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Human Resource Management


Become a leader in Human Resources with this ONLINE program.

At a glance

Program Length: 1 to 6 years, part-time          
Fees: $4,760 plus $100 registration fee
Credential: Earn a Certificate in Human Resource Management from the University of Manitoba.
Keep Learning: Apply this certificate towards a Bachelor of Arts Integrated Studies degree.

CPHR ManitobaThe Human Resource Management program is accredited by CPHR Manitoba. CPHR Manitoba members earn CPHR Continued Professional Development hours for completing courses in this program. Documentation to confirm hours earned is provided by Extended Education at the U of M upon successful completion of each course.

What a Human Resource Management Grad says

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“The program has been great and it’s very practical and convenient. They offer online courses… The U of M is a good facility. It was my best choice. The program was very professional. The instructors were knowledgeable and had practical experience. I am getting a Canadian certificate. Now I plan to resume my HR profession.”

Rana Muhammad Ahmad Noon
Human Resource Management Grad

 

Be Your Greatest HR Success Story


Reach for the higher echelons of your organization and make a greater strategic impact on its direction with innovative courses that correspond with the HR competency framework. Earn your Certificate in Human Resource Management (HRM).

The HR World is Evolving


Your Education is Evolving With It

Expectations are rising. Chartered Professionals in Human Resources' (CPHR) new Post-Secondary Institution Accreditation Programs strives to meet those expectations - and exceed them.

Our Certificate in Human Resource Management program has been redesigned to specifically meet the accreditation requirements of the new Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) designation, and the growing business and organizational expectations placed on today's HR professionals.

Upon graduating - you may be eligible to waive writing the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) , shortening the distance between you and your career goals.

How letters lead to better numbers

When you have CPHR added to your title, you’re more likely to get promoted faster than non-designated HR professionals*

%

HR generalists who become HR managers in five years.

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HR generalists with CPHR who become HR managers in five years.

*2012 Payscale survey. Source: HRMA

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Program Description as listed in the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar The Human Resource Management Certificate provides students with the leadership, teamwork, communication and strategic planning skills necessary for a successful career in human resources. This comprehensive program covers key topics such as employee relations, human resource legislation, and staff training and development, while also introducing students to the professional competencies required for CHRP designation. This intensive program of studies is ideally suited for professionals looking to start or advance their career in human resources.

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Who is the Program for?

You will benefit from this program whether you have some work experience, you are new to the HR field, or you’re simply interested in learning about human resource issues.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the program, you must have a high school diploma (or its equivalent). You need to complete and submit an application form, pay the application fee and provide an official high school and/or post-secondary transcript.

Program Objectives

Upon completion of the program Human Resource Management students will be able to:

  • Gain essential knowledge and skills that have an impact on human resource management roles
  • Acquire foundational information and develop skills that correspond to the new Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) Competency Framework, as defined by the CPHR Canada
  • Attain foundational knowledge to pursue the CPHR designation
  • Focus on a variety of applicable areas and issues through the revised elective component

Program Length

1 – 6 years part time. The program consists of 288 hours. You may start your courses in the fall, winter or summer. Courses are offered in a variety of formats to suit the adult learner. Evening courses generally run for three hours, one night each week for 12 weeks. We also offer courses in condensed formats and by online.

Delivery Methods

Face-to-Face, Condensed or Online

Fees

$100 application fee plus $4,760 for course tuition.

Certification/Graduation

You have six years from the date of registration in the program to complete the requirements for this certificate. In order to be eligible to graduate and receive your certificate of completion, you need to obtain a minimum grade of C in each course and declare intent to graduate via Aurora Self Service. The Certificate in Human Resource Management is awarded by Extended Education at the University of Manitoba

Exemption/Transfer Credits

You may be eligible to receive exemptions or transfer credit for courses taken in other University of Manitoba programs or at other post-secondary institutions. Courses must have been taken within the past ten years with a grade of “C” or better to be eligible for transfer credit. A maximum of 50% of program requirements may be eligible for credit.

Courses

Required Courses

  • HRM 0100 – Managing the HR Function (36 hrs.)
  • HRM 0110 – Human Resource Legislation (36 hrs.)
  • HRM 0122 – Recruitment and Selection (30 hrs.)
  • HRM 0124 –Workplace Health and Safety (12 hrs.)
  • HRM 0126 – Strategic Human Resource Planning (24 hrs.)
  • HRM 0128 – Measuring HR Efficiency and Effectiveness (12 hrs.)
  • HRM 0210 – Total Compensation (36 hrs.)
  • MGMT 0110 – Organizational Behaviour (36 hrs.)
  • MGMT 0202 – Staff Training and Development (30 hrs.)

Elective Courses (must total 36 contact hours)

  • HRM 0202 – Labour Relations (18 contact hours)
  • HRM 0134 – Ethics and Social Responsibility (18 contact hours)
  • HRM 0130 – Employee Communication and Coaching (18 contact hours)
  • MGMT 0100 – Canadian Business: An Introduction (36 contact hours)

Course Schedule

TERMCOURSE NUMBERCOURSE NAME (Courses will be delivered Online until further notice)
Fall 2020MGMT 0100Canadian Business: An Intro (ELE)
MGMT 0110Organizational Behaviour (REQ)
MGMT 0202Staff Training and Development (REQ)
HRM 0100Managing the Human Resource Function (REQ)
HRM 0110HR Legislation (REQ)
HRM 0122Recruitment and Selection (REQ)
HRM 0126Strategic HR Planning (REQ)
HRM 0134 HR Ethics and Social Responsibility
HRM 0202Labour Relations (ELE)

FAQs

What is Online Learning?

Online learning is how we offer the course content. The where and when and is completely up to you. You’re free to decide the way that you’d like to integrate the classroom into your life, whether you’d like to do the course work on lunch breaks, in bed, or on a picnic table on a leisurely Saturday afternoon. Simply download the course modules, and learn at your own pace and submit assignments by the dues dates. Remember, instructors are still available to help when you need it. Online courses are delivered through UofM’s online learning management system UM Learn.

Are HRM courses transferrable to degree studies?

Yes, HRM graduates are eligible to transfer up to 24 credit hours towards the University of Manitoba’s Bachelor of Arts Integrated Studies (BAIS) degree through the Faculty of Arts.

How long does it take to complete the program?

1-6 years part time. The program consists of 288 hours.

Can I just enroll in a single course if I'm not interested in the entire program?

Yes, you can enroll in just a single course. You can apply your completed courses towards a Certificate in Human Resource Management (HRM) at a later date.

   

Apply to the Program

1. Fill Out an Application Form

Download and submit a completed Program Application Form.
Program Application Form (PDF)

2. Gather Your Transcripts

Submit official transcripts of the highest level of education you have completed. Student copies or photocopies are not acceptable. Transcripts become the property of University of Manitoba and will not be returned.

3. Submit Your Documents

Submit completed application form and transcripts to:
Student and Instructor Services

185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2
or by email: extended@umanitoba.ca

Final official transcripts from any university or college attended other than University of Manitoba are required. Student copies or photocopies are not acceptable. Transcripts become the property of University of Manitoba and will not be returned.

4. Register for Your Courses

You can register for courses either online or by email, mail, in person or fax.

Register by email, mail, in person or fax
Download and submit a completed Course Registration Form
Course Registration Form (PDF)

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Extended Education

185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
R3T 2N2
Phone: +1 204 474-8800
Toll Free: 1 888 216-7011
Fax: +1 204 474-7661
Email: extended@umanitoba.ca

“ The Continuing Education and Professional Studies programs, such as the Certificate in Management, Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education [Program Development for Adult Learners], and Human Resource Management Certificate have become a valuable piece of our continuing education strategy”

Anna Wieler

Vice President, Human Resources , Access Credit Union

Links

Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Manitoba (CPHR Manitoba)

Become a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR)

National Knowledge Exam (NKE)

How to waive writing the NKE

Course overview

Student Quick Start Guide

Important information to help you have a positive experience in Continuing and Professional Studies. (PDF)

Earn a B.A. in a Different Way

Bachelor of Arts Integrated Studies

Take your education to the next level and apply your certificate towards an undergraduate degree. Graduates of the Certificate in Human Resource Management (HRM) program are eligible to use their certificates in pursuit of a Bachelor of Arts Integrated Studies degree.