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Higher International Diploma in Human Resource Management (EduQual Level 5)
Develop advanced people management capability and build the skills needed for HR responsibility and progression.
Overview
The Higher International Diploma in Human Resource Management (EduQual Level 5) is a 240-credit university-level qualification designed to develop strong, practical capability in human resource management and people-focused leadership. This course is academically comparable to the first two years of undergraduate study.
Accredited by the UK awarding body EduQual, this online HR diploma course builds on foundational HR and business knowledge to explore how people, performance and organisational systems interact within modern workplaces. Learners develop a deeper understanding of recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, performance management, reward systems and employment law, alongside broader organisational, operational and digital considerations.
The programme integrates core business studies with specialist HR units, reflecting the reality that effective human resource management requires both people-focused expertise and wider organisational awareness. Topics such as organisational behaviour, operations management and digital transformation support a rounded and contemporary HR skillset.
Delivered 100% online, the course is fully flexible and self-paced, with no fixed schedules, no deadlines and no examinations. Assessment is entirely coursework-based, allowing learners to demonstrate applied understanding through practical, real-world assignments.
The Higher International Diploma incorporates the full 120 credits of the Higher International Certificate in Human Resource Management (EduQual Level 4) within its structure. Learners may either enter via the open-access route and progress from Level 4 to Level 5, or join directly at Level 5 through the Level 5 Top-Up route if they already hold a relevant Level 4 qualification.
Who Is This Course For?
This HR course is designed for learners who want to move beyond introductory HR concepts and develop higher-level people management capability.
It is suitable for:
- Individuals working in HR, people operations or recruitment roles seeking progression
- Managers or supervisors with responsibility for staff performance and employee relations
- Career changers aiming to transition into human resource management
- Professionals looking to formalise experience with a recognised HR qualification
- Learners planning to progress to Level 6 HR or business qualifications
This qualification is ideal for those ready to develop confidence in managing people, performance and workplace relationships.
What Can This Qualification Lead To?
Progression to Higher Study
- Progression to the International Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (Level 6)
- Undergraduate or postgraduate study in HR, business or management (subject to provider entry requirements)
- Further professional development in people management or organisational leadership
Career Development
This qualification supports progression into roles such as:
- HR Officer or HR Advisor
- Recruitment or Talent Manager
- People Operations Manager
- Performance or Reward Analyst
- Employee Relations Officer
- Team Manager or Department Supervisor
It provides a strong foundation for roles involving responsibility for people, performance and organisational culture.
Benefits of This HR Course
Studying the Higher International Diploma in Human Resource Management with Click College offers clear academic and professional advantages:
- Flexible, fully online study with no fixed schedules or deadlines
- No exams, with assessment based entirely on applied coursework
- Open-access route available, with no prior qualifications required to start at Level 4
- Develop advanced HR knowledge, including employee relations, performance management and reward systems
- Build organisational and leadership awareness through integrated business and management units
- Gain a recognised UK Level 5 qualification awarded by EduQual
- Clear progression routes to Level 6 and degree-level study
- Designed to support both career progression and further academic development
This course supports learners in developing confidence, credibility and capability in people management roles.
Gain a Globally Recognised HR Qualification
On successful completion, you will achieve a UK Level 5 qualification accredited by EduQual, a recognised UK awarding body. This internationally recognised qualification aligns with the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) and is valued by employers and education providers worldwide.
Entry Routes
Choose the route that best matches your experience and goals:
Open-access route
Enrol on the full 240-credit Higher International Diploma and progress from Level 4 to Level 5 within one integrated programme. No prior HR or business qualifications are required.
Level 5 Top-Up route
If you already hold a recognised Level 4 qualification in HR, business or a related subject, you may be eligible for direct entry at Level 5, allowing you to complete the qualification more quickly.
Contact us to check eligibility and access top-up options.
Enrol
Enrol now with Click College and develop the advanced human resource management skills needed to progress into people-focused roles through a flexible, fully online HR course designed to fit around your professional and personal commitments.
What Will I Study?
- Business Environment & Organisations
- People & Teamwork in Organisations
- Marketing Fundamentals & Customer Insight
- Introduction to Human Resource Practice
- Recruitment, Selection & Onboarding
- Managing People & Organisational Behaviour
- Operations Management & Quality Assurance
- Digital Transformation & Data Analytics
- Performance Management & Reward Systems
- Employee Relations & Employment Law
- Optional Unit Choice
How am I assessed?
Assessment for this HR course is entirely coursework-based. There are no exams. You will complete and submit written assignments online at a time and place that suits your schedule.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the Higher International Diploma in Human Resource Management (EduQual Level 5), learners will be able to:
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Analyse how organisational structures, business environments and operational systems influence human resource management practice.
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Evaluate theories of organisational behaviour, motivation and teamwork and apply these concepts to managing people and workplace performance.
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Apply human resource management principles to recruitment, selection, onboarding and workforce planning within organisational contexts.
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Assess employee performance management and reward systems in relation to organisational objectives and workforce engagement.
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Analyse employee relations issues and demonstrate an understanding of the legal and regulatory framework governing employment relationships.
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Evaluate the role of operations management, quality assurance and digital transformation in supporting effective people management.
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Use data, information and basic analytics to inform HR decision-making and organisational improvement.
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Communicate effectively using appropriate professional and HR terminology in written and applied assignments.
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Demonstrate independent learning, critical thinking and the ability to apply theory to practical, real-world HR scenarios.
What Is This Diploma Equivalent To?
The Higher International Diploma in Human Resource Management (EduQual Level 5) is a UK Level 5 qualification aligned with the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ).
Academically, it is comparable to the first two years of a UK undergraduate degree.
It is also comparable to:
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A Foundation Degree in the UK
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An Associate Degree in the United States
The qualification carries 240 academic credits and incorporates the full 120 credits of the Level 4 Higher International Certificate, creating a structured progression from introductory to more advanced university-level HR and business study.
Accreditation
Accredited by EduQual, this Level 5 diploma is aligned with the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) and is academically comparable to the first two years of an undergraduate degree in the UK.
The qualification is internationally recognised and provides a pathway to Level 6 study or undergraduate top-up degrees, depending on individual entry requirements.
How Long Does It Take?
There are no classes, fixed schedules or deadlines, so you remain in control of your pace of study. As a guide, most learners complete this 240-credit Human Resources Management course within 12-24 months.
When Can I Start?
With continuous enrolment available year-round, you can begin your studies whenever you are ready.
Admission Requirements
This course is open access, meaning there are no formal entry requirements. Anyone can enrol, regardless of previous qualifications or experience.
The Higher International Diploma in Human Resource Management is suitable for beginners as well as learners with existing business or HR experience. All core concepts are taught from the fundamentals before progressing to more specialist HR topics.
Learners should have:
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A reasonable standard of English language ability to engage with course materials and assessments
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Access to a computer and a reliable internet connection
Applicants who already hold a relevant Level 4 qualification may be eligible for direct entry via the Level 5 Top-Up route with reduced fees, subject to approval. Contact Click College for details.
Tutor Support
Throughout your studies, you will be supported by subject specialist tutors who can be contacted by email, phone or video call to help with course content or assessment queries.
Why Study With Click College?
Study Online
Study 100% online from anywhere in the world, with full flexibility to learn around work and personal commitments.
No Exams, No Schedules, Start Any time
All assessments are written assignments and you can enrol any day of the year.
Personal Support
Access one-to-one tutor support whenever you need it, ensuring you’re never studying alone.
Recognised & Career-Focused
UK-Accredited qualifications recognised internationally, helping you boost your employability and progress to higher-level study.
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Start your journey in advanced human resource management with a flexible, fully online Level 5 qualification designed to fit around your commitments.
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