The Human Resource Management certificate program is designed to provide students with a strategic outlook on the practice of human resources. Based on the required professional capabilities identified for the certified human resources professional designation, experienced HR professionals present key human resources practices and issues pertinent to today’s workplaces. This program is aimed at people currently working in the human resources field or wishing to enter the field. This program will be most beneficial to people who want to increase their level of knowledge and skills in order to manage the human resources function more strategically or who wish to advance within the human resources field.
When to apply
There is no application for entrance to this program. All of the courses in this program may be taken individually or applied to the Human Resource Management certificate.
How to apply
As there is no application process for this program, students can register at any time.
The Human Resource Management certificate is one to three years in duration and is completed in a part-time capacity. Multiple sections are offered throughout the year and scheduled during evenings and weekends to accommodate working professionals.
Location
The program is located at the Clearbrook Centre in Abbotsford.
Program outline
Core courses
Course
Title
Hours
BISC HRM01
Strategic Human Resources Management
15
BISC HRM02
Increasing Employee Engagement
15
BISC HRM03
Hiring for Performance
15
BISC HRM04
Managing Employee Performance
15
BISC HRM05
Employee Development and Training
15
BISC HRM06
HR Policies and Procedures: The Basics
15
BISC HRM07
Handling HR Issues
15
BISC HRM08
Understanding Leadership
15
BISC HRM09
Employee Rewards: A Total Comprehensive Approach
15
Elective courses
Course
Title
Hours
BISC HRM10
Introduction to Labour Relations
5.5
BISC HRM11
B.C. Employment Law
5.5
BISC HRM12
Workplace Health and Safety
5.5
BISC HRM13
Designing Employee Orientation Programs
5.5
BISC HRM14
Measuring HR's Impact
5.5
Graduation requirements
To be eligible to graduate, students must successfully complete nine core courses and three electives.
Maximum length of time to complete program
Students must complete the program requirements within three years.
Contact Continuing Education at 604-851-6324, or 604-504-7441 local 6324, or toll-free (within Canada) 1-888-504-7441 local 6324, or continuingeducation@ufv.ca.
