Courses required to become a HR Manager in South Africa

This site currently lists 8 courses across 7 South African institutions (6 public universities and 1 private institution) that lead to becoming a HR Manager: 7 Bachelor's Degrees and 1 Postgraduate Diploma. Entry requirements, subject choices and admission scores differ by institution and by qualification type, so it is worth comparing more than one route below before deciding where to apply. This career falls under our Business & Management course category.

Where to study to become a HR Manager in South Africa

The 6 public universities and 1 private institution listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a HR Manager. Admission requirements differ by institution, so check the Grade 12 subjects and admission score on each course page before applying.

Universities that Offer Courses for HR Managers (6)

7 courses across 6 universities lead toward a career as a HR Manager, including the Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management and BCom (Management Sciences). Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Private Colleges that Offer Courses for HR Managers (1)

One option here: the Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management at Boston City Campus. See its exact admission requirements in the course list below.

Available courses to study towards becoming a HR Manager

8 courses

Universities (7)

North-West University logoAPS 30+
Stellenbosch University logo

BCom (Management Sciences)

SU · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
NSC aggregate 65%
Stellenbosch University logoNSC aggregate 60%
University of South Africa logo

Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Relations Management

UNISA · Postgraduate Diploma · 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time, studied via distance learning
Unisa Admission Score (AS) …

Private Colleges (1)

Boston City Campus logoSee requirements