Overview

To acquire and maintain the knowledge and skill required to execute such tasks, Seneca College is offering Employee Relocation Management – CERC Program. These courses are brought to students in partnership with the Canadian Employee Relocation Council (CERC), which was founded in 1982 and remains the leading provider of information and professional education to the relocation industry.

This program would be of interest to those involved in the relocation process such as those employed in or interested in employment as a Human Resource Professional, Relocation Specialist, Global Mobility Professional, or Real Estate Professional. Graduates of this program would achieve the designation of CERC Relocation Specialist (Level I), Canadian Employee Relocation Professional (CERP) (Level II), Canadian Global Mobility Professional (CGMP) (Level III).

This program is designed to meet the education needs of two main groups: Individuals who are new to the employee relocation, human resources and real estate industries and need to acquire new skills and knowledge to become more employable; and those who are currently working in employee relocation, human resources and real estate, but wish to upgrade their skills and knowledge to advance their career.

       

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Interested in learning more?

Students are invited to attend an information session to learn more about the program and to connect with our team. 

Seneca Part-Time Human Resources Management Information Session

Thursday, May 2, 2024
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Register Now

Confirmation of registration and a unique link to join the information session will be provided upon registration.

Entry Requirements

• ERM101 – Introduction to Relocation: No entry requirements.
• ERM102 – Essential of Domestic Relocation: Successful completion of Introduction to Relocation (ERM101) and membership in CERC
• ERM103 – Essential of International Relocation: Successful completion of Essentials of Domestic Relocation (ERM102) and membership in CERC

Curriculum

Please note: Upon successful completion of ERM101 with a minimum grade of 70%, you will have earned certification as a CERC Relocation Specialist. 

All Employee Relocation Management courses combine theory, practical exercises, and case studies relevant in day-to-day operations. These courses are accredited by the Canadian Employee Relocation Council (CERC), written and taught by industry professionals with real-world knowledge and experience.

Information Session

Students are invited to attend an information session to learn more about the program and to connect with our team. 

Seneca Part-Time Human Resources Management Information Session

Thursday, May 2, 2024
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Register Now

Confirmation of registration and a unique link to join the information session will be provided upon registration.

Completion

Recognition of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the program requirements, please submit a Request for Recognition of Achievement Form to the Faculty of Continuing Education and Training. There is no cost for this and your Recognition of Achievement will be sent to you electronically.

Faculty Profiles

Tricia Cochran

Tricia Cochran has worked in the relocation industry for more than 20 years with a primary focus on client management, client on-boarding, policy review and transferee satisfaction. As a distance learning facilitator for the three-level relocation management accreditation program offered through Seneca College/Ontario Learn, Tricia is keen to put her years of experience in this exciting field to good use in developing future mobility leaders. She has been teaching the three-level certification program for over 7 years. Additionally, she is an instructor of the 3-part webinar series' RELO 101 - An introduction to relocation and the in-person conference sessions offered annually at the CERC conferences throughout Canada.

Tricia has volunteered on numerous committees with CERC over the years and was also a member of the CERC Board of Directors for 7 years. She currently sits on the Steering Committee for the Subject Matter Expert Program and serves on the Education and Research Committees.

She is currently employed by SIRVA Canada as a Director of Global Account Management and holds the Senior Global Mobility Professional designation from the Canadian Employee Relocation Council (CERC). She also holds the Certified Relocation Professional and Global Mobility Specialist-Talent designations through the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council (WERC).

 

Karla Jensen

Karla Jensen brings over twenty years of innovative and diverse experience as a people leader and strategic business partner with a demonstrated history and proven track record of working in dynamic and fast-changing global environments.

Karla has worked in a variety of industries including information technology, high end retails, and financial services providing strong people transformation and human resources professional skills in employee relations, talent management, employee engagement, policies, and coaching. Karla is passionate about relocations and international assignments since they have always been a part of her overall responsibilities throughout her career, continuously growing, learning, and developing in this key area of the business, and having created to now overseeing globally policies.

As an experienced people professional and global mobility expert, Karla enjoys meeting new people who are also passionate about the people and the importance of successful policy development and oversight.

Student Testimonial

The following testimonials are provided by CERC

Dedra John-Henry, CGMP ^TM
Assignment Manager People Mobility, Accenture Inc.

"The program has allowed me to complete my role in a more efficient way. I am more equipped to deal with the movement of employees from one location to the other. I would recommend the program to anyone because the knowledge you receive is very valuable to the industry we work in."

 

Mirela Marin, CERP ^TM
Zynga Inc.

"I thought it [the program] was critical in terms of my growth and my personal development, as well as just understanding the industry."

To gain further insight into the program, view Mirela's video here.

 

Elizabeth Navia, CGMP ^TM
Canadian Insurance Company

"I highly recommend this program to others. It is a great foundation for people new to our industry and supplements what seasoned professionals already know."

To gain further insight into the program, view Elizabeth's video here.

 

Sara Rocha, CRP, GMS-T, CERP ^TM
Account Manager Lead, Runzheimer

"I would highly recommend this course to anyone who works in the relocation industry... whether as a newbie or a veteran...this course provides the detail and substance that is needed for success in the industry! I told one of my colleagues that after the course I felt like I could run any relocation department!"

 

Ann Stafford, CERP ^TM, CGMP ^TM
Regional Vice President, Weichert Workforce Mobility Canada ULC

"After completing the CGMP ^TM program, you walk away not only more knowledgeable about mobility, but also general policy development and administration methodology."

Program Contacts

Lisa Ballantyne
Academic Program Manager
lisa.ballantyne@senecapolytechnic.ca
437-312-0065

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