Human Resource Management

What Is This Course About?

Human Resource Management focuses on managing people within an organisation. The course covers recruitment, training, payroll, labour relations, performance management, organisational development, and workplace policies. Students learn how to support employees, resolve workplace issues, manage HR documentation, and help companies build productive and compliant work environments.

Who Offers This Course?

Universities Offering Human Resource Management

• University of South Africa (UNISA)

• University of Johannesburg (UJ)

• North-West University (NWU)

• Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

• Durban University of Technology (DUT)

• Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)

TVET Colleges Offering Human Resource Management

• False Bay TVET College

• Ekurhuleni West TVET College

• Tshwane South TVET College

• Motheo TVET College

• Gert Sibande TVET College

• Central Johannesburg TVET College

• Buffalo City TVET College

Admission Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) with English

• Mathematical Literacy or Mathematics depending on institution

• TVET colleges require Grade 12 for N4–N6 HR programmes

• Requirements differ by institution

Course Duration

• University Degree or Diploma: 3 years full-time

• Honours Degree: 1 additional year

• TVET College (N4–N6): 18–36 months, depending on the level

Career Opportunities

• Human Resource Officer

• Recruitment Consultant

• HR Administrator

• Payroll Assistant

• Training and Development Coordinator

• Labour Relations Assistant

• Employee Wellness Officer

• Office Administrator