Post-Degree Diploma - Human Resource Management

Program Description The Human Resources Management Post-Degree Diploma allows students to prepare for a career in human resources management. Students who complete this program will: • Effectively analyze and strategically apply human resource management theories and principles at the generalist and specialist level. • Evaluate and propose how to effectively leverage the role of human resources in achieving the operational and strategic goals of an organization. • Develop the skills and abilities in each specialized human resource management area and effectively apply them in managing human resources in organizations. • Appraise recommendations to both familiar and new human resource management situations. • Design and develop programs that will help human resources function effectively and efficiently in organizations using skills and abilities developed in each specialized human resource management area. • Demonstrate professional writing and oral presentation standards and practice. • Obtain the requisite knowledge and skills to pass the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) towards earning a designation as a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR).

Customized Two-Year Post-Degree Programs: If students want to complete two years of study and diversify their learning and experience, Douglas College offers post-degree programs consisting of two, one-year post-degree diplomas. Students apply for both programs at the same time. Students graduate with two credentials and a solid combination of experience and skills. Completion of two different one-year Post-Degree Diploma programs will also allow graduates to apply for a two-year Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP).