Program Overview

Human Resources Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program

Program Description

Today’s human resource professionals are leaders and managers of change. They respond to the challenges triggered by new trends in technology, increasing government involvement in the employer-employee relationship, workplace diversity, and globalization. The future belongs to organizations with human resource expertise that can lower labour costs, improve productivity, increase responsiveness to customers’ needs, and build employee commitment.

As a graduate of this program, you will be ready to perform all human resources functions within the business environment. Demonstrating the skills and competencies such as the ability to communicate effectively collaborate with others and displaying initiative and perseverance, you will possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to be a key person within the organization.

Intake Information

• Start date: Fall 2025, Barrie; Summer 2026, Barrie

Tuition and Fees

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Work-Integrated Learning

• This program includes a co-op work term component where you’ll gain experience in a workplace related to your field of study.
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Admission Requirements

• Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, degree or equivalent
• Post-secondary diploma or degree; three years of post-secondary education is recommended. Completion of 3 years of a 4-year degree will also be considered.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities are available in all sectors of the economy because every organization, whether private or not-for-profit, has a human resources function. Graduates from this program are equipped to administer human resource functions within various Canadian and international business and public sector environments. Graduates will be prepared to work within manufacturing, retail, banking and other financial institutions, medical facilities, government offices, human resource consulting firms, education and small business.

Industry Support

• Honda of Canada Mfg.
• Toronto Hydro

Part-Time Study

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Course Information

• 12 Program Courses
• 1 Co-op Work Term

Program-Specific Courses

• HRMN 1007 – Human Resources Management
• HRMN 1010 – Employment Law
• HRMN 1011 – Compensation
• HRMN 1013 – Organizational Behaviour
• HRMN 1017 – Recruitment and Selection
• HRMN 1037 – Wellness and Employee Engagement

Course Delivery Method(s)

• In person

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Program Outline

• Duration: 1 Year
• Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
• Program Delivery: Full-time + Part-time
• Program Delivery Method(s): In person

Program Code

• HRMN

Program-Specific Fees

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