CYPG 653 - Learning & Development

Course Description

This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to strategically align Learning & Development initiatives with organizational objectives. Learners will discover how to engage with leaders in their organization to identify and prioritize learning needs, collaborate with people leaders to plan to address employee skills gaps, use adult learning principles and instructional design considerations in creating learning proposals, and evaluating their costs and benefits. In this course, learners will raise their self-awareness about their own learning habits, gain knowledge about 'how to learn' effectively and will develop critical skills required in L&D that are highly valuable for their core careers in Human Resources.

What to Expect

Our postgraduate courses provide a blend of flexibility, practical learning, and industry connections to help you develop in-demand skills and advance your career. With a mix of online learning, hands-on assessments, and networking opportunities, these programs ensure you're prepared to apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

Here’s what you can expect when you enrol in a course:

• Asynchronous and synchronous learning: Engage with course materials at your own pace and join live, interactive sessions with instructors and peers for real-time discussions and feedback.
• Practical, hands-on assessments: Demonstrate your skills through real-world projects that apply directly to workplace scenarios.
• Time with instructors: Benefit from direct interaction with experienced industry expert instructors, who provide guidance and insights.
• Networking opportunities: Connect with peers, instructors, and industry leaders to expand your professional network.
• Career-ready skills: Develop job-relevant expertise that can be applied in organizations of all sizes and industries.

Designed with Industry Leaders

Our postgraduate certificates and courses are designed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure they reflect real-world challenges and evolving workforce needs. This means you'll gain practical knowledge and skills that align with what today’s employers are looking for –enhancing your career and helping you stay confident and competitive.

Postgraduate Certificate Registration

To ensure every learner is set up for success, there are a few eligibility requirements you’ll need to meet. If you’re interested in taking courses in this postgraduate certificate program, simply complete our short online application form. Don’t worry–completing the form does not commit you to completing the certificate. Enrolling in a certificate is a separate process.

Notes

This course offers a fully online, interactive and engaging experience with regularly scheduled live synchronous sessions. Dates and times for live sessions will be posted in the course section schedule when they are available. 

If you'd like to enrol, please contact ce@torontomu.ca and, if applicable, please be sure to include your TMU student number. Learners not part of the Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Human Resources Management should include a copy of their degree/equivalent.

Questions?

If you have questions about enrolling in a course or need assistance, contact ce@torontomu.ca.

Relevant Programs

• Advanced Human Resources Management : Required Courses