CPHR Manitoba announces a new accredited degree program

CPHR Manitoba has added one more program to its growing list of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions in the Post-Secondary Institution Accreditation Program.

Graduates of the Master of Management program at the Buller School of Business at Providence University College and Theological Seminary will be one step closer to receiving their professional designation upon graduation and may be able to waive writing the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) starting in 2026.

The NKE is a required step for many pursuing the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation, which is the national industry standard of excellence for those working in the field of HR. The CPHR designation requires an individual to achieve and maintain demonstrated competency and experience relevant to the HR profession.

“We are delighted to partner with Providence through our Post-Secondary Institution Accreditation program and to be able to recognize the coursework their students towards the knowledge component of the CPHR designation,” said Ron Gauthier, CEO of CPHR Manitoba.

"This accreditation affirms the quality and intentional design of our graduate HR curriculum," said Nicole Barnabé, Associate Dean of the Buller School of Business at Providence. "We've worked to ensure our program not only meets academic standards, but also reflects the competencies required in today's HR landscape. We're grateful for the partnership with CPHR Manitoba, which creates a clear and credible pathway for our graduates to move confidently from the classroom into professional practice." 

To be eligible for the NKE waiver, graduates of the Master of Management program will need to have achieved a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0, completed the required courses, and apply within five years of graduation. For more information, visit our website here.