Human Resource Management

In this age of globalization and innovation, the ability to acquire, develop, and motivate talented people has become the number one challenge for most organizations.

The postgraduate certificate in Human Resource Management (HRM) is a continuation of undergraduate studies designed for students who wish to learn how HRM contributes positively to both organizations and the people who work for them. This exceptional program is ideally suited to new graduates seeking further specialization, or working professionals wishing to further develop their understanding of human resource management. Develop new talent, drive organizational change, and become a true HR leader.

For more information about the required courses, please visit Trent’s Academic Calendar and search for your postgraduate certificate.

Admissions Requirements

The postgraduate certificate in Human Resource Management is available to students who hold an undergraduate degree other than business from any accredited university.

If you have any questions about Trent's Postgraduate Certificates, please contact discovertrent@trentu.ca.

For students who have accepted their offer of admission and have questions about registering in their courses or life at Trent, please email businesscertsptbo@trentu.ca.

Trent Graduate Offer

As a Trent grad, you qualify for direct admission to a postgraduate certificate program, and we will waive the application fee. To apply, simply send an email from your Trent University account to admissions@trentu.ca confirming which postgraduate certificate you wish to apply for, and the start term.

Students who hold an undergraduate degree from Trent University may have a maximum of 1.0 credit (two 0.5-credit courses) from their degree applied to their postgraduate certificate program. Students entering additional postgraduate certificate programs may count a maximum of 1.0 credit (two 0.5-credit courses) toward the additional postgraduate certificate program.