Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management
2026 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2026 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management |
| Deakin course code | M615 |
| Course Credit Points | 8 |
| Course version | 2 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Business and Law |
| Course Information | For students who commenced from 2009 onwards |
| Campus | This course is an exit option only |
| Duration | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8 |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Pathways
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Work experience
Course overview
The Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management can only be completed as an exit option from the Master of Human Resource Management.
This specialised course is designed to provide a qualification for graduates and/or those with significant experience working in the human resources field in business, government and industry. The course is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
In addition, the course aims to meet the needs of senior management whose duties require them to take on responsibilities in human resources development and management. The course provides students with the skills and knowledge to fit them for the human resource development and management roles that their employment demands.
The course is made up of 8 credit points of study plus the Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin, DAI001.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management offers a strong foundation in HR practice and theory for those progressing toward more specialised or senior roles. It suits early to mid-career professionals seeking to broaden their capabilities and take the next step in their HR career.
Career opportunities include:
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Human resource manager
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human resource adviser
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human resource coordinator
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talent acquisition specialist
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employee relations officer
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workforce planning analyst
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learning and development officer
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change management support officer
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Human resources business partner
Graduates can work across a range of industries in roles that support strategic planning, employee engagement, and organisational performance.
Participation requirements
Units in this course may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Mandatory student checks
Units which contain work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, working with children check or other check. These requirements will be detailed in unit guides upon enrolment.
Pathways
This course can be a pathway to:
Master of Human Resource Management (M782)
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Integrate advanced understanding of a contemporary body of knowledge in human resource management to operate as a skilled HR professional in business. |
| Communication | Select and apply advanced appropriate communication skills within the context of human resource management |
| Digital literacy | Select and apply appropriate digital technologies to identify and disseminate complex information, concepts and theories in human resource management. |
| Critical thinking | Review, critically analyse, consolidate and synthesize human resource related knowledge to respond to specialised and authentic contexts encountered by human resource professionals. |
| Problem solving | Relate and develop advanced problem solving skills necessary to conceptualise and solve human resource issues in the workplace. |
| Self-management | Employ a range of advanced skills in undertaking independent learning in human resource management. |
| Teamwork | Apply team working skills in addressing human resource issues in the contemporary workplace |
| Global citizenship | Evaluate emerging global human resource issues as they effect organisations. |
Approved by Faculty Board 15/11/2019
Course rules
To complete the Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management you must pass 8 credit points. This includes:
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
- 8 credit points of core units
Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
Course structure
Compulsory 0-credit point module
To be completed in the first trimester of study:-
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin |
Core units
| MMH701 | Human Resource Strategy |
| MMH702 | Strategic Staffing |
| MBA702 | Financial Decision Making |
| MMH709 | Workplace Relations |
| MMH703 | Workforce Capability |
| MMH707 | Managed Change |
| MIS714 | People Analytics |
| MMH711 | The New World of Work |
Work experience
This course does not require students to complete compulsory work integrated learning units.
Course duration
You may be able to study available units in the optional third trimester to fast-track your degree, however your course duration may be extended if there are delays in meeting course requirements, such as completing a placement.
Further information
Contact Student Central for assistance in course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements. Student Central can also provide information for a wide range of services at Deakin. To help you understand the University vocabulary, please refer to our Enrolment codes and terminology page.