Course Description
The acquisition of human resources management skills will provide students with the requirements necessary to meet the challenges of the on-going process of capturing and optimizing the people’s talents and potential for greater productivity. The Associate Degree prepares students to pursue careers in management of human resource functions in private, public and non-governmental agencies, regional and International organisations. It will also prepare students for supervisory work in Human Resource Management.
Credits and Hours
This Associate of Arts Human Resources Management programme will consist of 65 credits.
Associate of Arts Degree (AA) – 65 credits
General Education Courses 21 Credits
ENG 110 Fundamentals of Writing 3
MAT 100 Mathematics 3
LOG 120 Critical Thinking 3
CIS 100 Introduction to Computer Information System 3
ECN 100 Introduction to Economics 3
RES 100 Research Methods & Statistics 3
LBS 100 Introduction to Industrial Relations 3
Programme Concentration 41 Credits
HRM 230 Strategic HRM 3
HRM 300 HRM Systems Functions & Procedures I 3
HRM 301 HRM Systems Functions & Procedures II 3
HRM 304 Personal Self–development for HR Professionals 3
HRM 305 Organisational Behaviour I 3
HRM 306 Organisational Behaviour II 3
HRM 312 Corporate & Business Human Resource Management 3
HRM 320 Training & Development 3
HRM 330 Compensation Administration 3
HRM 340 Performance Management 3
HRM 350 Internship 3
HRM 360 Research Paper 5
MGT 200 Principles of Business Management 3
Electives (select ONE) 3 Credits
LBS 300 Employment Law 3
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology 3
PLS 100 Introduction to Politics 3
PLS 200 Government and Politics of the Caribbean 3
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology 3
Programme Purpose
The programme prepares students to:
- pursue careers in management of human resource functions in private, public and non-governmental agencies, regional and international organisations
- Execute supervisory work in Human Resource Management
Admissions Eligibility
In addition to the College’s normal requirements for admission, the following conditions are required for those seeking admission into the Associate Degree in Human Resource Management:
- Applicants must have successfully completed one/two years of a recognized programme in Human Resource Management
- Applicants are required to have at least two (2) years’ working experience in a Human Resource environment
- All students must be prepared to undergo the internship programme
- The selection process may include an interview. Each applicant will be required to submit a personal profile so as to assist the College in determining, his/her readiness for the professional and ethical training in Human Resource Management.
Exemptions
Students will be exempted from courses at a higher level of study if they attained no less than a “C” grade at the lower level. If courses have been done outside of the Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies, then a transcript and course outlines would have to be submitted and evaluated. Normally, no grade below a “C” will be accepted for exemption unless approved by the Deputy Director Academic Affairs in conjunction with the Registrar.
Entry Requirements
- Earn a minimum of 65 credit hours in academic courses
- Meet the Degree requirements of the specific programme of study in which the Degree is to be awarded, including the general education requirements, as detailed in the College catalogue issued in the year in which the degree began, or which was in effect during the academic year of the most recent readmission to the College
- Complete the Research Paper/Thesis wherever this is required
- Earn a minimum grade point average of 2.00. Some programmes may have higher grade point requirements
Tuition Fees
Full payment of fees is required when registering for classes. Cipriani College is now a participant in GATE – Government’s Assistance for Tuition Expenses. The tuition fees listed below apply only to non-nationals. Citizens of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible for free tertiary education. The Board of Governors reserves the right to change tuition and fee charges when necessary without notice. Fees and tuition are not transferable.
For a list of fees, refer to our College Fees as well as Institution Fees.
The Board of Governors reserves the right to change tuition and fee charges when necessary without notice. Fees and tuition are not transferable.
