Cape Breton University and Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Sign Accreditation Agreement to Offer BBA Students a Fast-Track to HR Certification

Cape Breton University (CBU) and the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) of Canada have signed an Accreditation Agreement to provide students in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program a waiver of the National Knowledge Exam (NKW) administered by CPHR Nova Scotia and the CPHR of Canada.

“Cape Breton University is proud to unveil this new partnership with CPHR Nova Scotia. Agreements such as this pave the way for meaningful opportunities benefiting both students and our institutions,” says David Dingwall, President and Vice-Chancellor of Cape Breton University. “We look forward to working with the CPHR community for many years to come.”

Upon their final year of the BBA program, CBU students will become members of CPHR Nova Scotia and will be eligible to apply for the NKE waiver. This will also apply to students who have graduated from CBU’s BBA program between May 2015 and the signing of this agreement. Graduates must meet identified grade requirements, be members of CPHR Nova Scotia and apply for the waiver before September 30, 2025.

“This partnership reflects an overall effort by the Shannon School of Business to directly align our programs with professional accrediting bodies for different disciplines and add value to graduates as they launch their careers,” says Dr. John Nadeau, Dean, Shannon School of Business. “In particular, Human Resources plays an increasingly important role after the pandemic in assisting organizations to chart their strategic direction.”

For more information, contact Dr. John Nadeau, Dean, Shannon School of Business by emailing John_Nadeau@cbu.ca.