Niagara College Canada

Business Administration -
Human Resources (Co-op)

Program Code (0401)
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Three Years
Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus
Start date: September or January

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Career Opportunities

People are at the heart of any organization. To manage those people well, human resources expertise is imperative. The need to employ advanced human resources techniques, especially within large organizations, is receiving more and more recognition.

Graduates of this program hold positions such as:

• Compensation administrator
• Health and safety officer
• Human resources assistant
• Human resources manager
• Labour relations officer
• Management trainee
• Pension and benefits administrator
• Training and development officer

The Niagara College Difference

• Eight-month co-op placement provides hands-on experience
• Faculty boasts more than 50 years of combined teaching and applied experience
• Graduates may choose from diverse career paths
• Graduates may meet educational requirements for the Certified Human Resources Professional designation of the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario
• Many graduates find work through co-op placements or contacts made while working on projects

Testimonials and Profiles

“The knowledge, experience and approachability of the program faculty were major factors in equipping me with the tools and skills necessary to enter the human resources profession.”

Julie Smiht, Business Administration -
Human Resources (Co-op) graduate

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2009-10 (OSS):

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older as of the first day of classes, with no OSSD or equivalent (Mature Student) including the following required courses:
• English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.

Recommended Courses and/or Recommended Skills (Not Required for Admission):

• Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U).

Selection & Ranking Process:

• For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the most senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
• Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

• Mature Student applicants, or applicants who have an OSSD that includes Workplace (E) level learning, may be considered for admission after meeting with a staff member to review academic needs, interests and possible career directions. Academic testing and/or upgrading may be required.
• Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

• View Degree Opportunities for this Program
• View Degree Opportunities by Institution
• View Degree Opportunities by Subject

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.

Program Related Inquiries

Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

Apply now for this program online at www.OntarioColleges.ca

Information Last Modified:
Thu, November 20, 2008 at 02:03:46 PM ET

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