Graduate Certificate in Workforce Planning (Canberra)

The Graduate Certificate in Workforce Planning at UNSW Canberra is designed to help you develop the skills that will improve organisational productivity and outcomes. You’ll learn about the links between strategy, people and organisational systems. This degree will teach you about the importance of identifying, analysing and addressing strategic workforce issues, as well as learning statistical techniques for analysing these issues.

When you study workforce planning, you’ll examine the key internal and external environmental factors likely to impact an organisation. During your postgraduate study you’ll develop alternate scenarios, forecast future workforce demand and supply to identify gaps and plans to address these gaps.

During this degree, you’ll learn about key workforce planning concepts and apply these concepts to real-world issues where you’ll be encouraged to generate new ideas by integrating concepts and learnings from your study.

This postgraduate certificate is designed for professionals already working in management who want to accelerate their career and management knowledge. The degree emphasises the importance of workplace planning, how to use it as a strategic tool and the role of storytelling in effective workplace planning.

Study at a University that prioritises progress
UNSW Canberra aims to improve lives globally, through innovative research, transformative education and commitment to a just society. Our mission is to support lifelong learning through innovation and engagement whilst leveraging our location to build meaningful relationships across Defence, industry, government and academia.

Most employable graduates
UNSW graduates are known for being career-ready with real-world expertise when they complete their degree. UNSW placed in the AFR Top 100 Future Leaders Awards five consecutive years in a row (2020-2024) ensuring you stand out from other graduates.

World-class teaching & facilities
When you study at UNSW Canberra, you’ll join a unique and diverse community. Learning from leading academics and industry experts, your qualifications and skills will be highly sought after in Australia and abroad. Benefit from the best university teacher-to-student ratio in Australia and access to world-class research materials and laboratories.