Start Date: September
Location: Prince of Wales Campus, Blended
Length: 1 Year
Credential: Human Resource Administrator
Program Availability: Fall 2025 Term
Canadian Applicants: Waiting list
International Applicants with a Valid Holland College Study Permit: Waiting list
Other International Applicants: Waiting list
Whether you are already working in Human Resources and want to enhance your skills, or you are planning to move into an HR, supervisory, or managerial role, this program will help you develop effective skills in human resource management. You will take courses in recruitment and selection, performance management, compensation, training and development, labour relations, and more to prepare you to work in the public or private sector, and in unionized or non-unionized workplaces.
This unique program has a blended delivery format designed specifically for those working full-time Monday-Friday. The program includes full-day, on-campus in-class sessions approximately every second Saturday, along with independent coursework facilitated by the learning manager utilizing an online learning management system.
Working in the Human Resources sector is immensely satisfying, and gives you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally over the course of your career.
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Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
This program is accredited by the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) - PEI Association. Graduating from an accredited HR program puts you one step closer to obtaining your CPHR designation.
Learn more on the CPHR-PEI Website
Notes
Tuition, fees, and other costs are listed in Canadian dollars. International tuition includes the International Student Fee.
Fees are Course Based
|
1 Year |
Canadian |
International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,720 | $9,840 |
| Fees | $828 | $1,578 |
| Other Costs | $200 | $200 |
| Total | $4,748 | $11,618 |
|
Tuition & Fees |
1 Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,720 |
| Student Association | $178 |
| Health & Dental Insurance | $470 |
| Fitness Fee | $80 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| Total payable to Holland College | $4,548 |
| 1st installment due first day of first semester (fall semester fees) | $2,688 |
| 2nd installment due first day of second semester (winter and spring semester fees) | $1,820 |
|
Other Costs |
1 Year |
| Books | $ 200 |
| Total | $ 200 |
| Grand Total | $4,748 |
|
Tuition & Fees |
1 Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition* | $9,840 |
| Student Association | $178 |
| Health Insurance Fee | $1,220 |
| Fitness Fee | $80 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| Total payable to Holland College | $11,418 |
| 1st installment due first day of first semester (fall semester fees) | $9,558 |
| 2nd installment due first day of second semester (winter and spring semester fees) | $1,860 |
|
Other Costs |
1 Year |
| Books | $200 |
| Total | $200 |
| Grand Total | $11,618 |
*Includes the International Student Fee.
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Credit Value:0
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Credit Value:3
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Credit Value:3
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Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-1402
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Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-1403
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Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-1404
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Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-1405
Examine workers' compensation and occupational health and safety legislation. Students will consider and present strategies for ensuring safe and healthy work environments. Explore occupational health and safety programs, employer and employee responsibilities, accident investigation, and health reporting systems.
Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-1407
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Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-1408
Explore issues pertaining to employers and employees governed by collective agreements in Canada by examining the history of unions, the motivation for organizing, and the related political and legislative environments. Students are introduced to the certification process, the collective bargaining process, third-party intervention during negotiations and grievance procedures. Examine how the interpretation and administration of collective agreements can contribute to a collaborative relationship between management and the union while complying with legislative requirements.
Credit Value:3
Course Code:BUSI-2035
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Credit Value:3
