Program at a glance
Credential
Post-Degree Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
1or 2 years
Prepare for a career in HR
Start in September, January or May
You'll gain valuable business skills relevant to working as human resource practitioners while building on past learning. There is particular emphasis placed on leadership and change management incorporating the majority of key competencies required to pursue a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
After graduation
With a Post-Degree Diploma in Business Administration - Human Resource Management & Leadership Option, your career opportunities may include, but would not be limited to, managing in government or private industry, business consulting, and human resources advising or management.
In Demand
Graduates who achieve an overall cumulative average of B- and have been a member of CPHR BC & Yukon continuously since registering in their second semester courses in the case of the Post Degree Diploma in Business Administration in HR Management & Leadership or in the 3rd year courses of the Bachelor of Business Administration in HR Management & Leadership, may apply for exemption from the National Knowledge Exam [NKE].
Send official transcripts demonstrating your B- cumulative average, the exam exemption form and fee payment to cphr@cphrbc.ca. See further information on the CPHR pathways.
Information Sessions
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Who can I contact if I want more information?
Contact business@camosun.ca
International students please contact International Admissions
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in myCamosun.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
What to expect
The program consists of 15 courses which can be completed in approximately one year if taken on a full-time basis and starting in the Winter term. Evening and daytime classes are held predominantly at the Interurban campus and the program can be taken on a part-time basis.
Co-operative Education Option
Apply your classroom skills in the workplace and bring your workplace skills back to the classroom! When you engage in co-operative education, you get an early start on preparing for your career after graduation! You will have the opportunity to alternate between full-time studies and full-time paid work where you can bring your applied learning classroom to life.
To participate in Co-operative Education, prior to your first work term you will need to successfully complete
- Eight (8) courses, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (C+), and
- the Career Development-Workplace Preparation Skills (CDEV-WPS) course
Learn more about the Co-op Education Program
International students
Under Canadian Immigration Law, as an international student you are eligible to participate in co-operative education and you can legally work in Canada during specified work terms. The Work Permit Checklist for international students will assist in planning your participation in co-operative education.
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program
Business Administration, Post Degree Diploma - Human Resource Management & Leadership Option
$6,474 (domestic)
$26,944 (international)
Business Administration, Post Degree Diploma - Human Resource Management & Leadership Option, Cooperative Education designation
$7,294 (domestic)
$29,272 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to: Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission Requirements
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When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar: Loading...
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Note: Students who have already completed some course work at a professional institute or another post-secondary institution should submit official transcripts to be assessed for transfer credit.
Need help applying?
Find out more on How to Apply or speak to an Admissions Advisor.
Don't have a bachelor's degree?
Camosun offers a Bachelor of Business Administration degree program with majors in Accounting, Human Resource Management & Leadership and Marketing.
Our teaching staff
Camosun College is proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students' individual journeys. For more information about our faculty, please visit the School of Business homepage.
Faculty/staff profile
Stephen Scott
Department Chair
scotts@camosun.ca
250-370-4186
Centre for Business & Access (CBA)
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Faculty/staff profile
Coralee Czinkota
Program Leader
czinkotac@camosun.ca
250-370-4136
Centre for Business & Access (CBA)
Full bio
Faculty/staff profile
Shelaina Postings
Program Leader
postingss@camosun.ca
250-370-4174
Centre for Business & Access
Full bio
Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the Program Outline.
Contact information
School of Business
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