Michelle Chia
Human Resource Management Certificate
When Michelle Chia moved to Calgary a few years ago for a position at Hotel Alma on the University of Calgary Campus, she decided to enrol in the Human Resource Management Certificate program. She felt it would complement her Hotel and Resort Management degree and would benefit her in her new role, as it was her first supervisory position.
Despite moving into other positions, Michelle says she could always see value in completing the program, plus she was enjoying her courses.
"I love learning and I love meeting people," says Michelle. "I like the dynamics of the Continuing Education classroom. You are with your peers, but not everyone is from the same age demographic, so you have a mix of many different types and levels of experience."
It took Michelle approximately two years to complete the program, usually doing two courses a session. She found it a great help to take some online courses as well.
"The online courses were fantastic," she says. "Especially when I was working shiftwork. I could work when I wanted and at my own pace. Everything I needed was right there."
Having enjoyed the process, Michelle fully expects to take more courses through Continuing Education.
"I would like to establish a background in many different areas that could be helpful in my career," she says.