BSB50320
Diploma of Human Resource Management
Nationally Recognised Qualification
Human resource management is about more than policies and processes—it’s about building organisational capability through effective people strategies. The BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management develops your expertise in recruitment, performance management, employee relations, learning and development, and strategic workforce planning.
This qualification prepares you for HR advisory roles, HR management positions, or specialised people leadership responsibilities. Whether you’re transitioning into HR from another field, formalising your existing HR experience, or advancing your HR career, you’ll gain comprehensive HRM capabilities.
Your Investment
On enrolling: $1,475
After 3 months: $1,475
After 6 months: $960
Total = $3,910
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BSB50320- Diploma of Human Resource Management
HR professionals need flexibility in their learning—which is why this qualification is 100% online with self-paced progression that fits around HR operational demands, recruitment cycles, and organisational priorities. Our interactive design includes realistic HR scenarios, policy development exercises, and case studies based on Australian workplace relations contexts.
With personalised mentor support, you can discuss how to apply HR frameworks to your specific organisational context, industry requirements, and workforce challenges. And if you only need specific HR competencies rather than a full qualification, you can purchase individual units—giving you surgical precision in skills development.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Essential Information
Awards:
BSB50320- Diploma of Human Resource Management
Start Date:
Now. Ready when you are.
Delivery:
100% online, self paced
Nationally Recognised:
Yes (RTO90768)
Schedule:
Self-Paced up to 24 months.
On average a unit will take around 18 Hours.
Students normally should expect to do 1 unit every 2 weeks but you can work this into your schedule.
Duration:
Students who study an average of 5 hours per week can expect to complete in 12 months. If you have the time now to apply yourself, you can complete this course as fast as want.
Who is this for:
Our courses are perfect for both individuals looking to upskill and businesses aiming to develop their teams. Whether you're seeking professional development or want to enhance your staff's capabilities, our nationally recognised units provide flexible learning opportunities tailored to your needs.
Pre-requisites:
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.
Assessment Methods:
Our online courses use a variety of assessment methods, including case studies, knowledge questions, practical activities, written reports, quizzes, reflection journals, and practical demonstrations (where applicable), all designed to test your understanding, practical application, and skills at your own pace with feedback and guidance from your mentor.
Description:
The BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management builds professional expertise across the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding through performance development, employee relations, workforce planning, and separation processes. This nationally recognised qualification consists of 12 units (7 core and 5 electives), giving you flexibility to specialise in areas most relevant to your role and industry.
You’ll develop skills in managing recruitment processes, facilitating performance development, coordinating employee relations, managing workforce plans, and supporting organisational health and wellness initiatives. This qualification balances strategic HR thinking with practical implementation capability.
The Enrolment Process
Don’t just imagine a rewarding HR career—make it a reality. Enrol in the BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management today. Enrol Now and start shaping the future of work!
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Choose & Purchase
Select your unit and click "Enrol Now" to proceed to our secure checkout page. Payment options include credit card, PayPal, AfterPay, and Zip for your convenience.
2
Recieve Confirmation
After completing your payment, you'll receive an instant confirmation email with your receipt and next steps. Our team begins processing your enrolment immediately.
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Access Your Course
Within 24 hours, we'll:
- Set up your student portal access
- Email your login details
- Send your official enrolment form to complete
- Provide access to all course materials and assessments
That's it! You can begin studying as soon as you receive your login details, with full support from our team throughout your learning journey.
Need help? Contact our friendly enrolment team at enrol@edmundbartoncollege.edu.au or 02 9135 2988 if you have any questions.
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Experience Real-World, Interactive Learning
Forget boring PDFs.
Our 100% HTML-based courses immerse you in simulated business environments with real workplace documentation, scenarios, and tasks. Every lesson prepares you for actual business challenges.
Full immersion simulations
Interactive role-based learning
Practical workplace assessments
Focused skill modules
What You Will Learn
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage end-to-end recruitment processes and coordinate effective onboarding that sets new employees up for success
- Performance Development: Facilitate performance development processes that build capability and drive continuous improvement
- Employee & Industrial Relations: Manage employee relations issues professionally whilst maintaining compliance with workplace laws
- Learning & Development: Coordinate learning and development initiatives that build organisational capability and support career growth
- Workforce Planning: Implement workforce plans that align talent supply with business strategy and operational needs
- Health & Wellness: Coordinate health and wellness programmes that support employee wellbeing and organisational performance
Not Ready For a Full Qualification?
That's OK, we specialise in supplying individual units.
COURSE STRUCTURE
BSB50320- Diploma of Human Resource Management
The BSB50320 Diploma of Human Resource Management comprises 12 units: 7 core units and 5 elective units. This structure allows you to gain deep insights into essential HR areas while offering the flexibility to tailor your learning based on your career goals.
Core Units
- Facilitate performance development processesBSBHRM521
- Manage employee and industrial relationsBSBHRM522
- Coordinate the Learning and Development of Teams and IndividualsBSBHRM523
- Coordinate workforce plan implementationBSBHRM524
- Coordinate human resource functions and processesBSBHRM527
- Manage business riskBSBOPS504
- Implement and Monitor WHS Policies, Procedures and ProgramsBSBWHS411
Elective Units
Note, we can create custom courses for any qualification (minimum seat bookings apply)
Why Choose This Course?
Students who choose us get more than just a great education and a great start to a career - they get a fully integrated experience that will resonate for years to come. Anyone can go the conventional route, but our students choose us because they want an amazing start and the full support that our engaged and involved faculty and staff can offer.
"I have thoroughly enjoyed completely this Diploma, it was something that I thought was out of my reach.
My Mentor’s kind words every step of the way has been encouraging and motivating. I certainly found the last two topics the hardest to get motivated to do, as life certainly got busier and procrastination kicked in. I have finished just in time for the festive season."
Amanda H
Graduate - Diploma of Leadership & Management
81.8% Completion Rate.
In the first half of 2025, 81.8% of Edmund Barton College students successfully completed their enroled units.
Compare this to the vocational education sector, where completion rates tell a different story. According to the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER), just 49% of VET qualifications commenced in 2020 were completed by the end of 2024.
87.4% VET Students Hit Their Goal
Of VET students who complete their qualification 87.4% also achieved their main training goal. Source: National Centre for Vocational Education Research Report
Additional Information
HR practice in Australia operates within complex legal and regulatory frameworks. Our content integrates Australian workplace relations legislation, Fair Work requirements, and industry-standard HR practices—ensuring you're learning approaches that are compliant and contextually appropriate. This isn't generic international HR content adapted poorly—it's Australian HR management education.Our 80% completion rate reflects design that engages HR professionals with practical, immediately applicable content. You're building genuine HR capability, not just checking a qualification box. And our unit-first model means you control your learning journey—complete the full Diploma or select specific units that address your immediate professional development needs.
Entry Requirements
To study this nationally recognised unit, learners must:
- Unique Student Identifier (USI):
- Australian residents: Provide a valid USI (create here)
- Overseas students: n/a
- Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLN) Assessment
- Complete a short online test to:
✓ Confirm course suitability
✓ Customise the best method for your learning
- Complete a short online test to:
- Age Requirement
- Be a minimum of 16 years (under 18s need parental consent)
- Provide Valid ID
- Australian students: Government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, Medicare card)
- Overseas students: Officially issued photo ID (e.g., passport, national ID card). Contact us if unavailable
Additional Notes:
- No prior qualifications or work experience required
- No specific licensing or legislative prerequisites apply
- Access to a computer and stable internet is essential for online study
- Resilience and a commitment to graduating
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Assessment Methods
RPL & Credit Transfer
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"I would like to express my gratitude for giving me the opportunity to receive my business certificate. Yours, Maddy's, Vickie's, and the team of Edmund Barton's College's cooperation and effort in preparing and delivering the course is truly appreciated. I couldn't have done it without you!
The online modules made the process very manageable and stress-free, as the learning was also very interactive given all the checkpoints. I am glad to have completed the course through Edmund Barton College as it was extremely convenient to my timings and I was able to complete it within a few months before school had started. Once again, thank you for your outstanding support!"
Shweta T
Year 12 Student
"The course was very educational and at the same time very fun. I loved (my Mentor) Michelle's comments. She made me feel very special (and smart!!). I enjoyed every moment of it!"
Mariela R
Graduate - Certificate III and IV in Business Administration
"I learned a lot through my course. The information was relevant to my job and the delivery was really fun and engaging. The Mentors were excellent in helping me with my studies. I can highly recommend these guys!"
Simon C
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"I would like to say thank you to the team at Edmund Barton College, I know every time I have contacted the college the employees have been amazing with their customer service."
Ashley G
Graduate - Certificate IV in Business Administration
"I have thoroughly enjoyed completely this Diploma, it was something that I thought was out of my reach. My Mentor’s kind words every step of the way has been encouraging and motivating. I certainly found the last two topics the hardest to get motivated to do, as life certainly got busier and procrastination kicked in. I have finished just in time for the festive season."
Amanda H
Graduate - Diploma of Leadership & Management