Human Resource Management

The human resource management (HRM) option provides you with comprehensive knowledge of how to manage individuals and teams for organizational success. From recruiting and selecting employees, to compensating, training and retaining them, you will learn how to ensure that both human effectiveness and well-being are maximized.
The Honours BCom (option in Human Resource Management) is available in CO-OP and French immersion.
Sample Courses
Staffing Organizations, Industrial Relations, Compensation administration, International Training and Development for Sustainability, Occupational Health and Safety, Strategic Human Resource Planning
Student Activities
The Telfer School’s Human Resources Association’s mission includes increasing awareness of the HR field, holding speaker events on timely HR topics which establish relationships between the student body and the HR business community, and generating further opportunities through fundraising, scholarships, and other networking events.
Professional Designations
HRM students can choose specific courses to fulfill the academic requirements of the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
Career Examples
HR Generalist positions (e.g., HR Manager, HR Consultant) and HR specialist positions (e.g. , Employment Equity Specialist, Corporate Recruiter, Corporate Learning Officer, Labour and Employee Relations Specialist)