Information Resources Management

Information is power. Many organizations treat information as a resource asset and manage it strategically to gain a competitive advantage. Be a part of this new and exciting frontier of management.

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The Information Resources Management post-graduate certificate is an eight-month program that provides a unique opportunity for professionals with an existing bachelor’s degree who want to advance their careers using information, data, technology, and tools, to improve efficiency and support companies in achieving its goals. The program will prepare you to assume information and management roles in Saskatchewan and Canadian public and private enterprise.

This program emphasizes managing data throughout its lifecycle to ensure it remains secure, accessible and valuable for business decision-making. You will develop skills and knowledge in:

project management
business law
risk and security planning
strategic information management
contracts and procurement
data analytics and business intelligence
operations management
human resource and organizational dynamics,
and business communications

Students are not required to have a technical background (e.g., computing or engineering) to be successful in this program.

Career and salary information

Your career

Graduates from Saskatchewan Polytechnic business programs are in demand. You can find opportunities in diverse occupations and sectors, including positions such as:

information systems analysts
systems analysts
service desk analysts
data analysts
information management managers

Admissions

Admission requirements

A conferred bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution
English Language Requirement

Admission method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

See Admission Processes for more information about this method of admission.

Tuition and fees

Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies. Visit the Tuition and Fees web page for a complete breakdown of tuition and fees for this program.

2024-25 academic year

$13,100

International students

View tuition rates for international students.

Courses

Semester information only pertains to full-time/on-campus students, and part-time/online students should view course prerequisites when scheduling courses.

Student awards

Thanks to the generosity of donors and alumni, Saskatchewan Polytechnic gives away more than $2 million in student awards during the academic year.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers student awards for every certificate and diploma program at every campus. Not all student awards are based on marks - some are based on financial need or things like community or volunteer involvement.

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Additional information

Canadian Institute of Management

The Chartered Management Program (CMP) is a core requirement for the Certified in Management (C.I.M.) and Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.) professional designations. Students enrolled in this program may be eligible for free associate membership with the association. Please contact the program directly for more information.