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Certificate in Human Resource Management at Saint Mary's University

Saint Mary's University, Canada

Programme overview

The accredited certificate provides a foundation in human resource practices and can be combined with any undergraduate degree or completed as a standalone program. It is delivered in a blended model with online and in-person options and is recognized by Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Nova Scotia; completers are eligible for a CPHR National Knowledge Exam waiver.

Faculty: Sobey School of Business  |  Duration: As little as one year for students beginning in May; varies for other start terms or part-time study  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: September, January, May and July  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

Required courses include Introduction to Business Management, Organizational Behaviour, Introduction to Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Occupational Health and Safety, Staffing and Selection, Management and Leadership Skills, Wage and Salary Administration, Training and Development and International Business Management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is available throughout the year and can be pursued part-time or full-time; students aiming to finish within one year apply for the May term.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: September, January, May and July

Duration: As little as one year for students beginning in May; varies for other start terms or part-time study

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