Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma Overview
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Strategize Talent. Develop HR Expertise. Launch People-Driven Careers.
This two-year Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resource Management is tailored for students with a non-business bachelor’s degree. It delivers a comprehensive HR-focused curriculum designed to build knowledge in recruitment, labour relations, compensation, training, and organizational strategy; perfect for career changers, international learners, or professionals expanding their qualifications.
Program Highlights
Students will complete a comprehensive business core that builds strong foundational knowledge in accounting, economics, marketing, management, ethics, law, statistics, and strategic decision-making. Core courses include introductory and management, accounting, business mathematics, microeconomics, organizational behaviour, marketing concepts, research in management, business ethics, business statistic, and strategy and policy.
Students will complete specialized coursework in human resource management, change management, and innovation leadership; along with additional electives such as recruitment and selection, industrial relations, compensation and rewards, occupational health and safety, human resources planning, and training and development. Eligible students may also choose to complete a 12-week co-op internship, gaining applied HR experience in a professional workplace setting.
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Why Nipissing's Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resource Management Program?
Strong Business Foundations + Specialized HR Focus
Start with core business topics like accounting, ethics, statistics, and decision-making, then move into HR-specific courses in recruitment, industrial relations, compensation, and safety management.
Designed for Career Changers & Diverse Backgrounds
Ideal for applicants from any academic discipline seeking HR skills and credentials.
Optional Coop Placement for Practical Experience
Eligible students (≥24 Nipissing credits with a 70%+ average) can apply for a 4-month coop to gain Canadian work experience.
Flexible Delivery & Supportive Learning Environment
Study online or onsite, full-time or part-time, with access to mentorship and relevant career resources.
Post-Baccalaureate Admission
To qualify for admission for Post-Baccalaureate Certificates or Diploma, applicants must possess an undergraduate degree, plus additional requirements.
Find these additional requirements and details by using the College/University Transfer Admission button below, select transferring from University and choose the Certificates or Diploma you want to apply to.
Future Careers
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- HR Coordinator, HR Assistant, or HR Associate
- Talent Acquisition or Training Specialist
- Compensation and Benefits Analyst or Labour Relations Assistant
- Organizational Development support roles
- Pathway to advanced HR diplomas, designations, or graduate programs
This diploma equips students with a solid mix of business fundamentals and specialized HR competencies valued across industries.
Real People, Real Impact
The unwavering support, expertise, and mentorship of the faculty, combined with a curriculum grounded in real-world practice and global perspective, empowered me to graduate with confidence and clarity in my career path.
Sabah K.
Class of 2023
I truly enjoy my classes because they are highly engaging and incredibly informative. With smaller class sizes, it becomes much easier to grasp concepts clearly and participate actively in discussions.
Monica V.
Class of 2026
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