The Diploma of Human Resource Management program is offered online via distance learning. After evaluating both academic record and life experience, AACTD staff working in conjunction with Faculty and Academic Advisors will assist students in setting up a custom-made program, designed on an individual basis. This flexibility to meet student needs is seldom found in other distance learning programs. Our online program does not require all students to take the same subjects/courses, use the same books, or learning materials. Instead, the online Diploma of Human Resource Management curriculum is designed individually by the student and academic advisor. It specifically addresses strengths and weaknesses with respect to market opportunities in the student’s major and intended field of work. Understanding that industry and geographic factors should influence the content of the curriculum instead of a standardized one-fits-all design is the hallmark of AACTD’s unique approach to adult education. This philosophy addresses the dynamic and constantly changing environment of working professionals by helping adult students in reaching their professional and personal goals within the scope of the degree program.
Important: Below is an example of the topics or areas you may develop and work on during your studies. By no means is it a complete or required list as AACTD programs do not follow a standardized curriculum. It is meant solely as a reference point and example. Want to learn more about the curriculum design at AACTD?
Core Courses and Topics in Human Resource Management:
- Manage Human Resource Services
- Manage Recruitment, Selection & Induction Processes
- Manage Remuneration and Employee Benefits
- Manage Separation or Termination
- Implement Industrial Relations Procedures
- Manage Human Resource Management Information Systems
Orientation Courses:
- Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
- Organization Theory (Portfolio)
- Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
- Academic Evaluation (Questionnaire)
- Fundament of Knowledge (Integration Chart)
- Fundamental Principles I (Philosophy of Education)
- Professional Evaluation (Self Evaluation Matrix)
- Development of Graduate Study (Guarantee of an Academic Degree)
Research Project in Human Resource Management:
- Diploma Thesis Project
- MBM300 Thesis Proposal
- MBM302 Diploma Thesis (5,000 words)
Career Center: Human Resource Management Graduates
Job Description for Diplomas in Human Resource Management
The field of labor relations covers the relationship between the management of a company and its unionized employees. The labor relations staff interprets and administers contracts with respect to grievances, wages and salaries, employee welfare, health care, pensions, union and management practices. Entry level joDIP for local and national unions include organizing, representation (bargaining or grievance handling) and specializing in research, education, legislative affairs, occupational safety and health, etc. JoDIP as “neutrals” typically require a master’s or law degree. Neutrals work in state organizations (Public Employees Relation Commission, state mediation board), federal agencies (National Labor Relations Board, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Labor Relations Authority), or are self employed.
Skills for Success
- Good planning, organizational, analytical and decision-making skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with Employment Opportunities for Human Resource Management Majors
- Account Representative
- Affirmative Action Coordinator
- Arbitrator
- Compensation Manager
- Conciliator
- Dispute Resolution Specialist
- EEO Representative
- Employee Benefits Manager
- Employment Counselor
- Employee Relations Representative
- Employee Welfare Manager
- Federal/State Mediator
- Human Resources Administrator
- Industrial Relations Director
- Job Analyst
- Labor Organizer
- Labor Relations Manager
- Lawyer
- Occupational Analyst
- Personnel Consultant
- Placement Manager
- Recruiter
- Training Specialist
- Union Staff Representative