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Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

Course Code: P1039

This is a professionally-oriented coursework qualification in Human Resource Management. It takes a strategic view of HRM which links an organisation's strategic goals and objectives to the management of its human resources. Coursework options include strategic overviews of the HRM operating environment, HR planning, staffing, training and development, performance management, remuneration, and a specialised unit covering occupational health and safety, drugs and alcohol in the workplace and counselling. Graduates will often continue studies towards the Master of Human Resource Management.

Level:	Diploma
Qualification:	Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (PgDipHRM)
Duration:	2 trimesters full-time or part-time equivalent
Availability:	Murdoch campus (internal) Murdoch campus (external)
Employment Prospects:	Career prospects are good as organisations are competing to retain and develop scarce, high quality talent in an increasingly competitive global market place. HRM has grown in importance in the past decade.
Special Requirements:	There may be a reduction in choice of units if completing this course in the external mode. Access to adequate library resources and to the Internet is essential for external students.
Professional Recognition:	The course is accredited by the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI).

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