HRMA and KPU Partnership a First in Western Canada
The Human Resources Management Association (HRMA) and Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are collaborating to provide HR students with the skills, training, industry networks and learning resources needed to build long and successful careers.
Wayne Tebb, dean, School of Business, Surrey campus, KPU (back left); Anthony Ariganello, president and CEO, HRMA (back right); Shannon Railton, chair, HRMA (front right); and Dr. Sal Ferreras, provost and vice-president academic, KPU (front left) sign a partnership agreement at HRMA’s Annual Conference + Tradeshow on April 29, 2015.
KPU’s HR programs will also be the first in Western Canada to offer students the chance to meet through their course work the professional certification requirements of HRMA’s National Knowledge Exam. The NKE is the first step in attaining the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) which is Canada’s national designation for HR professionals. KPU’s HR courses will be reviewed by HRMA and a professional member will be appointed to the HR program advisory committee as part of the partnership.
“HRMA is invested in the development of future human resources professionals and are extremely pleased with our new partnership with KPU. It provides benefits for both our organizations as well as for KPU students working towards a career in human resources. We look forward to continuing a strong relationship well into the future,” said Anthony Ariganello, president and CEO of HRMA.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University has four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—and offers a comprehensive range of sought-after programs, including business, liberal arts, science, design, health, trades and technology, horticulture, and academic and career advancement. Learn more at www.kpu.ca.
