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Level 1
HND, BSc, BA, MSc, MBA, PhD, or completion of First Year in any degree programme from a recognized tertiary institution.
The Professional Certification Programme
The minimum entry requirement is a Higher National Diploma or completion of first year in any Degree programme from a recognised Tertiary institution. Examinations are conducted for all levels in January and July each year.
Overview
The Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana (CIHRM) is the only statutory professional body mandated to regulate, develop, and promote human resource management (HRM) practice in Ghana. Established under the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana Act, 2020 (Act 1020), the Institute ensures professional standards in HR practice, conducts examinations, certifies practitioners, and advances research and training in HRM.
The HR function has expanded beyond its previous focus on operational and administrative activities to a more dynamic, data-driven and strategic orientation. The HR Practitioner is expected to add value to the business by designing and aligning HR Strategies, systems and policies to organizational goals and strategies. This requires professional HR knowledge, skills, values and attitudes which are available through professional development.
It is against this background that the Institute designed and launched the 4-Level Professional Certification Programme (PCP) in September 2002.
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The minimum entry requirement is a Higher National Diploma or completion of first year in any Degree programme from a recognised Tertiary institution.
Examinations are conducted for all levels in January and July each year.
Upon successful completion of Level 3 examinations, students graduate as Associate Members of the Institute.
These students finally become Chartered Human Resource Management Practitioners after completing Level 4, which requires the submission of the project work and five (5) years work experience in the HR field.
The Programme
Upon successful completion of Level 3 examinations, students graduate as Associate Members of the Institute. These students finally become Chartered Human Resource Management Practitioners after completing Level 4.
Level 1: HND, BSc, BA, MSc, MBA, PhD, or completion of First Year in any degree programme from a recognized tertiary institution.
Level 3: First Degree, Master's, or PhD in HRM or an equivalent degree.
These students finally become Chartered Human Resource Management Practitioners after completing Level 4, which requires the submission of the project work and five (5) years work experience in the HR field.
Entry Requirements
HND, BSc, BA, MSc, MBA, PhD, or completion of First Year in any degree programme from a recognized tertiary institution.
First Degree, Master's, or PhD in HRM or an equivalent degree.
Students placed directly on Level 3 have exemption fees waived.
Only students who have completed degree programmes are eligible to apply for exemptions. Exemptions are granted based on the courses that are displayed on a prospective student's academic transcript(s). Students are strongly urged to include all certificates and transcript(s) of their degree programmes.
During the initial application process, students are required to apply for all subject exemptions sought in Levels 1 and 2. Exemptions are processed only at the point of application.
Students placed directly on Level 3 have exemption fees waived.
Applicants may apply for subject exemptions from the following list based on their academic transcript(s)
| Level 1 | GHS 650.00 |
|---|---|
| Level 2 | GHS 750.00 |
Student Subscription: *GH¢ 200.00 (to be renewed every year).
Fees Schedule
Tuition Fees* tuition fees are subject to change and may differ from tuition fees charged by approved Learning Partners. Exam fees are paid during exam registration periods in October and May. Fees are non-refundable.
| Levels | Tuition *(GHS) | Self-Study *(GHS) | Exam Registration *(GHS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | |||
| Principles of Management | 930.00 | 800.00 | 500.00 |
| Introduction to HRM | 930.00 | 800.00 | 500.00 |
| General Psychology | 930.00 | 800.00 | 500.00 |
| Business Statistics | 930.00 | 800.00 | 500.00 |
| Total | 3,720.00 | 3,200.00 | 2,000.00 |
| Level 2 | |||
| Organizational Behaviour | 1,030.00 | 850.00 | 600.00 |
| Introduction to HRD | 1,030.00 | 850.00 | 600.00 |
| Fundamentals of Accounting | 1,030.00 | 850.00 | 600.00 |
| Introduction to Industrial Relations | 1,030.00 | 850.00 | 600.00 |
| Total | 4,120.00 | 3,400.00 | 2,400.00 |
| Level 3 | |||
| Legal Aspects of Human Resource Management | 1,230.00 | 1,100.00 | 700.00 |
| Industrial Relations Practice | 1,230.00 | 1,100.00 | 700.00 |
| Recruitment and Compensation Management | 1,230.00 | 1,100.00 | 700.00 |
| Human Resource Development Practice | 1,230.00 | 1,100.00 | 700.00 |
| Business Communication | 1,230.00 | 1,100.00 | 700.00 |
| Total | 6,150.00 | 5,500.00 | 3,500.00 |
| Level 4 | |||
| Processing / Application | 800.00 | — | — |
| Project work fee | 6,800.00 | — | — |
*NB: Fees are subject to change.
Self-Study students pay all fees upfront.
Tuition/Regular students pay student subscription, exemption fees and 70% or more of tuition fees prior to commencement of lectures. The outstanding balance is paid within two (2) months.
Payment deadlines are indicated in admission letters.
*Tuition fees are subject to change and may differ from tuition fees charged by approved Learning Partners.
Exam fees are paid during exam registration periods in October and May. Fees are non-refundable.
Fully paid-up students will receive learning notes and ID cards.
Professional Certificates are awarded at the end of Level 3 and at the end of Level 4. At the end of every exam, the student is issued a result slip.
Class Schedule
6:00 – 8:30 pm
9:00 am – 6:15 pm
(Saturdays only)
6:00 – 8:30 pm
Online Application
Send GHS 400.00 via Momo to 0546112127. Reference Admissions.
Email screenshot of payment, including name, email address and phone number to admissions@cihrmghana.org.
Receive online registration voucher within 24 hours.
Follow prompts to complete an online application.
Soft copies of:
Soft copies of:
Approved CIHRM Learning Partners
Kumasi
Ho
Takoradi
Sunyani
Tamale
Koforidua
Contact details
Reach the Admissions Office to begin your application or for guidance on entry and exemptions.
Near Tse-Addo Roundabout
East La.
Private Mail Bag, CT 312
Cantonments-Accra.