Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management

2023 Deakin University Handbook

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Year	2023 course information
Award granted	Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management
Campus	This course is an exit option only
Duration	1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Deakin course code	M615
Approval status	This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework.
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

The Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management can only be completed as an exit option from the Master of Human Resource Management. The course is made up of 8 credit points of study plus the Academic Integrity Module, MAI010.

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.

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.

Course rules

The Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management requires completion of 8 credit points comprising 7 credit points of core units and a 1 credit point elective unit, plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, MAI010 Academic Integrity Module.