Do you believe that people are an organisations most valuable asset? Looking to build a career in management with a people focus? If so, Milpark’s Higher Certificate in Management (HCM) with a major in Human Resource (HR) is your ideal starting point. Combining management principles with specialist HR knowledge, this programme is designed to launch your journey and accelerate your career.
This qualification is designed for those aiming to develop skills for junior HR management roles or school leavers who require a Higher Certificate for access into a Diploma or Degree programme of study.
Designed as an entry-level, post-school higher education qualification, this HCM is tailored to provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills essential to function in a junior HR role in diverse organisational settings. Our programme is all about practicality. With a strong vocational orientation, you'll learn to apply theory to real-world challenges commonly encountered in today's workplace. Beyond mastering management principles, you'll also develop specialised HR knowledge to help you manage people in your organisation.
Applicants require a National Senior Certificate (please take note of the applicable minimum criteria listed below).
For entry into the Higher Certificate, candidates require a Senior Certificate (SC) or a National Senior Certificate (NSC), as certified by Umalusi, with at least a pass in English, the language of instruction at Milpark Education.
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Milpark’s instructor-led online programmes offer flexible learning, as well as access to all content, activities, and assessments in our virtual learning environment. You’ll receive milestones to ensure you are focused, and regular online engagement with lecturers to support your learning. For certain modules, you can also attend live classes or watch recordings at your convenience and be part of the online community of students.