BSB50320 - Diploma of Human Resource Management

Version Effective: 1st of January, 2025

Course Details

Course Summary

If you want to extend your knowledge and skills in the field of human resources (HR), this course is for you. The Diploma of Human Resources Management will give you the tools to manage staff and prepare you for the next step in your career.

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.

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

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.

What is the purpose of bksb?  

The bksb is an approved online review tool that will give the student a level for their English (literacy) and Maths (numeracy) levels, and can also help to identify any skill gaps or areas that the student might need additional support in.

Entry into this qualification is limited to those who: 

Have two (2) years of equivalent fulltime 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

VET Student Loans may be available for eligible students in approved Diploma level qualifications. The loan can be used towards Tuition Fees only and does not cover additional expenses such as textbooks, uniforms, equipment, travel, tools, and accommodation or general living expenses. Loan limits or caps may apply for some eligible courses and where a loan limit is reached for a course, students may be required to pay upfront for any remaining units.

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Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $9,156.00 (2026)
Fee for service per unit $763.00 (2026)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $573.00 (2026)
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

The achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 7 core and 5 elective units. Upon successful completion, students will receive a Diploma of Human Resource Management.

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

Pathways: Students who complete the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management will be eligible for direct entry into CL86 Bachelor of Business at CQUniversity. Students may receive credit toward CL86 in the Human Resource Management Major and Liberal Studies Minor, for units completed in BSB50320. 

Exit Points: Students who exit this course at any time prior to completion will receive a statement of attainment for those units of competency they have successfully achieved. 

Course Structures
COURSE STRUCTURE
ONLINE COURSE

Online self-directed: 12 - 24 Months

Part-time: One (1) unit per 10 week study period

To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per study period. Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they would be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments.

  • Online
  • Domestic
ONLINE COURSE

Cluster 1: BSB50320_C01: BSBCRT511
Cluster 2: BSB50320_C02: BSBHRM522
Cluster 3: BSB50320_C03: BSBOPS504
Cluster 6: BSB50320_C06: BSBHRM525
Cluster 7: BSB50320_C07: BSBLDR523
Cluster 9: BSB50320_C09: BSBHRM528
Cluster 10: BSB50320_C10: BSBHRM524
Cluster 11: BSB50320_C11: BSBHRM521
Cluster 12: BSB50320_C12: BSBHRM529

Online self-directed course study is structured into fixed intake study periods that have set durations of 10 weeks per intake period from the intake commencement date.  You will be able to access your learning materials two weeks prior to the commencement of the intake study period. You must be enrolled into your unit/s to be able to access your learning materials.

To ensure you can manage your study load, we strongly recommend students follow the recommended unit study sequence when enrolling and enrol in no more than 1 unit per intake or the units required to complete one cluster/stage unless otherwise advised. 

BSB50320: GENERIC COURSE ELECTIVES

Cluster 12A: BSB50320_C12A: BSBPEF502

The units within the generic course electives list are recommended for students. Please contact the Course Management Team at, coursemanagement@cqu.edu.au, for assistance substituting your elective units.

Course Assessment Information

Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
RPL
Project
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?

Domestic 2022 Availabilities

Online Course

Domestic 2023 Availabilities

Online Course

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

Online Course

Domestic 2025 Availabilities

Online Course
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 2026 Availabilities

Online Course
Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
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