Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resources Management
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Program description
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resources Management
The Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resources Management is a 33-credit program designed for adult learners who have completed a bachelor-level degree, and who are looking for a pathway to professional employment in the human resources management profession. The Diploma program builds on the base established by the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Human Resources Management to give adult learners another avenue to upgrade skills required for advancement in the growing human resources field.
Admission requirements
In addition to the Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:
- Successful completion of a recognized undergraduate degree, with a Major, Minor or Diploma in Economics or Business, or successful completion of the following KPU courses: BUSI 1210 (or BUSI 1215) and ACCT 2293 (or ACCT 1110 & ACCT 1210), or equivalent transfer credit.
- Successful completion of CMNS 1140 with a grade of "C+" or higher, or equivalent transfer credit for an undergraduate Professional Communications or Business Communications course delivered in English.
Applicants who have extensive business experience may contact the School of Business Dean’s office to discuss alternate admission options. In such cases, applicants will be required to submit their resume and a portfolio documenting their HR experience. An interview may also be required.
Applicants who do not meet the above course requirements for direct admission to the Post Baccalaureate Diploma program may be offered admission to the School of Business in order to complete the required courses.
For more information, please visit the university website.
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Learn moreProgram content
- Human Resources Information Systems and Data
- Human Relations in Organizations
- Employment Law
- Recruitment and Selection
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Total Compensation
- Employee Development and Coaching
- Labour Relations
- Organizational Development
- Strategic Human Resources Management
Scholarships & funding
Kwantlen Polytechnic University offers scholarship opportunities to new students, in amounts up to $20,000 CAD. For details and application requirements, please contact the university.
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