Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management

About the course

This Graduate Certificate develops foundational human resource management capability for people-focused roles in contemporary organisations. You’ll build knowledge of people management challenges and start developing practical skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving to support organisational performance. The course is designed as an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate and can be studied on campus or online in human resource management.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level to emerging roles supporting HR and people management functions across a range of industries. The course supports capability for work in HR operations, recruitment support, employee relations assistance, learning and development coordination and general people advisory support. It also provides a pathway for further postgraduate study in business and human resource management at Graduate Certificate level. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)