Certificate in Human Resource Management
Why choose the certificate?
Human Resource skills are in high demand in today’s workforce. This accredited certificate provides an important foundation for those early in their studies and a contemporary update on Human Resource practices for those already working, who are keen to refresh their knowledge. It can be combined as a concurrent certificate with any undergraduate degree program or completed as a standalone program.
Highly flexible, the program is delivered using a blended model with both online and in-person course options available. It can be completed in as little as one year for students beginning in May. Nationally recognized and accredited by Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Nova Scotia, students can become a student member of CPHR at no cost. Those who successfully complete the program, are eligible for a CPHR National Knowledge Exam waiver and can work toward their professional designation. For more information on the designation, visit the CPHR website.
Program information
Admission is available throughout the year (September, January, May, and July) and can be pursued part-time or full-time. Students who intend to complete the certificate within one year need to apply for admission in the May term. Time to completion varies for other admission terms or part-time studies.
Required courses
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MGMT 1281 Introduction to Business Management MGMT 2382 Introduction to Organizational Behaviour MGMT 2385 Introduction to Human Resource Management MGMT 3386 Industrial Relations MGMT 3392 Occupational Health and Safety |
MGMT 4482 Staffing and Selection MGMT 4483 Management and Leadership Skills MGMT 4485 Wage and Salary Administration MGMT 4486 Training and Development MGMT 4488 International Business Management |
Academic advising information
Please contact the BComm Academic Success & Advising Centre (bcomm.advising@smu.ca) for questions regarding course planning, registration, and program requirements.
Contact information
Saint Mary’s University Admissions
Email: recruitment@smu.ca
Admission web page