BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management

Follow your calling to become an HR advisor or consultant.

Specialise in HR management with a nationally recognised diploma.

Do you love helping others resolve issues and finding positive solutions? Does seeing the right person in the right job bring you satisfaction? A career in HR could be right up your alley – and the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management is a great way to get there. Even if you already have the natural talent for dealing with people, formal HR training can give your resumé the edge to stand out to potential employers.

Foundation Education’s HR diploma covers every aspect you will need to learn to succeed as a human resources consultant, advisor, or business partner. From recruitment and onboarding to WHS and development programs, you will graduate this HR course with a thorough understanding of what it takes to bring value to any business as an HR professional.

A human resource management course is a great steppingstone towards a career full of stability and opportunities. After all, HR is an ongoing and essential need for all businesses. The ‘human resource professionals’ category currently encompasses over 78,000 workers in Australia, with 81% of those people employed full-time on an average salary of $1,662 per week. Plus, this field is expected to grow significantly in the future (data from Job Outlook).

Our HR management diploma is delivered entirely online, which means you can study anywhere, anytime. As an aspiring HR professional, you know exactly how important that kind of flexibility can be.

*Source: Joboutlook.gov.au

The BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management is a Nationally Recognised course.

Eligibility Requirements

Education

You must have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies):

BSBHRM411 Administer performance development processes;
BSBHRM412 Support employee and industrial relations;
BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding; and
BSBHRM417 Support human resource functions and processes.

Equivalent competencies are predecessors to these units, which have been mapped as equivalent.

You must have two years of equivalent full-time relevant work experience.

Minimum Age

You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.

Residency Status

You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.

Computer Requirements

In order to successfully complete the online part of the human resource management course you will need regular access to the following:

Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended)
Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11
MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).

Qualification

Diploma of Human Resource Management

Delivery

Online Course available

Length

The length of the course is up to 12 months

Study Load

Submit 1 unit of competency every 4 weeks to graduate in 12 months

Cost

Payment Options

Upfront Payment
Payment Plan

Course Outcomes

After earning your HR certification online with Foundation Education, you will have the skills to step into most human resource management roles. You will know how to approach all key HR projects including facilitating development processes, managing relationships with employees, coordinating learning opportunities, organising recruitment and onboarding of new staff, and more.

Human Resources Advisor

An HR advisor acts as a bridge between employees and management, playing a key role in investigating any concerns and resolving conflicts. You will also assist your business with recruiting new staff, helping employees deal with organisational change, planning training initiatives, and supporting employees as required.

Human Resources Business Partner

As an HR business partner, your focus will be ensuring your organisation’s objectives are aligned with and actioned by each employee and department. You will work closely with senior management to ensure the business’s goals and strategy are understood by the wider team, effectively translating the company’s ‘big picture’ into actionable tasks for each staff member.

Human Resources Consultant

HR consultants are the go-to professionals for ensuring all human resources policies are appropriately thought out and delivered correctly to all staff members. A successful consultant will ensure that all personnel in the workplace are making an effective contribution to the organisation’s overall goals.

Delivery Options and Length

Online Course

Flexible online learning, meaning you can study whenever and wherever suits you through our online learning platform, My eCampus.

The length of the course is up to: 12 months

Cost & Payment Options

Upfront Payment

Payment Plan

Your course fee includes the delivery and assessment of your qualification, your study materials (including all resources) and ongoing support from our Education Team.

Upfront payment All course costs can be paid in total via VISA/MasterCard or bank deposit.

Payment plan Paid via a series of regular weekly or fortnightly instalments.

Online Course

BSBHRM521

Facilitate performance development processes

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and facilitate implementation of performance development processes and to coordinate individual or group learning and development to encourage effective employee performance. This unit applies to individuals who are authorised to establish effective performance development processes for an organisation and who may have staff reporting to them.

BSBHRM522

Manage employee and industrial relations

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage employee relations (ER) and industrial relations (IR) matters in an organisation. It involves developing and implementing ER and IR policies and plans and managing conflict resolution negotiations. The unit applies to those who are authorised to oversee IR and manage conflict and grievances in an organisation. They will have a sound theoretical knowledge base in human resources management and IR as well as current knowledge of ER and IR trends and legislation.

BSBHRM523

Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals. Particular emphasis is on the coordination of strategies to facilitate and promote learning and to monitor and improve learning performance. The unit applies to individuals who have a role in coordinating the development of a learning environment in which work and learning come together. At this level work will normally be carried out within complex and diverse methods and procedures, which require the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem solving and decision-making strategies.

BSBHRM524

Coordinate workforce plan implementation

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate the implementation of a workforce plan, including researching requirements, coordination of planning and implementing initiatives and monitoring trends. The unit applies to individuals who are human resource practitioners or staff members with a role in a policy or planning unit that focuses on workforce planning.

BSBHRM527

Coordinate human resource functions and processes

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate human resource functions and processes, integrating business ethics. The unit applies to individuals with responsibility for coordinating a range of human resource functions and processes across an organisation. They may have staff reporting to them.

BSBOPS504

Manage business risk

This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting. The unit applies to individuals who are working in positions of authority and who are approved to implement change across the organisation, business unit, program or project area. They may or may not have responsibility for directly supervising others.

BSBWHS411

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor an organisation’s work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs in the relevant work area in order to meet legislative requirements. The unit applies to those with supervisory responsibilities in a work area who have a broad knowledge of WHS policies and contribute well-developed skills in creating solutions to problems through analysis and evaluation of information from a variety of sources. They provide supervision and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.

BSBOPS501

Manage business resources

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage resources according to planned business strategies. It includes analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans, allocating resources, and reviewing and reporting on resource usage. The unit applies to individuals with a role in allocating and monitoring the use of physical and/or human resources to meet defined business objectives.

BSBHRM525

Manage recruitment and onboarding

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage all aspects of recruitment and onboarding processes according to organisational policies and procedures. The unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for managing aspects of recruiting, selecting new staff and orientating those staff in their new positions. The individual may be directly involved in the recruitment processes themselves or coordinating the process.

BSBWHS521

Ensure a safe workplace for a work area

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, maintain and evaluate an organisation’s work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs in a work area to ensure a safe workplace, according to WHS legislative requirements. It takes a systems approach and addresses compliance with relevant legislative requirements. The unit applies to those working in a range of contexts who have, or are likely to have, responsibility for WHS as part of their broader management role. It is relevant for people with obligations under WHS laws, for example persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) or officers, as defined by WHS laws.

BSBFIN501

Manage budgets and financial plans

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management in an organisation or work area. It includes planning and implementing financial management approaches and supporting and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes. The unit applies to managers in a wide range of organisations and sectors who have responsibility for the effective use of financial resources within work teams. They are responsible for ensuring that financial resources are managed in line with the financial objectives of the team and organisation.

BSBPEF501

Manage personal and professional development

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others. The unit applies to individuals working in a range of managerial positions who are accountable for the development and performance of others.

Prereqs

You must have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies):

BSBHRM411 Administer performance development processes;
BSBHRM412 Support employee and industrial relations;
BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding; and
BSBHRM417 Support human resource functions and processes.

Equivalent competencies are predecessors to these units, which have been mapped as equivalent.

You must have two years equivalent full-time relevant work experience.

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Recognition of Prior Learning

Given that some students may already be able to demonstrate their competence in some units, a recognition of prior learning (RPL) assessment process may be available to students to recognise skills and knowledge that may have been gained through formal and informal training and/or learning, work experience and life experience.

Why choose us?

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Laura Andrews, Diploma of Business

Having a flexible study option means that I can still work full-time and have a social life whilst completing my qual

Flexible Online Study
All of our courses are delivered online, giving you the flexibility to choose your course length.
Dedicated Student Support
Our industry experienced Technical Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers will support you from enrolment through to graduation.
Industry-relevant Courses
Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to equip you with job-ready skills.
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All of our courses are Nationally Recognised and accredited.

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