Version Effective: 31st of October, 2022
Version Effective: 31st of October, 2022

BSB50320 - Diploma of Human Resource Management

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a variety of roles within the human resources sector. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources Advisor and Human Resources Business Partner.

Responsibilities are likely to be determined at a workplace level. Some smaller organisations may require employees to work across all aspects of human resources. In larger organisations, individuals may coordinate a single human resources function.

Entry Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

Entry into this qualification is limited to those who:

Have two years of equivalent full-time relevant work experience; or

Have completed the following four (4) 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.

Note: Equivalent competencies are predecessors to these units, which have been mapped as equivalent. These units are part of the BSBSS00105 Human Resources Foundations Skill Set.

VET Student Loan Information

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Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $8,880.00 (2024)
Fee for service per unit $740.00 (2024)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $370.00 (2024)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Business, Accounting and Law
Skill Area
  • Business Services
AQF Level Level 5: Diploma

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Career opportunities include: Human Resources Consultant, Human Resource Advisor, Human Resources Coordinator, Human Resources Manager, Payroll Team Leader, or Payroll Manager.

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 7 core units
  2. Complete 5 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Standard Course Structure

18 - 24 months

  • Online
Core

Students must complete a total number of units = 12

7 core units plus

5 elective units, of which:

  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group A - Human Resources
  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group B - Transferable Skills
  • For the remaining 1 elective unit:
  • up to 1 unit may be selected from Groups A and B
  • if not listed, 1 unit may be selected from the Unspecified Electives List or from a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma
BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM521 Facilitate performance development processes More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM522 Manage employee and industrial relations More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM523 Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM524 Coordinate workforce plan implementation More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM527 Coordinate human resource functions and processes More Information Training.gov Details
BSBOPS504 Manage business risk More Information Training.gov Details
Group A Electives - Human Resources

Students must complete a total number of units = 12

7 core units plus

5 elective units, of which:

  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group A - Human Resources
  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group B - Transferable Skills
  • For the remaining 1 elective unit:
  • up to 1 unit may be selected from Groups A and B
  • if not listed, 1 unit may be selected from the Unspecified Electives List or from a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma
BSBHRM525 Manage recruitment and onboarding More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM526 Manage payroll More Information Training.gov Details
BSBHRM528 Coordinate remuneration and employee benefits More Information Training.gov Details
Group B Electives - Transferable Skills

Students must complete a total number of units = 12

7 core units plus

5 elective units, of which:

  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group A - Human Resources
  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group B - Transferable Skills
  • For the remaining 1 elective unit:
  • up to 1 unit may be selected from Groups A and B
  • if not listed, 1 unit may be selected from the Unspecified Electives List or from a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma
BSBCMM511 Communicate with influence More Information Training.gov Details
BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships More Information Training.gov Details
Unspecified Electives

Students must complete a total number of units = 12

7 core units plus

5 elective units, of which:

  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group A - Human Resources
  • 2 elective units must be selected from Group B - Transferable Skills
  • For the remaining 1 elective unit:
  • up to 1 unit may be selected from Groups A and B
  • if not listed, 1 unit may be selected from the Unspecified Electives List or from a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma
BSBCMM412 Lead difficult conversations More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 BSBHRM525 - Manage recruitment and onboarding
2 BSBHRM526 - Manage payroll
3 BSBWHS411 - Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
4 BSBCMM511 - Communicate with influence
5 BSBLDR523 - Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
6 BSBHRM521 - Facilitate performance development processes
7 BSBHRM522 - Manage employee and industrial relations
8 BSBHRM523 - Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals
9 BSBHRM524 - Coordinate workforce plan implementation
10 BSBHRM527 - Coordinate human resource functions and processes
11 BSBOPS504 - Manage business risk
12 BSBHRM528 - Coordinate remuneration and employee benefits

The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBCMM412 Lead difficult conversations

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
RPL
Project
Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2022 Availabilities

Standard Course Structure

Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time

Domestic 2023 Availabilities

Standard Course Structure

Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

Standard Course Structure

Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
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