Membership Types
Membership fees
We have a membership type for whatever stage you’re at in your career.
The fees cover you for 1 year (12 months) from the date of payment for your application or from your renewal date. Fees are set on 1 April each year.
| Type of Membership | Fee (incl GST unless stated) |
|---|---|
| General & Chartered | $ 445.00 |
| Graduate | $ 220.00 (Proof of graduation date and qualification must be submitted with your application) |
| Student | $ 44.51 (You must be enrolled in a tertiary course and be studying full time. We require proof of your study status. Please provide HRNZ with official documentation that clearly shows your status as a full-time student for the current year) |
| Part Time Student | $ 220.00 (You must be enrolled in a tertiary course and be studying part time and working part time. We require proof of your study status. Please provide HRNZ with official documentation that clearly shows your status as a part-time student for the current year) |
| International | $ 191.30 ex GST (Overseas address required) |
| Retired | $ 110.00 |
| Parental Leave | $ 110.00 |
| Organisation Package | HRNZ's Organisation Membership package is available for teams of 3 or more people. |
General Member
Most members fall into this category. General Members are people who spend most of their time doing HR work, or teaching/researching HR. They're usually practitioners or academics and can be at any level in their career. This category is for members working full time or part time (but not studying), with the standard annual membership fee applying.
Student Member
Student Membership is offered to those students who are in full time study only.
The education, learning, development and networking opportunities offered by HRNZ will add value by building your professional skills and knowledge.
Am I eligible?
- You must be enrolled in a tertiary course and be studying full time. For full-time study definition refer to Studylink.
- We require proof of your study status. Please provide HRNZ with official documentation that clearly shows your status as a full-time student for the current year (Confirmation of Enrolment letter).
Fees are approximately 10% of the standard annual membership fee.
Click here to learn more about HRNZ's student offering.
Part Time Student Member
Studying Part time? This option is designed for members who are studying part time and working less than full time.
Am I eligible?
- You must be enrolled in a tertiary course and be studying part time.
- We require proof of your study status. Please provide HRNZ with official documentation that clearly shows your status as a part-time student for the current year.
Fees are approximately 50% of the standard annual membership fee.
Graduate Member
Making the move from full time tertiary education to working life? Maximise professional development and networking opportunities as you embark or build on your HR career.
Am I eligible?
- Graduate Membership is for a maximum two-year period immediately following graduation.
- Proof of graduation date and qualification must be submitted with your application.
Fees are approximately 50% of the standard annual membership fee.
International Member
HRNZ Members residing in another country with an overseas address. These members pay a reduced fee, (fees are approximately 50% of the standard annual membership fee.) but with no GST applicable.
Parental Leave
A special rate is available for existing members taking a career break for parental leave. Please contact our membership team to apply to change to Parental Leave Membership.
Retired Member
Members, who have reached retirement age and have semi-retired or retired from the workforce may be eligible for our Retired Member rate. Please contact our membership team to discuss your eligibility.
Organisation Package
HRNZ's Organisation Membership package is available for teams of 3 or more people. A key benefit is the ability to transfer membership when staff members leave or change roles.
Not an HR Professional?
You don’t need to be an HR Professional to join HRNZ.
Our events, PD and resources are relevant to anyone working with people. You may be managing people, but aren’t necessarily in an HR department or doing HR work, or are a business owner or manager employing people. You may like to join as a General Member, or choose to start out with a non-member account (see details below).
Not yet ready to become an HRNZ financial member?
Our non-members now have the option to create an account. This feature enables a more streamlined and personalised experience for anyone who interacts with our website and for communications.
With a non-member account, you’ll be able to:
- Subscribe to our mailing lists
- Save your details for event tickets purchases
- Update your contact details autonomously
- Select your preferred Domains of HR Knowledge to receive personalised website content
Please note, non-members will not have access to HRNZ’s exclusive benefits and offerings that are designed for members only. If you would like exclusive access, join as an HRNZ member.
If you already have a non-member account and wish to become an HRNZ financial member, please contact HRNZ at [email protected].