Business Administration - Human Resources Major Diploma

Bow Valley College

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Offered by Bow Valley College in Calgary, Canada, Business Administration - Human Resources Major Diploma is a diploma in Human Resource Management programme. The programme runs for 4 semesters.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Human Resource Management
Duration: 4 semesters

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Program details

Overview

This two-year, four-term diploma from Bow Valley College's Chiu School of Business prepares students to align people practices with organizational strategy. Coursework covers talent acquisition and engagement, compensation and benefits, learning and development, change management, occupational health and safety, employment law, and labour relations, alongside a required work-integrated learning component. The program is accredited by Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) Alberta, and graduates are eligible for exemption from the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) toward the CPHR designation. Courses are offered in a mix of in-person, online, and blended formats depending on enrollment. Graduates are prepared for entry-level human resources roles such as HR coordinator or recruitment assistant. The program runs on a Fall, Winter, and Spring intake cycle and is open to both domestic and international students.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet one of the following: (1) credit in English Language Arts 30-1, or a minimum of 65% in English Language Arts 30-2, or equivalent, together with credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent; (2) successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test with a minimum standard score of 520 on the Language Arts: Reading and Writing test and 520 on the Math test; (3) satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test; or (4) completion of 30 credits from a recognized business program, subject to departmental approval. Applicants whose first language is not English must also meet Bow Valley College's English language proficiency requirements.

Application Details

Start Date: September, January and May

About Bow Valley College

Type: College
Founded: 1963
Programs: 56
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Business Administration - Human Resources Major Diploma award?

Bow Valley College awards a Diploma in the field of Human Resource Management on completion of this programme.

How long does Business Administration - Human Resources Major Diploma take?

The programme runs for 4 semesters.

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