The Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management at Griffith College is a flexible, part-time course designed to help you develop the practical HR skills needed to manage people effectively and support organisational success.
This course is ideal for aspiring HR professionals, managers, business owners, and anyone involved in employee relations who wants to build expertise in modern human resource management practices.
This diploma provides a strong foundation in both the strategic and practical aspects of HRM, enabling you to:
With an industry-focused approach, this course equips you with the tools to confidently manage HR functions in a modern organisation.
You will learn how to:
This course is suitable for:
In today’s competitive and people-driven business environment, effective human resource management is essential. This course helps you build in-demand HR skills that support employee performance, engagement, and organisational growth.
| College | Griffith College Cork |
| Course ID | 193016 |
| Course Location | Cork |
| Course Type | In-Person Training |
| Course Qualification | Diploma |
| Awarding Body Details | Diploma |
| Course Duration | 24 weeks |
| Course Fee | €2,000 |
| Entry Requirements | Entry Requirements All applicants must be a user of Microsoft Office. English Language If English is not your native language, you must show that your English level is of a suitable standard. For further information please contact a member of the Admissions Team. How to Apply Directly to Griffith College Applicants under 23 years of age: Minimum of 2 H5 and 4 O6/H7 grades, to include Maths and a language (English, Irish or another language) in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent award Or FETAC Level 5 Full Award with 3 Distinctions Applicants over 23 years of age (Mature students): Direct Entry - If you are 23 years or over from the 1st January of this year, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form. |
| Career Path | Academic Progression Graduates from this programme may develop their skills further by completing a BA in Business Degree or BA (Hons) in Business Degree (HRM) at Griffith College and will be considered for exemptions. |

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