Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Human Resource Management (Part-time) at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Human Resource Management develops the strategic competencies of HR leaders in delivering business value. It was designed with input from HR directors and business executives, and serves graduates in any field and middle managers who need core HR management knowledge and skills. This is the part-time option: the same eight modules over two years, four per year.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences | Department: Industrial Psychology | Duration: Two years | Intake: Applications for 2027 open 1 Apr 2026; close 30 Sep 2026 (South African) and 2 Sep 2026 (international) | Study mode: part-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Eight compulsory 15-credit modules (120 credits): Compensation, Labour Law, Labour Relations, Human Resource Metrics, Organisation Behaviour, Human Resource Development and Coaching, Strategic Human Resource Management and Ethics, and Talent Management. Delivered in hybrid format with block contact sessions on the Stellenbosch campus in English plus online lectures and discussion groups.

Career pathways

Middle managers and HR leaders in people-management roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) or equivalent in any field, with an average of 55% for final-year modules, plus three years' work experience in HR or people management responsibility in a line management position. Proficiency in English, a comprehensive CV, a letter confirming employment and worksite access for the practical component, and access to a computer and stable internet are required. Selection is competitive and ranks applicants if numbers exceed capacity.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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