Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management

SUMMARY

Level
Advanced Certificate(MNQF Level 4)
Duration
1 year(2 Semesters)
Modes
Available Modes (Full-Time (Morning), Full-Time (Blended))
Course Fee
Course FeeMVR 15,300

current Intake

current Intake
August Intake 2026
Campus
Male' (Full-Time (Morning)) ,L. Gan (Full-Time (Blended))

Overview

The Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management at the Maldives National University is a one-year, MNQF Level 4 program designed to build foundational HR and management skills. Spanning two semesters, the curriculum covers key areas such as digital literacy, business mathematics, fundamental human resource development, performance management, and recruitment planning. Offered in full-time morning or blended formats, this program equips aspiring professionals with the essential competencies required to efficiently support organizational operations and effectively manage workforce dynamics in diverse corporate and public environments.

Entry Requirements

General Entry

  • i) 3 Passes in GCE O' Level / SSC OR
  • ii) Attainment of Level 3 qualification

Alternative Entry

  • i) 18 years old with 1 year work experience AND ability to communicate in the language of instruction

Language Requirements

  • i) Certified proficiency in English (GCE O' level / IGCSE English pass / MNU English Language Competency Test) or equivalent.

General Notes

  • Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
  • Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
  • Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.

Structure

Semester 1

Name Credit Points Fee (MVR)
ENG017
English 1 (CORE)
1,350
STA003
Introduction to Business Mathematics (CORE)
1,725
HRM003
Introduction to Human Resource Management (CORE)
2,100
MGT013
Introduction to Management (CORE)
2,100
Semester Total60
7,275

Semester 2

Name Credit Points Fee (MVR)
CPT019
Digital Literacy and Computer Applications (CORE)
1,725
HRM011
Fundamentals of Human Resource Development (CORE)
2,100
HRM009
Introduction to Human Resource Planning (CORE)
2,100
HRM015
Performance and Reward Basics (CORE)
2,100
Semester Total60
8,025
Course Total 120 CP
Total: 15,300

Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.

While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.

Careers

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles such as HR assistants, administrative officers, recruitment coordinators, or assistant training officers. It also provides a direct academic pathway to higher qualifications, such as a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management.