Human Resources Management

Program Overview

The Human Resources Management program at Fanshawe College is a one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate designed specifically for university and college graduates who wish to specialize in human resources. This program equips students with essential functional knowledge in various core areas of human resources, including recruitment and selection, training and development, human resources planning, and more. It aims to prepare graduates for a successful career in HR by providing a comprehensive understanding of the field.

Program Structure

The Human Resources Management program spans a duration of 30 weeks and is available in both full-time and part-time formats. The program is designed to be flexible, offering options for online learning. Key features of the program structure include:

• Full-time and part-time offerings available.
• Courses can be taken fully online, allowing for asynchronous learning.
• Opportunity to substitute two courses for an intensive community consultancy program, working with real clients.
• Includes all nine credits required for the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) and Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designations.

This structure ensures that students can tailor their learning experience to fit their personal and professional commitments while gaining the necessary skills to excel in the HR field.

Featured Experiences

The Human Resources Management program offers several unique experiences that enhance the learning journey:

• Intensive community consultancy program where students work with live clients to solve real-world HR problems.
• Courses in software applications, Canadian employment law, and management of strategic HR projects.
• Focus on developing consulting skills through practical applications.
• All courses are HRPA approved, facilitating the path to professional HR designations.

Career Options

Graduates of the Human Resources Management program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in Canada, including:

• Human Resources Administrator: Responsible for managing HR functions, preparing materials for meetings, and assisting with special projects.
• Human Resources Generalist: Provides support across various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance.
• Human Resources Consultant: Advises organizations on HR best practices and helps implement effective HR strategies.
• Human Resources Analyst: Analyzes HR data to inform decision-making and improve HR processes.
• Labour Relations Consultant: Works with organizations to manage labor relations and negotiate collective agreements.

These roles are essential in various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, education, and government, providing graduates with a broad range of employment opportunities in the HR field.

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