Course Description

Human resources (HR) professionals work in partnership with business managers to take care of the company’s largest asset – its employees. To help a business run, HR staff provide advice to department supervisors on a range of employee relations issues, design and deliver a range of programs and services focused on individual and team needs, and create company policies that support and promote a workplace culture based on fairness, equity and personal growth. As a successful graduate of this program you will qualify for approved credit towards the academic component of the Certified Human Resources Professionals (CHRP) designation granted by the Human Resources Professionals Association of Ontario (HRPAO). Students who receive and average grade of 70% in these courses and maintain a minimum grade of 65% in each course meet the coursework requirements to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exams – a significant step towards becoming a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP). You will acquire skills in the effective use of industry-standard software and learn from professors who are connected to the industry. As a student, you will have the opportunity to interact directly with industry professionals and to participate in hands-on learning opportunities such as case competitions and either a field placement or co-operative education (co-op) experience. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program are required to purchase their own laptop. Human resources (HR) professionals serve as strategic partners in today’s business environment. They work closely with management colleagues at all levels of a company on a variety of project-based and proactive initiatives. Many roles are performed by HR professionals including the following: Advocating on a variety of staff issues Developing and implementing company policies, procedures, programs and services Giving advice and counsel to corporate executives, line managers and employees This program will develop your skills, knowledge and abilities in the following areas: Compensation management and performance appraisals Employee and labour relations HR planning and training and development Managerial accounting Occupational health and safety Recruitment and selection Career options: Compensation and benefits coordinator Coordinator of volunteer resources Executive search associate Human resources assistant or generalist Occupational health and safety associate Payroll administrator Recruiter and staffing coordinator Training coordinator Labour relations administrator

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