The Human Resource Generalist Diploma prepares you to take on the day-to-day operations of a human resource department, making you market-ready for various industries across Canada. Whether you are just starting out or already an experienced HR professional, this program equips you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the growing and dynamic HR field.
With 275 hours of coursework, this diploma builds on prior certificates to prepare you for HR roles in the workplace. Build your expertise in recruitment, workforce planning, training and development, and equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA). To conclude your diploma journey, you'll showcase your skills with a real-world applied learning project.
By completion of this program, successful students will be able to:
- Recognize the role of HR Generalist in an organization such as small and mid-sized companies
- Describe the importance of having an equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) strategy to support the organization's objectives and priorities
- Design solutions to a real-world experiential learning project plan by application of HR Management methodologies, processes, standards, and EDIA best practices
- Use diverse knowledge of core HR Management methodologies, processes, and practices when implementing the experiential learning project
- Examine practices and steps used to create an implementable EDIA strategic plan
- Outline commonly used HR Management methodologies, processes, and practices
- Develop a training and development plan to build a diverse workforce aligned with future trends and organizational needs
- Construct a human resource-related strategy and operational plan that supports a small to mid-sized company
Program Structure
To earn the diploma, you’ll have completed:
- The Human Resource Fundamentals Certificate
- The Human Resource Advanced Certificate
- A 20-hour course titled Equity, People & Culture: Leading Accessibility and Inclusive Projects
- A 35-hour independent course, either a capstone project or applied learning project
This program is perfect if you...
- Are an HR professional seeking advanced knowledge and practical experience
- Are a supervisors of an HR team in a small business or non-profit organization
- Are a professional in another field with HR responsibilities
- Are focused on learning and development or workforce training
- Have have completed the Human Resource Fundamentals Certificate and Human Resource Advanced Certificate
What will I get?
Students who complete this program will receive a Professional Diploma.
Program details
Online
Courses in this program are delivered online. Courses are scheduled at convenient times, allowing you to complete the program at a pace that fits your life.
You should plan on studying and working approximately 6 hours per week per course.
Online learning fits into busy schedules by taking the learning experience out of the traditional classroom. Students have online access to instructors, fellow learners, and learning materials.
Before taking your first online course, we recommended taking our free course: Digital Skills for Learning Online
10 Courses, 275 Hours
All Continuing Education programs are developed with part-time learners in mind. The Human Resource Generalist Diploma is a 275-hour program.
The length of time it takes to complete this program varies by student. If you take one course per term (four courses a year), you will likely complete the program in two to three years. You will complete the program faster if you take multiple courses per term.
$5,808
The approximate cost to complete the Human Resource Generalist Diploma is $5,808.
This includes the $105 admission fee.
You do not require a degree or diploma to apply for admission to this program. You can take individual courses to start, and apply later.
The admission fee is $105.
To apply, you must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- Grade 12 diploma (recommended)
- Relevant work experience (recommended)
- If English is not your first language, you must meet the English language proficiency requirements
Programs change from time to time, so we recommend that you apply for admission as early as possible. Once admitted, your requirements to complete the program will not change – even if the program changes. You can be confident that completed and eligible courses will apply to your program.
Apply for AdmissionPrior learning from other post-secondary institutions
Advanced standing may be granted for equivalent, graded courses completed at other post-secondary institutions. Credit may be granted up to a maximum of 90 hours towards this program.
Apply for Advanced StandingTransferring credit from other Continuing Education programs
If you have completed requirements for another University of Calgary Continuing Education program, you may be able to transfer some credits to this program. For details, please review the "Credit towards other programs" information in the programs you have completed. To transfer credits, please contact a student advisor.
Maximum advanced standing and transferred credit
The combined total of advanced standing and transferred credits cannot exceed 130 hours for this program.
This program is offered in association with the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of Alberta. Individuals already certified often take Continuing Education human resource courses to meet their continuing professional development (CPD) requirements.
To obtain the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Designation, please visit www.cphrab.ca/become-a-CPHR
This program helps prepare students to complete the NKE exam.
Each year, scholarships and awards are given to deserving students not only for their academic achievement, but also for community involvement. Award sponsors include both corporate and private donors.
To apply, you must meet eligibility criteria and submission deadlines. Students in this program may be eligible for the following awards:
It is the student's responsibility to ensure all requirements for graduation are fulfilled.
See Graduation for details.
This program does not qualify students to apply for an international study permit.
International students who wish to live and work in Canada should consider our International Professional Programs.