Build the expertise to manage people effectively and play a strategic role in shaping high-performing organisations. This comprehensive Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM) equips you with the practical skills and insights needed to support business growth, strengthen teams, and lead with confidence.
Designed to enhance your career prospects, this programme bridges theory and real-world application—preparing you to make informed HR decisions that deliver measurable results.
Validated by Griffith College, the course focuses on professional skill development. While it sits outside the national framework, its content is drawn from Griffith College’s QQI-validated degree programmes.
The Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management provides you with a strong foundation in modern HR practices, while helping you understand how HR strategy aligns with organisational goals and culture.
You’ll gain the confidence to contribute meaningfully to business success by managing people, performance, and workplace dynamics more effectively.
This course is designed for a wide range of professionals, including:
| College | Griffith College Dublin (GCD) |
| Course ID | 131966 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 8 |
| Course Category | Human Resources & Personnel, Business |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Award / Certificate |
| Awarding Body | Institute of Commercial Management |
| Awarding Body Details | Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management |
| Course Start Date | 23rd September 2026 |
| Course Duration | 24 Weeks |
| Course Time | Dublin Main Campus: This course will next commence in September 2026. It will run one evening per week (Wednesday) from 6.00 pm - 9.30 pm over 24 weeks, course dates outlined below. Year 2026 – Semester 1 Sep: 23, 30 Oct: 07, 14, 21, 28 Nov: 11, 18, 25 Dec: 02, 09, 16 Year 2027 - Semester 2 Feb: 03, 10, 17, 24 Mar: 03, 10, 24, 31 Apr: 07, 14, 21, 28 Online Delivery: This course will next commence September 2026. It will run one evening per week (Thursday) from 6.00 pm - 9.30 pm over 24 weeks, course dates outlined below. Year 2026 - Semester 1 Sep: 24 Oct: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 Nov: 12, 19, 26 Dec: 03, 10, 17 Year 2027 - Semester 2 Feb: 04, 11, 18, 25 Mar: 04, 11, 25 Apr: 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 |
| Course Fee | 2000 |
| Entry Requirements | All applicants must be a user of Microsoft Office. 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 | 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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