Online Courses Handbook 2003

126411 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

Introduction
In the late 1980s many organisations substantially redesigned and expanded personnel departments into human resource management departments often with a significant increase in status and responsibilities. Many positions which were substantially clerical or administrative in the old personnel department now have upgraded responsibilities and a more professional training approach. This course provides experienced human resource management staff, without a first degree, the opportunity to acquire a formal qualification in the discipline.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An appropriate degree from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent or consideration to suitable applicants with a minimum of three years human resource management experience holding, or having held, a defined human resource management position and fulfilling the criteria set down for mature age entry.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Professional Recognition
The course meets the accreditation requirements of the Australian Human Resource Institute.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

11217 v.2 Industrial Relations (Australian) 560 3.0 25.0

11218 v.4 Communication in Organisations 560 3.0 25.0

4688 v.5 Human Resource Management (Overview) 560 3.0 25.0

5747 v.6 Employee Relations - Advanced Topics 650 3.0 25.0

100.0