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Bachelor of Commerce ‒ Human Resources Management |
The Business School |
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Campus:
Lakeshore
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Program Code:
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Length: Eight semesters, beginning in September, plus one paid work term. |
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Melissa Napier-Andrews, enrolment services officer | 416.675.6622 ext. 3214 | melissa.napier-andrews@humber.ca
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Our HR degree program focuses on applied professional HR practices and solutions. You have the first two years of the program in which to take business-related courses, and the next two years to complete your HR specialization. Courses in the first two years of study are not what distinguish your degree – they are what define it. This is a business degree, built on the platform of a solid business education – marketing, accounting, economics and law. In years three and four, you will work toward your HR specialization. This approach to HR education will give you the opportunity to gain practical skills through applied projects, such as developing a business plan for the start-up of a new HR department. You will have the opportunity to develop processes from the idea stage through to execution. You will learn from experienced faculty and a network of industry professionals.
The demand for qualified Human Resources (HR) professionals is ongoing and our Human Resources Management degree targets that need. Since the HR business function is not industry-specific, needs exist in many organizations in diverse sectors including government, non-profit, manufacturing, hospitality, health care, financial services, and many other sectors. Look forward to a career as an HR training co-ordinator, recruiter, compensation analyst, health and safety specialist, labour relations representative, benefits administrator, or HR generalist.
The Human Resources Management degree program meets the most current standards and academic requirements set by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). Write the national exams, obtain your CHRP designation and become a Certified Human Resources Professional. The HRPA charges a fee to write the national exam for its CHRP designation.
For information regarding faculty credentials for this program, visit humber.ca/faculty.
One full semester of paid work in the summer between semesters six and seven will give you the hands-on experience that is highly valued by employers.
Note: For further information, refer to the Selection Procedures section in this publication.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Applicants who do not meet the above admission requirements should consider applying for Humber's Business Administration advanced diploma program, Business Management diploma program or Business – Marketing diploma program.
Graduates of the Business Administration advanced diploma program with an overall GPA of 70 per cent or more will be considered for admission to Humber’s Bachelor of Commerce degree program. Graduates may then complete the degree program with the equivalent of four semesters of full-time study plus a paid work term. Graduates must also possess ENG4U, Humber’s COMM 200 or COMM 300 with a grade of 70 per cent or more, plus any Grade 12 U level Mathematics or Humber’s BMAT 220 and BSTA 300 with an average grade of 70 per cent or more.
Graduates of the Business Management diploma program and Business – Marketing diploma program with an overall GPA of 75 per cent or more will be considered for admission to Humber’s Bachelor of Commerce degree program. Graduates may then complete the degree program with the equivalent of six semesters of full-time study plus a paid work term. Graduates must also possess ENG4U, Humber’s COMM 200 or COMM 300 with a grade of 70 per cent or more, plus any Grade 12 U level Mathematics or Humber’s BMAT 220 and BSTA 300 with an average grade of 70 per cent or more.
Mature students (applicants 21 years of age or over) and/or transfer students (applicants with postsecondary education) should refer to the Mature and Transfer Student Admissions Regulations in this publication for admission criteria.
Humber has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree for a seven-year term starting February 19, 2007. In conformity with the Minister’s criteria and requirements, Humber will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. Humber will ensure that all students admitted to this program will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame. Visit humber.ca for further updates.
Upon completion of the first two years of a Humber Bachelor of Commerce degree, students may transfer to one of the following areas instead of Human Resources Management: e-Business Marketing, Fashion Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management or International Business.
Qualified graduates of this program may be eligible to apply their academic credits toward further study at many postsecondary institutions. For detailed information, visit our website at humber.ca/transferguide.
The 2012/2013 fee for two semesters is
- domestic $6,666.34
- international $12,800.
Amounts listed are the total of tuition, lab and material fees, student service and auxiliary fees for the first two semesters of the 2012/2013 academic year.
Fees are subject to change.
For more information visit Fees and Financial Assistance.
For information regarding fees for work terms, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance in this publication.
Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement.
See the following chart for details. Some of the scholarships are renewable each year if you maintain an average of 80 per cent or more.
Degree Academic Average Scholarship
| 95%+ | $4,000 renewable |
| 90 - 94.9% | $3,500 renewable |
| 85 - 89.9% | $3,000 renewable |
| 80 - 84.9% | $2,000 renewable |
| 75 - 79.9% | $1,500 one time |
Tuition Bursaries
Humber offers tuition bursaries based on demondstrated financial need. Bursary information is available online at srs.humber.ca Make sure to apply early because bursaries funds may run out before the deadline dates. Deadline to apply: June 29, 2012 for programs starting September 2012.
Entrance Scholarships
Many of Humber's scholarships are based on grades and volunteer work experience. Scholarship details and application information can be found at humber.ca/admissions/scholarships.
OSAP
Find out if you qualify for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Visit osap.gov.on.ca.
On-campus Jobs
Earn while you learn! Students may apply to more than 900 on-campus jobs each school year. Competitive wages and flexible schedules are some of the perks of this program. Check out on-campus job listings at careers.humber.ca/workstudy.
Semester 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| ACT. 103 | Introductory AccountingIntroductory AccountingCourse Code: ACT. 103 Credits: 3 Accounting systems are the universal language for business worldwide. This introductory course covers the complete accounting cycle, from the recording of transactions in journals to the preparation of common types of financial statements used by businesses in Canada. Students examine how to record and summarize transactions into financial statements used by businesses to manage operations. Students also consider the impact of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). | 3 |
| ECN. 102 | MicroeconomicsMicroeconomicsCourse Code: ECN. 102 Credits: 3 Students are introduced to the concepts of microeconomics: the ideas of how society and individuals use limited resources to meet their needs. They develop an understanding of current events in the context of microeconomic theories including supply, demand, prices, incomes, markets, competition and market structures. Students examine the concepts of market failure and market power and the need for government intervention to achieve social and political goals. | 3 |
| LASE 000 | Liberal Arts Breadth ElectiveLiberal Arts Breadth ElectiveCourse Code: LASE 000 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology HIST 202 Prohibition: The History of "Bad" Behaviour HUMA 202 Religions of the World HUMA 203 Music, Meaning and Values HUMA 300 Religion in Society POLS 204 Democracy and Dictatorship POLS 205 International Relations PSYC 205 Human Sexuality SOCI 300 Race, Gender and the Digital Age SOCI 301 Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| LAW. 104 | Business LawBusiness LawCourse Code: LAW. 104 Credits: 3 Students are introduced to the complex legal system in which businesses and consumers operate. The Canadian Constitution, as well as statutory and common law concerning business and consumer transactions are covered. Students receive an introduction to the laws of contracts and torts that form the basis of business relationships. Topics include sale of goods and consumer protection legislation, debtor-creditor relations, competition law, employment law, manufacturer?s product liability and intellectual property rights. | 3 |
| MKT. 101 | MarketingMarketingCourse Code: MKT. 101 Credits: 3 This foundation course provides an overview of all aspects of marketing as practiced by Canadian organizations today, both domestically and internationally. Students examine product, price, promotion and distribution frameworks as separate and integrated subsets of the marketing mix. These are explored as strategies to satisfy consumer wants and needs and to achieve organizational objectives. The course focuses on developing competencies in understanding the business environment and applying the tools and techniques of marketing research and analysis to develop effective marketing strategies. Legal, social, cultural and other elements of the marketing environment are considered in cases requiring research of current materials and practical application of case studies. | 3 |
Semester 2 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| BUS. 152 | Business Information SystemsBusiness Information SystemsCourse Code: BUS. 152 Credits: 3 This course provides students with an overview of information technology and its use in the achievement of organizational goals and strategic objectives. Students examine the role of information technology in managing operations, achieving a competitive advantage, and on organizational structure and employees. They also study the dynamics of information technology systems specific to various industry sectors. | 3 |
| BUS. 154 | Business PresentationsBusiness PresentationsCourse Code: BUS. 154 Credits: 3 Effectively presenting oneself is essential in contemporary business where people must negotiate in increasingly complex and diverse workplaces. Students explore and practice methods of creating clear written, oral and interpersonal communication for proposals and presentations in business. They study communication theories, types of communication, and methods and vehicles that have an impact on their performance. Students enhance their ability to organize information based on purpose and audience, express ideas clearly, precisely and effectively, and use up-to-date technology for presentations. | 3 |
| ECN. 153 | MacroeconomicsMacroeconomicsCourse Code: ECN. 153 Credits: 3 Students examine the operation of the Canadian economy as a whole. The course provides the theoretical constructs for understanding aggregate Canadian production, spending, saving, unemployment, and trade. Students examine how governments conduct monetary and fiscal policies to stabilize the economy and achieve economic goals. They also consider interest rates, inflation, the exchange rate of the Canadian dollar, growth, and the open economy. | 3 |
| MGT. 151 | Organizational BehaviourOrganizational BehaviourCourse Code: MGT. 151 Credits: 3 This introductory course provides an opportunity for students to examine individual and group behaviour in the workplace and the implications for effective management and leadership of people. Students will consider individual work behaviours based on values and attitudes, as well as social behaviours and organizational processes. The course provides an opportunity to view the total organization from a structural and organizational change perspective. Students will be challenged to enrich their own individual careers through application of organizational behaviour theory and behavioural skills. | 3 |
| STAT 102 | Statistics for BusinessStatistics for BusinessCourse Code: STAT 102 Credits: 3 This is an introductory course in statistics for business students. Emphasis is on the application of statistical methods in three business areas: human resources, international business, and fashion management. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, chi-squared tests and analysis of variance. | 3 |
Semester 5 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| EMP. 005 | Business Career Development*Business Career Development*Course Code: EMP. 005 Credits: In this course students develop the skills and techniques necessary for successfully pursuing job opportunities and career advancement in their chosen field. Students also acquire research skills to assess the employment marketplace, gain insight into the preparation of effective resum?s, and hone their job interview skills. The course features informational interviews and stresses the importance of networking and promotional opportunities. Students develop the requisite approach to effectively articulate how their skills will meet the needs of potential employers. | |
| HRM. 302 | Recruitment and SelectionRecruitment and SelectionCourse Code: HRM. 302 Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required by a human resources practitioner to attract, select and, retain an effective workforce that will allow an organization to achieve its goals. It provides an up-to-date review of the current issues and methodologies that are used for recruiting and selection. The field of staffing has become more quantitative and subject to both federal and provincial human rights legislation so the course will examine the impact of legislation and court rulings on recruitment and selection. Students will be provided with opportunities to explore both the objective and subjective nature of interviews, to evaluate interviewing techniques (behavioural and situational), and to practice interviewing approaches. | 3 |
| HRM. 303 | CompensationCompensationCourse Code: HRM. 303 Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide a systematic framework for identifying, designing, and ultimately managing a value-added organizational compensation system. Students will examine the formulation of a reward and compensation strategy. They will be provided with opportunities to investigate methods for determining compensation approaches and values. Topics include: designing performance and indirect pay; and implementing, managing, evaluating, and adapting the organization compensation system. The focus will be on applying compensation strategies. | 3 |
| HRM. 304 | Training and DevelopmentTraining and DevelopmentCourse Code: HRM. 304 Credits: 3 In this course, students examine the process of defining, designing and delivering training and development within the larger human resource area. They develop an understanding of the components of training and development; assessment of need, design and delivery of training activities; assessment of those activities; and marketing training and development to the larger organization. Emphasis within this course is placed on the critical value training and development provides in advancing the strategy and efficiency of the organization. | 3 |
| LASE 000 | Liberal Arts Breadth ElectiveLiberal Arts Breadth ElectiveCourse Code: LASE 000 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology HIST 202 Prohibition: The History of "Bad" Behaviour HUMA 202 Religions of the World HUMA 203 Music, Meaning and Values HUMA 300 Religion in Society POLS 204 Democracy and Dictatorship POLS 205 International Relations PSYC 205 Human Sexuality SOCI 300 Race, Gender and the Digital Age SOCI 301 Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| LAW. 301 | Employment LawEmployment LawCourse Code: LAW. 301 Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide the human resource professional with insight into the laws affecting employment in Canada, with a focus on Ontario. Students will review both the common law and statutory requirements as they relate to the employment relationship. The topics for examination include key employment statutes: employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, equity, and privacy. Common law topics include the rules governing creation and interpretation of the employment contract, as well as the law of wrongful dismissal. Students will become familiar with the legal issues relating to the employer-employee relationship and how both the common law and employment legislation impact on human resources management. | 3 |
Semester 7 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| HRM. 402 | Pension and Benefit PlansPension and Benefit PlansCourse Code: HRM. 402 Credits: 3 Employee benefits constitute an indirect form of compensation that is intended to improve the quality of work life for employees. Pensions may be seen as deferred income that employees accumulate during their working lives. This course provides insight into the characteristics, features, and role of employee pension and benefit plans. The student is provided with a comprehensive overview of the most common employer and government provided insurance, disability and pension plans that are found in Canadian organizations. The course examines such topics as group insurance, government benefit plans, health-care benefits and elements of pension plans. | 3 |
| HRM. 403 | HR Research MethodsHR Research MethodsCourse Code: HRM. 403 Credits: 3 This course presents methods for developing and conducting research and measuring and evaluating human resources practices. It provides knowledge into the background, methods and reasons for conducting research and offers practice in designing and conducting research and drawing inference from the results. Human resource professionals need to be competent in research methods, research management, research analysis, and reporting research findings. Competence is developed in a variety of research skills including survey design, measurement, sampling, and statistical techniques. | 3 |
| HRM. 404 | Performance ManagementPerformance ManagementCourse Code: HRM. 404 Credits: 3 Performance management is a strategic, interactive and on-going process designed to contribute to organizational success and create a work environment in which people are enabled to perform to the best of their abilities. It integrates organizational, departmental and individual goals with performance standards and provides a framework in which managers can support their team members. This course will explore the various elements of the employee performance management process including performance planning, performance facilitation, performance assessment, and performance improvement. Students will also review how performance management is linked to other human resources (HR) functions, examine the issues involved in implementing and evaluating a performance management process and explore HR?s role in supporting individuals and departments in making the process work effectively. | 3 |
| LASE 000 | Liberal Arts Breadth ElectiveLiberal Arts Breadth ElectiveCourse Code: LASE 000 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology HIST 202 Prohibition: The History of "Bad" Behaviour HUMA 202 Religions of the World HUMA 203 Music, Meaning and Values HUMA 300 Religion in Society POLS 204 Democracy and Dictatorship POLS 205 International Relations PSYC 205 Human Sexuality SOCI 300 Race, Gender and the Digital Age SOCI 301 Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MGT. 401 | Project ManagementProject ManagementCourse Code: MGT. 401 Credits: 3 This course is designed to give students a practical and in-depth understanding of project management tools and techniques, as they apply to both organizational strategy and behaviour.
Students will be exposed to a wide range of project management topics such as project development and life cycle, organization to project alignment, project charter, team dynamics, and project manager leadership skills. Students will also be exposed to professionally recognized standards of project management such as those promoted by the Project Management Institute (PMI) through the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Through a clear understanding of project management methodology and established techniques for exercising control over time, cost, resources, and quality, students will be prepared to meet the wide range of challenges encountered in achieving project objectives. Project Management software is employed. | 3 |
Semester 8 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| HRM. 452 | International HR ManagementInternational HR ManagementCourse Code: HRM. 452 Credits: 3 In order to maximize performance, establish competitive advantage, or expand into foreign markets, Canadian companies are becoming more global in their outlook and practices. An important element in the success of these companies is the effective management of human resources at home and abroad. This course in international human resources management will allow students specializing in human resources (HR) management to understand the importance of international business and to efficiently manage the recruitment, development and compensation of expatriate managers and locally engaged international employees. Cultural differences and the strong influence of diversity will be addressed in terms of performance management, employee relations, and social responsibility, particularly with regard to foreign country operations. Key issues in international human resources management will be studied, supported by examples from a wide selection of companies, joint ventures or multinational corporations present in Asia, Latin America, Africa, Europe and North America. | 3 |
| HRM. 453 | Applied HR PoliciesApplied HR PoliciesCourse Code: HRM. 453 Credits: 3 This course is designed to give students hands-on experience in dealing with a wide range of human resources issues in many different work environments. Students will research and develop strategies, policies and procedures essential to effective human resources (HR) management. Knowledge of several specific functional areas will enable students to link and integrate common strategies within a particular workplace, based on their research of best practices. Particular emphasis will be placed on the importance of diversity as a consideration within several policy areas.
This course also includes a semester-long, computer-based HR Management simulation exercise. By simulating the ongoing activities and decisions required within an HR department, this team exercise gives students the opportunity to apply and integrate the material learned in this course and throughout the program to a dynamic real-life situation. Each quarter students make decisions related to such HR issues as recruitment, training, compensation, and diversity, all within practical budgetary constraints. | 3 |
| HRM. 454 | HR Business ProjectHR Business ProjectCourse Code: HRM. 454 Credits: 3 In this capstone course, students will apply the business and human resources knowledge and skills developed throughout the entire degree program to develop a comprehensive and detailed business plan for the start-up of a human resources (HR) department where no formal centralized HR function exists in the company. Students will be expected to analyze the requirements drawing on their knowledge of the organization and its operations as well as on their analysis of relevant and current theory and research, present their solutions and argue in favour of the recommended option. The plan and accompanying rationale should reflect a clear purpose, thorough research, thoughtful analysis, logically sequenced arguments and a well-justified recommendation. As part of the business plan, student groups will make a formal presentation to the company chief executive officer (CEO). | 3 |
| LASE 000 | Liberal Arts Breadth ElectiveLiberal Arts Breadth ElectiveCourse Code: LASE 000 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology HIST 202 Prohibition: The History of "Bad" Behaviour HUMA 202 Religions of the World HUMA 203 Music, Meaning and Values HUMA 300 Religion in Society POLS 204 Democracy and Dictatorship POLS 205 International Relations PSYC 205 Human Sexuality SOCI 300 Race, Gender and the Digital Age SOCI 301 Social Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MGT. 451 | Strategic ManagementStrategic ManagementCourse Code: MGT. 451 Credits: 3 Success in the increasingly competitive landscape faced by organizations today demands the formulation and implementation of effective strategies. In this course, students will develop the ability to discuss and apply strategic management concepts and tools to various Canadian and international organizations in a variety of contexts. They will have the opportunity to examine management issues as presented in the many case studies included to provide a rich set of learning experiences. Topics include: strategic management inputs, actions requiring strategy formulation, and strategy implementation. While focusing on strategic management, the course will also examine the dynamics of change as a means of responding to the fluid environments in which organizations function. | 3 |
*Note: A one-hour non-credit course, Business Career Development, is delivered in Semester 5 to support students in obtaining a work placement.
Humber has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree for a seven-year term starting February 19, 2007. In conformity with the Minister’s criteria and requirements, Humber will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. Humber will ensure that all students admitted to this program will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
Visit humber.ca for further updates.
