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Duration
This course can typically be completed within 12 to 18 months.
* The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge.
Intake
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Overview
Availability:Applications for 2027 are now open.
Online Application: This course is available for online application.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: Currently not available as either an apprenticeship or traineeship.
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.
| Delivery Details | |
| Location | Danala - Education Community Precinct Online |
| Duration | 12 months full-time 18 months part-time * Course duration may vary depending on the time required to achieve the required competencies. |
| Study Mode | Blended * Information about study modes are available in the 2027 TAFE Student Guide. |
| Start Date | February 1, 2027 *You can enrol any time after the start date. The delivery team will confirm your start date and the next available unit. |
| Attendance | Online Face-to-face |
Career opportunities
After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
- HR Manager
- HR Consultant
- Senior HR Officer
- HR Advisor
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises skills and knowledge gained through previous study, work experience, volunteering, or life experience. If your existing skills and knowledge meet the requirements of a unit of competency, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your qualification. If you would like to apply for RPL, please indicate this when completing your enrolment form. For more information, please contact CDU TAFE Student Services on 08 8946 7111, or email TAFE@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
If you have completed the same, or an equivalent, unit through another Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you may be eligible for a credit transfer. To apply, submit a completed Application for Credit Transfer Form and supporting documentation. Applications are encouraged at the time of enrolment. There is no fee for credit transfer applications.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
If you completed a VET qualification at Certificate IV level or above and later enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your degree.
The table below shows the maximum credit available based on your completed qualification.
Completed Qualification | HE | VET | Bachelor Degree | Maximum Credit Available |
Certificate IV | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 40 credit points | |
Certificate IV | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 40 credit points | |
Diploma | * | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 80 credit points |
Diploma | * | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 80 credit points |
Advanced Diploma | * | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |
Advanced Diploma | * | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |
Associate Degree | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points | |
Associate Degree | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points | |
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Course Structure To achieve BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be completed comprising seven (7) core and five (5) elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses. The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 710-730.
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2027 Fees
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early. Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible. |
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type. For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments. | |
| Fee Exemptions | Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only. At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment. If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption. |
| VET Student Loans | Eligible students may access a VET Student Loan to pay for their course fees (up to capped amounts). 2026 VET Student Loan schedule |
General Description Availability:Applications for 2027 are now open. 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.
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Accreditation This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the BSB Business Services Training Package. | ||||||||||||
Locations and Study Mode Locations: Danala - Education and Community Precinct, online | ||||||||||||
Entry Requirements Domestic | Entry to this qualification is limited to those who have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies):
Equivalent competencies are predecessors to these units, which have been mapped as equivalent. or Have two years equivalent full-time relevant work experience. A pre-enrolment interview will be conducted, and your lecturer will determine whether a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment is necessary to establish support requirements, or to meet eligibility requirements for VET Student Loans. A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals. Required Resources Students can access assessments and learning resources at any time through CDU's online learning platform, Learnline. Before getting started, make sure your computer meets the required system requirements. | |||||||||||
Duration Estimated completion time: 1 year/s | |
This course can typically be completed within 12 to 18 months. * The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge. | |
Career Opportunities After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
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Fees
2027 Fees
| Fee Type | 2027 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | $2,804.50 - $2,883.50 |
| Full Fee | $8,576.80 - $8,818.40 |
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early.
Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Hold a current Centrelink Concession or Healthcare card
- Hold a Veteran's Healthcare card
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Hold a permanent resident visa with Refugee or Humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
Delivery allowance for VET funded programs
VET student loans
Eligible students may access a VET Student Loan to pay for their course fees (up to capped amounts).
Determine your eligibility using the VET Student Loan Eligibility Tool on the Your Career website.
2026 VET Student Loan schedule
2027 VET Student Loan schedule
International VET Package
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Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
What will I study?
To achieve BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be completed comprising seven (7) core and five (5) elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses.
Course structure
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 710-730.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| Core units of competency | ||
| BSBHRM521 | Facilitate performance development processes | 60 |
| BSBHRM522 | Manage employee and industrial relations | 80 |
| BSBHRM523 | Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals | 60 |
| BSBHRM524 | Coordinate workforce plan implementation | 60 |
| BSBHRM527 | Coordinate human resource functions and processes | 60 |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk | 60 |
| BSBWHS411 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | 50 |
| Total nominal hours for core units | 430 | |
| Elective units of competency (Select 5) | ||
| Group A - Human Resources(at least 2 must be completed) | ||
| BSBHRM528 | Coordinate remuneration and employee benefits | 60 |
| BSBHRM529 | Coordinate separation and termination processes | 60 |
| BSBHRM530 | Coordinate rehabilitation and return to work programs | 50 |
| Group B - Transferable Skills (at least 2 must be completed) | ||
| BSBLDR523 | Lead and manage effective workplace relationships | 50 |
| BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | 60 |
| BSBSTR503 | Develop organisational policy | 60 |
| BSBTWK501 | Lead diversity and inclusion | 60 |
| Unnamed Elective | ||
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence | 60 |
| Total nominal hours for elective units | 280-300 | |
| Total nominal hours for the qualification | 710-730 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who 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.
or
Have two years equivalent full-time relevant work experience.
A pre-enrolment interview will be conducted, and your lecturer will determine whether a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment is necessary to establish support requirements, or to meet eligibility requirements for VET Student Loans.
A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
Required Resources
Students can access assessments and learning resources at any time through CDU's online learning platform, Learnline. Before getting started, make sure your computer meets the required system requirements.
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Course details
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the BSB Business Services Training Package.
Location and study mode
Locations: Danala - Education and Community Precinct, online
Study Mode: On campus, online, both
Note:
Delivery at individuals locations is subject to demand. Additional locations and/or study modes may become available pending sufficient demand.
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Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
How to apply
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How to apply for international students
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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