Overview

The Employment Relations programme at Memorial University of Newfoundland provides a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to managing professional relationships within diverse organisations. This advanced degree is delivered jointly by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Business Administration to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.

Why Employment Relations at Memorial University of Newfoundland?

This programme has achieved significant international recognition, having been ranked among the top 200 best master’s degrees in human resources management globally. It offers a unique opportunity to become a specialist in the field by integrating perspectives from business, sociology, history, and economics. Students benefit from a curriculum that explores labour market trends and the latest research in industrial relations, preparing them for high-level professional practice.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 1074 per semester
National fee: CAD 635 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum involves 36 credit hours of coursework designed to cover the employment relationship from various academic viewpoints. Modules may include:

Business
Sociology
History
Economics
Industrial Relations
Human Resources Management

Careers with Employment Relations

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to pursue specialised roles across various sectors. The curriculum prepares students for successful careers in recruitment and selection, as well as positions as human resource managers. Additionally, alumni often find opportunities as labour relations advisors or health and safety specialists, applying their advanced knowledge of employment dynamics to improve organisational outcomes and manage complex workplace negotiations.

Programme Structure

Memorial’s MER program is offered by full-time or part-time study and involves 36 credit hours of coursework. Most courses accommodate part-time student schedules, in that many start after 4:00 pm. Full-time students normally complete the program in one academic year.

If a student has completed a required course prior to entering the MER program, they may be approved to complete a substitution for that course. In general, exemptions for courses completed prior to enrolling in the MER program will not be granted.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. John's, Canada

Disciplines

Organisational Behaviour Human Resource Management View 23 other Masters in Human Resource Management in Canada

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application

Official transcript(s) (must be submitted by post mail or courier)

Two (2) letters of appraisal

Non-refundable application fee

Proof of English proficiency

Additional requirements (may be required).

Prerequisites may be necessary for your program of interest

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2148 CAD / year

≈ 2148 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1270 CAD / year

≈ 1270 CAD / year

Additional Details

NL Students: $635

Living costs

St. John's

Canada

1159 - 1707 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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