Business Administration - HR Management & Leadership (Post Degree Diploma)

Total Credits:	45+
Credential:	Post Degree Diploma in Business Administration - Human Resource Management & Leadership
Program Code:	BUS.HRML.PDD
CIP:	52.0201

Overview

The Post Degree Diploma in Business Administration - Human Resource Management & Leadership option prepares graduates for professional practice through the application of human resources principles and ethics to all elements of management. Through applied learning opportunities, graduates are well equipped to integrate and strategically apply knowledge of human resource principles to a variety of work environments.

Learners with a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, will complete a diploma program in Human Resource Management & Leadership. This program incorporates the majority of key competencies required to pursue a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.

This program is designed for graduates who aspire towards HR leadership or management roles or are employed as HR practitioners. Students in this program are eligible to apply for membership in the Human Resources Management Association (HRMA).

Career/Academic Advancement Opportunities

With the Post Degree Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resource Management & Leadership option, career positions may include, but would not be limited to, managing in government or private industry, business consulting, and human resources advising or management. The program also prepares students to write the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) for the nationally recognized Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation

Admissions

One of:

C+ in English 12
C in English 12 Camosun Alternative

And all of:

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this program, students will be able to:

Apply the basic principles, concepts, and functions of human resource management in the workplace.
Use effective critical thinking skills for problem solving and decision making to support the organization’s strategic goals.
Support effective human resource management practices by applying organizational policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
Apply concepts and principles of effective interpersonal competency to interactions with diverse individuals, groups and organizations.
Function in a responsible and accountable manner respecting the legal, moral, and ethical parameters of the HR professional.
Develop leadership skills to support change strategies in achieving organization goals.

Curriculum

All of:

ACCT 161 - Financial Management Credits: 3
BUS 150 - Introduction to Management Credits: 3
BUS 210 - HR Management Foundations Credits: 3
BUS 220 - Organizational Behaviour Credits: 3
BUS 310 - Strategic Compensation Credits: 3
BUS 311 - Employment Law Credits: 3
BUS 312 - Human Resource Development Credits: 3
BUS 313 - Employee and Labour Relations Credits: 3
BUS 315 - Workplace Health & Safety, Wellness Credits: 3
BUS 318 - Recruitment, Selection & Retention Credits: 3
BUS 325 - Human Resources Management Systems Credits: 3
BUS 330 - Advanced Communications Credits: 3
BUS 421 - Strategic HR Management Credits: 3
BUS 480 - Advanced Business Strategy Credits: 3

One of:

BUS 314 - Cross Cultural Leadership Credits: 3
BUS 322 - Leading Organizational Change Credits: 3
BUS 440 - Current Trends in HR Management Credits: 3
BUS 450 - International Management Credits: 3
BUS 485 - Applied Leadership Perspectives Credits: 3
PADM 260 - Multi-Party Decisions in Government Credits: 3

Optional Program Credential Designation

Internship

All of:

BUS 102 - Internship Work Experience 1 Credits: 6
CDEV WPS - Workplace Preparation Skills Credits: 0

Program Completion Requirements

An overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 (C+).
Students must have completed an accredited bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.