Human Resources Administration in Education
If you are interested in school administration, the Master's Certificate in Human Resources Administration in Education provides an opportunity to explore the theory and practice related to human resource management in educational settings. The master’s certificate program is designed for educational professionals seeking to upskill.
This part-time program consists of three courses. Students can take up to two courses per year due to the course offerings.
All of our graduate certificate programs have been designed by faculty members with expertise in their respective academic areas. We are committed to preparing and strengthening educational leaders and lifelong learners.Quick Facts
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Why Study Human Resources Administration in Education at the University of Regina?
Master degree credit
Graduates can ladder into the Master of Education in Teaching, Learning and Leadership (Med TLL), or the Master of Education in Adult Education and Human Resource Development (Med AHRD). Earn credit towards a Master’s degree without fully committing to the program. Students can hold a Master’s certificate and a Master’s degree concurrently.Flexibility
Domestic students can register part-time while they continue to hold full-time employment. This allows you to continue succeeding in your career while pursuing valuable education.Supports
You will have access to a variety of student supports including dedicated Graduate Program assistants and a funding and scholarship facilitator, as well as supplemental instruction including information sessions, presentations, and workshops on a variety of topics like APA style, literature review, academic writing, and more.Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Regina is committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and we believe that our student body and workforce should reflect the diversity of our community. More than 15 per cent of U of R students self-declare as Indigenous. We recognize our ongoing commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation process through teaching, research, learning, and service efforts across our campuses. We are committed to:
- Improving supports for Indigenous students, faculty, and staff
- Incorporating Indigenous ways of knowing into teaching and research
- Providing educational opportunities and experience across the province
Indigenous Initiatives
The U of R’s initiatives to help support Indigenous students include:
- ta-tawâw Student Centre
- nitôncipâmin omâ Student Success Program (The OMA Program)
- Indigenous Social Work and Education programs
- Indigenous Advisory Circle and its Indigenization Fund
- Hiring of the Associate Vice-President (Indigenous Engagement)
Human Resources Administration in Education Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must meet the entrance requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.
Meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of acceptance into the program. Admission is subject to availability of space.
For more information about admission requirements, refer to the graduate calendar.EDL 823 Labour Relations and Labour Law in Education
This course provides school leaders with an understanding of theoretical and legislative issues related to labour relations in publicly funded education. Students explore the differences in dealing with teaching and non-teaching employees, and their representative groups; understand employee relations; and develop negotiation, conflict resolution, and collective agreement skills.
EDL 824 The Employee Life Cycle in Education
The course will focus on the employee life cycle within the K-12 educational setting. Topics: human resource and labour market planning, job analysis, recruitment and retention, training and development, compensation models, succession and retirement planning, work-life balance, and coaching and mentoring designed to provide skills to positively support staff.
EDL 826 Leadership Development in Education
This course will focus on applied research in educational leadership. Based upon a review of related literature, students will conduct research relevant to educational leadership in K-12 education. Topics will include educational leadership, self-awareness and leadership, the role of leadership in schools, and the application of current leadership development models to the Saskatchewan school system.
Upon successfully completing your Master’s Certificate in Human Resources Administration in Education, you will be ready for the next step of your career.
Some of the jobs that graduates go on to include:
- Principals
- Vice-principals
- School administrators
- Teachers
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