Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management at Murdoch University equips professionals with advanced skills in HR management to advance their careers. Utilizing virtual reality for immersive training, the program emphasizes fostering a positive workplace culture and leveraging technology. Graduates will specialize in attracting, retaining, and developing workforces as HR specialists, senior people advisors, and human resources business partners.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management is a coursework degree designed for HR professionals seeking to advance their careers or explore development opportunities. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively plan and manage organizational teams, aligning them with strategic goals and objectives. The program emphasizes fostering a productive and sustainable workplace culture, incorporating new technologies and innovative HR solutions. Students will enhance their HR expertise through modules covering talent management, performance management, and people analytics.
Key program highlights:
- Virtual Reality Integration: Murdoch University is the first in Australia to utilize avatars and virtual reality (VR) to prepare students for real-life HR experiences, such as interviews and conflict resolution.
- Industry-Experienced Faculty: Students are taught by leading academics with extensive consulting experience across various industries, including healthcare, IT, aged care, banking, and education.
- Industry Engagement: The program incorporates industry guest lectures and real-world projects, providing practical experience and insights.
- Pathway to Master's Degree: Completion of the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management allows students to progress to a Master of Human Resources Management in just 12 months.
Outline:
Total Credit Points:
24
Required Units (24 credit points):
- MBS555 Human Resource Management Perspectives (3 credit points): This unit provides a comprehensive overview of human resource management principles, theories, and practices.
- MBL501 Human Resource Management Law (3 credit points): This unit explores the legal framework governing employment relationships, including industrial relations, discrimination, and workplace health and safety.
- MBS538 Organisational Behaviour and Management (3 credit points): This unit examines individual and group behavior within organizations, focusing on motivation, leadership, and team dynamics.
- MBS535 Managing, Evaluating and Developing Human Resources (3 credit points): This unit covers the processes involved in managing, evaluating, and developing human resources, including recruitment, selection, training, and performance management.
- MBS568 Organisational Change, Management and Consultancy (3 credit points): This unit explores the challenges and strategies associated with managing organizational change, including change management models, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
- MBS603 Data, Metrics, Reporting and Analytics (3 credit points): This unit focuses on the use of data and analytics in human resource management, including performance measurement, workforce planning, and talent analytics.
- MBS688 Acquisition of Human Resources (3 credit points): This unit examines the processes involved in acquiring human resources, including recruitment, selection, and onboarding.
- MBS668 Managing Remuneration, Benefits and Motivation (3 credit points): This unit covers the design and implementation of remuneration and benefits systems, as well as strategies for motivating employees.
Careers:
Upon graduation, students will possess in-demand management skills, specializing in developing strategies to attract, retain, develop, engage, and reward a capable workforce. The program prepares students for a variety of HR roles, including:
- People and Culture Manager
- HR Specialist
- Senior People Advisor
- Human Resources Business Partner
Professional Accreditation:
The Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
