage diversity in the workplace

add topic BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans

add topic BSBFIM502A Manage payroll

add topic BSBHRM502A Manage human resources management information systems

add topic BSBHRM505B Manage remuneration and employee benefits

add topic BSBHRM507A Manage separation or termination

add topic BSBHRM509A Manage rehabilitation or return to work programs

add topic BSBHRM510A Manage mediation processes

add topic BSBHRM511A Manage expatriate staff

add topic BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system

add topic BSBINN601B Manage organisational change

add topic BSBITU402A Develop and use complex spreadsheets

add topic BSBLED501A Develop a workplace learning environment

add topic BSBLED502A Manage programs that promote personal effectiveness

add topic BSBMGT502B Manage people performance

add topic BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement

add topic BSBPMG522A Undertake project work

add topic BSBRKG502B Manage and monitor business or records system

add topic BSBRSK501B Manage risk

add topic BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

add topic BSBWHS501A Ensure a safe workplace

add topic BSBWHS506A Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:

    BSB41013 Certificate IV in Human Resources or other relevant qualifications

    OR

    with vocational experience in human resources management, but without formal qualifications.

    Examples of indicative job roles for candidates seeking entry based on their vocational experience include:

    Human resources assistant

    Human resources coordinator

    Human resources administrator

    Human resources officer

    Payroll officer.

    Pathways from the qualification

    BSB60407 Advanced Diploma of Management

    BSB60907 Advanced Diploma of Management (Human Resources)

    other Advanced Diploma qualifications.


Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.


Licensing Information

There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.


Employability Skills

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

consulting with internal and external stakeholders

interviewing, counselling, negotiating and acting as an advocate for the organisation

questioning to clarify and evaluate information

writing in a range of styles to suit different audiences

Teamwork

treating team members with integrity, respect and empathy

working with others and clearly identifying the roles and responsibilities of the human resources team, line managers and external contractors

Problem-solving

conducting cost-benefit analyses, determining salary packaging, and assessing and managing risk

generating a range of options to resolve human resources issues

identifying appropriate data-gathering techniques for training needs analyses

managing organisational change and diversity

Initiative and enterprise

being responsive to change and translating ideas into innovative solutions

promoting flexible work practices and encouraging diversity

Planning and organising

analysing strategic and operational plans in order to plan, deliver and evaluate the human resources service delivery or agreement

collecting, collating and analysing information using appropriate workplace business systems

Self-management

complying with legislative and statutory requirements

planning own work, predicting consequences and identifying improvements

presenting a professional image when representing the organisation

Learning

supporting the implementation of learning and development initiatives as identified by performance review processes

identifying and providing training support

mentoring and coaching others

Technology

selecting and using technology to record, track and retrieve information

selecting appropriate human resources systems

using electronic communication devices and processes, such as internet, intranet and email to produce written correspondence and reports

using technology to facilitate change, assist the management of information, and assist the planning process