Diploma in Human Resource Management
Program Description
The Diploma in Human Resource Management is a comprehensive two-year program designed to equip graduates for entry-level positions in the field of Human Resource Management. Upon completion, students will have gained both theoretical understanding and practical skills essential for HR functions within organizations. Through hands-on experiential learning, including applied assignments and a mandatory HRM work placement, students develop a well-rounded understanding of the field. Graduates emerge equipped to excel in diverse HR roles and are ready to make significant contributions to organizational success.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, a HCT graduate in Diploma in Human Resource Management should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of key terms, theories/concepts and practices within the field of Human Resource Management.
- Apply HR skills and competencies to attract, retain and develop talent.
- Demonstrate responsible and ethical behavior as a human resource professional.
- Develop employee performance initiatives and compensation plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Use current practices, trends, and challenges in human resource management to solve business problems (e.g. career development, learning and development, recruitment, and selection etc.)
Occupation and Industry Sector
Completion Requirements
Students seeking the Diploma in Human Resource Management qualification must successfully complete all mandatory courses worth 63 credits.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
Human Resource Management Core Courses | ||
| Required Credits : 63 | ||
| GED 100 | Develop English language skills | 3 |
| HRD 140 | Develop Employee Journey | 4 |
| HRD 141 | Analyze Organizations and Management | 4 |
| HRD 142 | Implement Sustainability and Ethics in HR | 4 |
| HRD 143 | Operate Recruitment and Selection | 4 |
| HRD 144 | Manage Talent Development | 4 |
| HRD 145 | Maintain HR Compliance | 4 |
| HRD 146 | Apply HR Systems, Data and AI | 4 |
| HRD 270 | Implement Recruitment and Selection Operations 1 | 4 |
| HRD 271 | Implement Recruitment and Selection Operations 2 | 4 |
| HRD 272 | Implement Talent Development 1 | 4 |
| HRD 273 | Implement Talent Development 2 | 4 |
| HRD 274 | Implement HR Compliance 1 | 4 |
| HRD 275 | Implement HR Compliance 2 | 4 |
| HRD 276 | Implement HR Systems, Data and AI 1 | 4 |
| HRD 277 | Implement HR Systems, Data and AI 2 | 4 |
| Description | Data |
|---|---|
| Total Required Credits | 63 |
| Maximum Duration of Study | 3 years |
| Minimum Duration of Study | 2 years |
| Program Code | DPHRD |
| Major Code | HRD |
Recommended Sequence of Study
Diploma in Human Resource Management
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| GED 100 | Develop English language skills | 3 |
| HRD 140 | Develop Employee Journey | 4 |
| HRD 141 | Analyze Organizations and Management | 4 |
| HRD 142 | Implement Sustainability and Ethics in HR | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HRD 143 | Operate Recruitment and Selection | 4 |
| HRD 144 | Manage Talent Development | 4 |
| HRD 145 | Maintain HR Compliance | 4 |
| HRD 146 | Apply HR Systems, Data and AI | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| HRD 270 | Implement Recruitment and Selection Operations 1 | 4 |
| HRD 271 | Implement Recruitment and Selection Operations 2 | 4 |
| HRD 272 | Implement Talent Development 1 | 4 |
| HRD 273 | Implement Talent Development 2 | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| HRD 274 | Implement HR Compliance 1 | 4 |
| HRD 275 | Implement HR Compliance 2 | 4 |
| HRD 276 | Implement HR Systems, Data and AI 1 | 4 |
| HRD 277 | Implement HR Systems, Data and AI 2 | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 63 | |