Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management

Course Introduction

About the Programme
Across all businesses and industries, the one thing that makes an organisation stand out from others is the people behind it.

The Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management provides you with the know-how to plan and manage teams within an organisation in ways which align with its strategic goals and objectives.

You will learn what makes a productive and sustainable workplace culture and be able to apply new technologies and innovative HR solutions.

You can boost your HR expertise with new skills in people and performance management.

Units completed in this programme count as credits for the Master of Business programme, which is useful if you want to take your studies further and customise your Master’s education.

The programme can be completed in a minimum of 8 months.
 

Curriculum Overview

Professional Accreditation

• Accredited by the Australian HR Institute

Core Units

• Human Resource Management Perspectives
• Human Resource Management Law
• Organisational Behaviour and Management

Elective Units
(Choose 1 unit)

• Acquisition of Human Resources
• Data, Metrics, Reporting and Analytics
• Managing, Evaluating and Developing Human Resources
• Managing Remuneration, Benefits and Motivation
• Organisational Change, Management and Consultancy

 

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

• A recognised Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Satisfactory preparation for the programme through previous study or professional experience

The final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.

English Requirement
Applicants are required to meet Murdoch University’s English language requirement

 

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
For Singaporean/PR Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme.

Non-Tuition Fees
For Singaporean/PR ²Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. 
All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.

Education Loan
Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.

• Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
• Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
• Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
• Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.

Study Mode & Duration

Delivery Method
Students will attend a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops in this programme, and they have the flexibility to plan their study schedule and attend classes once or twice a week depending on their study load. Classes are conducted on weekday evenings or weekends to suit the busy schedules of students enrolled in this programme. Each unit is supported with 24 contact hours.
The Pro Vice-Chancellor of Transnational Education & Deputy Dean of Murdoch University are based in Singapore to oversee all academic aspects and ensure a high standard of academic delivery here.

Assessment Method
Each unit is assessed by any combination of class participation, written assignments, projects or examinations. Assessment methods may vary according to individual unit requirements.

Commencement Date
There are 3 intakes per year:
– January
– May
– September
Please contact our consultants to obtain a copy of the class schedules.
Minimum class size: 20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Maximum allowed candidature period:

• 12 credit points: 2 years
• 24 credit points: 4 years
• 36 credit points: 5 years
• 48 credit points: 6 years
• 72 credit points: 10 years
• 96 credit points: 12 years
• 120 credit points: 12 years

If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.