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.
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