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PhD in Human Resource Management

The SHRM PhD program is designed to provide our graduates with the necessary training to become successful researchers and educators at any major educational institution around the world. Our full-time PhD program in HRM is distinguished by its diverse methodological approaches to research and emphasis on pedagogical training. Graduates of our program will acquire sophisticated skills in academic scholarship, and possess the competencies required to teach at the post-secondary level.

Why join the PhD program at the School of HRM?

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Impactful.  The PhD program in the Human Resource Management at the School of HRM is designed to prepare future academics who wish to conduct impactful research and teach at major research-oriented institutions. Our students are exposed to major theories, research methods, and work-related and organizational literature.

Engaging.  You will study in a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment designed for those wishing to develop the skills necessary for a successful academic career.

Customized.  As a PhD student you will work closely with faculty who share your research interests, are working on similar areas of research, or can provide a new perspective. Our diverse faculty members in HRM are well known for their research and scholarly insights on a wide range of topics.

Life in the PhD program:

• Study in small classes (seminars) and form close working relationships with other students and faculty
• Engage in rigorous scholarly training to develop high-quality research skills
• Experience leading-edge research training
• Participate at academic conferences that provide opportunities for doctoral students to share ideas and to network
• Receive the academic guidance necessary to successfully complete the program in a timely manner.

Our Graduates

In an increasingly complex global economy, our PhD graduates are ideally equipped to think through the challenges of people management and contemporary business. Our PhD graduates are an extremely diverse group of scholars from many cultures and backgrounds, and are sought after by universities, government, and industry worldwide. 86% of our graduates in the last 3 years obtained reputable tenure track academic positions in Canada, the United States, and Europe.

The Graduate Program in Human Resource Management at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. Contact our Graduate Program Assistant to learn more.

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Our strength: our program.

The PhD Program in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management at the Rotman School is designed to train scholars who wish to conduct high-level theoretical and empirical research and teach at major research institutions. Our students are exposed to state-of-the-art theories, research methods, and literature from the behavioural and organizational sciences.

Strengths of the Program

The PhD Program in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource (OB & HR) Management at the Rotman School is designed to produce scholars who wish to conduct high-level theoretical and empirical research and teach at major research institutions. Our students are exposed to state-of-the-art thinking, theories, research methods and literature from the behavioural and organizational sciences.

Admission to the Program

Admission to the PhD program, OBHRM is highly competitive. Successful applicants demonstrate their excellence through relevant research experience, strong letters from their advisors and professors, outstanding undergraduate grades, and top scores on the GMAT/GRE exam.

PhD Courses

PhD courses in the Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management stream include training in theory, methods and specialized seminars. Find out why OBHRM is a core strength of the Rotman School's doctoral program.

Program Structure and Requirements

The PhD in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management is a strenuous academic program, providing effective training for a successful career of research and scholarship. Our doctoral program includes required courses, a research project, comprehensive examinations and a final dissertation. Find out more about what makes the OBHRM area a core strength of the Rotman School.

Current PhD Students

Meet Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management's current PhD students. They are a key strength of the Rotman PhD program, and a reason why Rotman ranks in the top 10 for its doctoral program, and for faculty and research.

Meet the Rotman Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management faculty.

Faculty by Research Focus

As a PhD student you will work closely with faculty that share your research interests, are working on similar areas, or can provide a new perspective. The faculty members in the Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management are well known for their research and scholarly insights on a wide range of topics. Read to learn more about what our faculty members are currently working on.

Where are They Now?

The Rotman School is ranked in the top 10 in the world for its PhD program, and one of the key reasons is the quality of our students. Graduates from the Rotman PhD program in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management have gone on to work and research at some of the world's best business schools. Take a few moments to learn what our graduates since 2001 have accomplished.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Organizational Behaviour (PhD)

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The emphasis of the PhD Program in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources (OBHR) is on developing research-oriented academics who study problems related to organizations, including the effects of management practices on people, between people within organizational settings, and between organizations themselves. The Program is not intended for the development of consultants or managers.

For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website

What makes the program unique?

OBHR Division professors are internationally recognized scholars who represent an array of academic disciplines, including sociology, psychology, industrial relations, organizational behaviour and human resource management. Examples of their research interests include entrepreneurship, organizational knowledge and learning, social networks, family business, territoriality, trust, customer sabotage, power and status, gender and diversity, harassment, and ostracism.

OBHR faculty members have won numerous awards for research and for innovations in teaching and pedagogy, traditionally maintaining among the highest teaching ratings in the Sauder School of Business. The norms and culture of the OBHR Division are characterized by highly collaborative and collegial relationships.

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Program enquiries, admission information & requirements, 1) check eligibility, minimum academic requirements.

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

• Canada or the United States
• International countries other than the United States

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement : 100

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement : 7.0

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE or a comparable test is required. Please check the program website.

2) Meet Deadlines

3) prepare application, transcripts.

All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.

Letters of Reference

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.

Statement of Interest

Many programs require a statement of interest , sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Supervision

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their thesis supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Instructions regarding thesis supervisor contact for Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Organizational Behaviour (PhD)

Citizenship verification.

Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

4) Apply Online

All applicants must complete an online application form and pay the application fee to be considered for admission to UBC.

Tuition & Financial Support

Financial support.

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options, including merit-based (i.e. based on your academic performance) and need-based (i.e. based on your financial situation) opportunities.

Program Funding Packages

We provide a financial package that includes tuition plus $30,000 per year for the first five years of the PhD Program.

Average Funding

• 3 students received Teaching Assistantships. Average TA funding based on 3 students was $4,011.
• 3 students received Research Assistantships. Average RA funding based on 3 students was $25,668.
• 3 students received internal awards. Average internal award funding based on 3 students was $11,847.

Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)

All applicants are encouraged to review the awards listing to identify potential opportunities to fund their graduate education. The database lists merit-based scholarships and awards and allows for filtering by various criteria, such as domestic vs. international or degree level.

Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA)

Many professors are able to provide Research Assistantships (GRA) from their research grants to support full-time graduate students studying under their supervision. The duties constitute part of the student's graduate degree requirements. A Graduate Research Assistantship is considered a form of fellowship for a period of graduate study and is therefore not covered by a collective agreement. Stipends vary widely, and are dependent on the field of study and the type of research grant from which the assistantship is being funded.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)

Graduate programs may have Teaching Assistantships available for registered full-time graduate students. Full teaching assistantships involve 12 hours work per week in preparation, lecturing, or laboratory instruction although many graduate programs offer partial TA appointments at less than 12 hours per week. Teaching assistantship rates are set by collective bargaining between the University and the Teaching Assistants' Union .

Graduate Academic Assistantships (GAA)

Academic Assistantships are employment opportunities to perform work that is relevant to the university or to an individual faculty member, but not to support the student’s graduate research and thesis. Wages are considered regular earnings and when paid monthly, include vacation pay.

Financial aid (need-based funding)

Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans .

All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.

Foreign government scholarships

Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.

Working while studying

The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.

International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 20 hours a week.

A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement .

Tax credits and RRSP withdrawals

Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.

Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.

Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.

Cost Estimator

Applicants have access to the cost estimator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.

Career Outcomes

102 students graduated between 2005 and 2013. Of these, career information was obtained for 100 alumni (based on research conducted between Feb-May 2016):

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Almost all of our students secure tenure stream academic positions at graduation.  This has included universities in Canada, United Kingdom, United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, China and Australia among others.

Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats

These statistics show data for the Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Organizational Behaviour (PhD). Data are separated for each degree program combination. You may view data for other degree options in the respective program profile.

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This list shows faculty members with full supervisory privileges who are affiliated with this program. It is not a comprehensive list of all potential supervisors as faculty from other programs or faculty members without full supervisory privileges can request approvals to supervise graduate students in this program.

• Berdahl, Jennifer (Ostracism, Harassment and Bullying, Gender and Diversity in Organizations, Power and Status in Groups, Harassment, Work-Family Interface)
• Clough, David (Economics and business administration; Organizational behavior; Entrepreneurship; Innovation management; Interorganizational networks; Organization theory; Organizational learning; Social Networks; Technological Innovations; Technological change)
• Daniels, Michael (Emotions in organizations; Emotional Labor; Workplace mistreatment; Leadership; Cultural values)
• Evans, Jonathan Blair (Industrial relations and work relations; Leader curiosity; Transparent use of influence tactics; Self deprecation and leadership perceptions; Active and passive forms of counterproductive behavior at work)
• Lee, Kevin (Industrial relations and work relations; Future of Work & Organizing; Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship; Social Inequality, Worth, & Evaluation; Lived Experience of Organizations & Institutions)
• Paluch, Rebecca (Non-Traditional Employment Relationships; Corporate Alumni Programs; Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations; Work-Life Practices and Policies; Human Resource Management)
• Raynard, Mia (Industrial relations and work relations; Management and trade; Organization theory; Understanding Processes of Change in Fields, Professions, and Organizations; Managing Change in Emerging Economies; Dynamics and Succession Processes in Family Enterprises; CSR and Sustainability)
• Reilly, Patrick
• Robinson, Sandra (Industrial relations and work relations)
• Sajjadiani, Sima (Economics and business administration; Organizational behavior; Compensation and Incentives; Employee Selection; Employee Turnover; HR Analytics; Human Resources; Incentives Design; Machine Learning Applications in HRM; Organizational Behaviour; Strategic HR)
• Schulz, Martin (Economics and business administration; Organizational behavior; Bureaucracies; Change and Persistence; decision making; Knowledge Relevance; Logics of Appropriateness and Consequences; Military Institutions; Obsolescence; Organizational Knowledge; Organizational learning; Organizational Routines; Organizational Rules; Rule Networks; Social Order)
• Seidel, Marc-David (Entrepreneurship; Organizational behavior; Sociology and social studies of science and technology; Discrimination and networks in the employment relationship; Distributed Trust Technologies; Early life factors role in later life workplace outcomes; Economic Systems; Impacts of New Information Technologies; Life Cycles ( Childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood, etc.); Media and Society; New Technology and Social Impacts; Organizational Theory; Social Networks; Social Organization and Political Systems; Social networks and organizational decision making; Social, Economical and Political Impacts of Innovations; Socio-Economic Conditions)
• van Jaarsveld, Danielle (call centre management practices; employer-employee relations, Call centre management practices, employer-employee relationship, employment policy, labour market analysis, public sector collective bargaining, work and employment relations)
• Yu, Lingtao (Economics and business administration; Organizational behavior; abusive supervision; Emotions; leadership and ethics; Management; mindfulness; workplace deviance)

Sample Thesis Submissions

• Reducing the harmful influence of workplace aggression : an integrative review, a meta-analysis, and an empirical study
• Identity on trial : occupational misfit and responses to felt public distrust
• Not all allies are created equal : a relational examination of allied relationships for women of color at work

Related Programs

Same academic unit.

• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Accounting (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Finance (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Management Information Systems (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Management Science (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Marketing and Behavioural Science (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Strategy and Business Economics (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Transportation and Logistics (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration in Urban Land Economics (PhD)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Business Analytics (MBAN)
• Master of Management (MM)
• Master of Science in Business Administration in Finance (MSCB)
• Master of Science in Business Administration in Management Information Systems (MSCB)
• Master of Science in Business Administration in Transportation and Logistics (MSCB)
• Professional Master of Business Administration (PMBA)

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Specialization.

Organizational Behavior and Human Resources focuses on many aspects of the employment relationship, including the culture of organizations, managing organizational change, the roles and skills of managers, the development of human resources, labour-management relations, and international human resource management.

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My primary motive to study at UBC was to work with my advisor, Dr Jennifer Berdahl, who is a pioneer in the field of diversity research in the workplace. I also wanted the opportunity to engage with global voices in the field of diversity, and I feel UBC provides me that platform.

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PhD in administration - Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources

Phd in administration — organizational behaviour and human resources.

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Are you planning on an academic career in the field of organizational behaviour or human resources management? Do your PhD in a milieu devoted to research and innovation, as part of a community of professors and researchers renowned for their excellence and drive.

Your PhD in short

• Offered by HEC Montréal jointly with Concordia and McGill universities and the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). This partnership gives you access to resources (faculty and courses) rarely available elsewhere in the world.
• Full-time program allowing you to complete your studies in four or five years.
• Tuition fees waived and competitive funding for the first four years of your studies.

For a career in academia

of the graduates from this doctoral program hold positions as professors at Canadian universities.

“My supervisor gave me the opportunity to develop my research abilities in an autonomy-supportive environment. Thanks to my PhD, not only did I land my dream job, I hit the ground running.” Alexandra Panaccio, PhD. Associate Professor, John Molson School of Business, Concordia University, Montreal

Among the best

Students in this specialization publish their research findings in top-tier journals, including:

• European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology
• European Review of Applied Psychology / Revue européenne de psychologie appliquée
• Human Relations
• Journal of Management
• Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology
• Revue @GRH 
• The Leadership Quarterly

“My doctoral studies gave me the chance to develop my teaching and research skills. They also gave me a chance to build a network as I collaborated on a number of paper ideas with different professors.” Chloé Fortin-Bergeron, Professor, Department of Human Resources Management, UQTR

Varied research interests

• Absenteeism and employee turnover
• Change management
• Globalization and labour
• Innovative HRM practices
• Labour relations and unionism
• Leadership and wellbeing at work
• Motivation and organizational commitment
• Strategic HR management
• Talent management
• Team management and efficiency
• Work performance

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World-class research

HEC Montréal offers doctoral students in this specialization an exceptional scientific milieu, including three chairs and two research professorships. Researchers in this specialization work closely with several research groups and knowledge transfer hubs.

• Chair in the Management of Employee Commitment and Performance , directed by Professor Christian Vandenberghe
• Chair in the Mobilization of Individuals, Groups and Organizations
• Research Chair in Work Team Management and Effectiveness , directed by Professor Caroline Aubé

Research professorships

• Research professorship in labour relations and institutional innovations: Professor Christian Lévesque
• Research professorship in health and work climate: Professor Denis Chênevert
• Research professorship in entrepreneurial learning: Professor Jean-François Harvey

Research groups and knowledge transfer hubs

• Interuniversity Research Centre on Globalization and Work (CRIMT)
• Pôle santé HEC Montréal (Healthcare management hub)
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Industrial relations and human resources, program overview.

The Master of Industrial Relations and Human Resources (MIRHR) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs benefit students who are interested in advanced academic study leading to career opportunities in human resources management; labour management relations; collective bargaining and dispute resolution; organization development and change; and labour market and social policy. The MIRHR degree may be taken on a full-time or part-time basis.

The MIRHR is a professional degree program designed to train students in the latest innovations and best practices within industrial relations and human resources management. The degree provides specialized study of the employment relationship using an interdisciplinary approach.

The PhD program is a research-oriented program of study designed to provide students with a thorough knowledge of the field and strong research skills. Offered only on a full-time basis, students normally fulfil a two-year residency requirement that enables their full participation in the activities associated with the program.

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Master of industrial relations and human resources, program description.

The Master of Industrial Relations and Human Resources (MIRHR) degree program benefits students who are interested in advanced academic study leading to career opportunities in human resources management, labour-management relations, collective bargaining and dispute resolution, organization development and change, and labour market and social policy.

The MIRHR is a professional degree program designed to train students in the latest innovations and best practices within industrial relations and human resources management. The program uses an interdisciplinary approach to provide specialized study of the employment relationship.

The MIRHR offers two program options:

The two-year MIRHR option allows qualified students to complete the degree program in two years (16 non-consecutive months) of full-time study.

The advanced-standing MIRHR option enables qualified students to complete the MIRHR in one year (12 consecutive months) of full-time study.

Both options may be taken on a part-time basis.

MIRHR Program (Two-Year)

Minimum admission requirements.

Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the CIRHR additional admission requirements stated below.

Applicants to the two-year MIRHR program require an appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university. A minimum grade average of B+ in each of the final two years of the degree is required.

Applicants may submit results from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). Although these tests are not required and there is no minimum score requirement, this information is helpful to the admissions committee. Test results more than five years old are normally not considered.

Applicants whose primary language is not English and who graduated from a university where the language of instruction and examination was not English must write the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores are acceptable:

paper-based TOEFL exam: 600 and 5 on the Test of Written English (TWE)

Internet-based TOEFL exam: 100/120 and 22/30 on the writing and speaking sections

IELTS exam: overall score of 7.0 (Academic), with at least 6.5 for each component.

Since space in the program is limited, all applicants who meet the minimum admission requirements cannot be guaranteed admission. The CIRHR admissions committee reserves the right to select qualified applicants to the program. All admission decisions are final.

Program Requirements

Each student's program of courses must be approved by the Coordinator of Graduate Studies. If chosen courses appear to overlap to a large degree, approval may be denied.

Students must have a mid-B average overall to be recommended for the degree.

Failure in any course (that is, a grade of less than B–) will require a review of the student's program by the department.

A student who fails two or more courses is no longer in good academic standing and a recommendation for termination will be made to the School of Graduate Studies.

Year 1: Foundation Courses

Year 1 is spent acquiring a foundation in industrial relations and human resources and includes courses in economics, human resources management, law, quantitative methods, and organizational behaviour.

Students must take 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) , of which 3.5 are required courses, as follows:

IRE1002H Applied Statistics in Industrial Relations

IRE1010H Economic Foundations of Industrial Relations and Human Resources

IRE1126H Economics of Labour and Human Resources

IRE1362H Organizational Behaviour

IRE1609H Strategic Human Resources Management

IRE1610H Industrial Relations

plus one of the following law courses:

IRE1270H Law of Labour Relations

IRE1338H Law in the Workplace .

0.5 FCE is an elective course that is chosen from the list below to fill the requisite 4.0 FCEs in Year 1 of the program.

Students in the MIRHR program are required to achieve a mid-B average in Year 1 of the program (or in the first 4.0 FCEs) in order to continue or to pass into Year 2.

Year 2: Core Courses

Students must take 4.0 FCEs to complete Year 2. This includes core courses in Industrial Relations and Human Resources (1.5 FCEs):

IRE2001H Foundations and Current Issues in Industrial Relations and Human Resources

IRE2002H Research Methods for Industrial Relations and Human Resources

plus one of the following courses:

IRE2003H Research Project in Industrial Relations and Human Resources

IRE2004H Data Analytics and Metrics in Industrial Relations and Human Resources .

2.5 FCEs are elective courses that are chosen from the list below to fill the requisite 4.0 FCEs in Year 2 of the program.

Program Length

6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: F/W/S/F/W/S)

3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

MIRHR Program (Advanced-Standing Option: 12-Month)

Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources additional admission requirements stated below.

Applicants to the 12-month MIRHR advanced-standing option require an appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university and significant academic training (normally 2.0 full-course equivalents [FCEs] at the senior undergraduate level), employment relations, human resources, industrial relations, labour studies, or labour economics. If the admissions committee determines that an applicant does not have sufficient academic training to qualify for advanced standing, the student will be considered for the two-year MIRHR degree. A minimum grade average of B+ in each of the final two years of the degree is required.

Students admitted into the 12-month MIRHR advanced-standing option will have completed many of the foundation courses in industrial relations and human resources.

Students will take both foundation and core courses simultaneously in the three sessions of study (September to August). During this time, students will also take elective courses to increase their breadth of knowledge or to focus on their areas of interest.

Students must take 5.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs) , of which 3.0 are required courses, as follows:

IRE2004H Data Analytics and Metrics in Industrial Relations and Human Resources

2.5 FCEs are elective courses that are chosen from the list below to fill the requisite 5.5 FCEs in the program.

Students in the MIRHR advanced-standing option are required to achieve a mid-B average in the first 2.5 FCEs of the program in order to continue.

3 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: F/W/S)

Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree program benefits students who are interested in advanced academic study leading to career opportunities in human resources management; labour-management relations; collective bargaining and dispute resolution; organization development and change; and labour market and social policy. The PhD program is a research-oriented program of study designed to provide students with a thorough knowledge of the field and strong research skills. Offered only on a full-time basis, students normally fulfil a two-year residency requirement that enables their full participation in the activities associated with the program.

Applicants may enter the PhD program via one of two routes: 1) following completion of an appropriate master’s degree or 2) direct entry following completion of a bachelor’s degree.

PhD Program

Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources' additional admission requirements stated below.

Applicants require a Master of Industrial Relations and Human Resources (MIRHR) degree from the University of Toronto, or its equivalent.

Students with a master's degree in another related social science discipline may be considered for admission to the PhD if they have exceptional academic standing and have demonstrated quantitative skills and research ability.

At least a B+ standing, or equivalent, is required in the previous master's program. Academic performance in courses relevant to the applicant's area of interest, as well as performance in statistics and research methods courses are taken into consideration by the admissions committee.

Applicants are required to submit a copy of their results from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Although there is no minimum score requirement, performance on the GRE will be taken into consideration by the admissions committee. Test results more than five years old are normally not considered.

Internet-based TOEFL exam: 100/120 and 22/30 on both the writing and speaking sections

Applicants may be required to appear for a personal interview and/or submit copies of recent academic work.

Normally, requirements in Years 1 and 2 consist of a core course in Industrial Relations and Human Resources, elective courses, and courses in research methods and statistics.

The core requirement in Industrial Relations and Human Resources is met by completing:

IRE3004H Special Topics in Employment and Industrial Relations .

The research and statistics requirements are met by completing:

IRE3002Y Research Seminar I

IRE3003H Research Seminar II

RSM3062H Methods and Research in Organizational Behaviour

1.0 FCE in statistics, chosen, with the approval of the PhD Coordinator, from selected offerings in other departments and Faculties.

In cases where a student's prior academic background may have covered any of the courses listed above, substitutions may be permitted with the approval of the PhD Coordinator.

1.0 FCE is chosen from the elective courses set out below or from selected offerings in other departments and Faculties.

A comprehensive examination is normally written by January 31 of Year 2. It is designed to encourage students to broaden their understanding of industrial relations and human resources, to demonstrate analytical and methodological abilities, and to address current policy issues. The examination is four to five hours in length and graded as Pass/Fail. It is normally set by four faculty members and students must answer one of two questions submitted by each of them.

A student who fails the first attempt at the exam will be permitted one more attempt. Failure of the second attempt will result in a recommendation for program termination.

Intensive work on the dissertation will also begin in Year 2 of the PhD program. The thesis topic and name of supervisor must be submitted no later than March 31 of Year 2.

Students who are in Years 3 and 4 must enrol in the following courses:

IRE3005H Workshop in Industrial Relations I (Credit/No Credit)

IRE3006H Workshop in Industrial Relations II (Credit/No Credit).

Students will have achieved candidacy upon successful completion of the program requirements above at the end of Year 3 of study.

Proficiency in French and/or other languages will be required when the student's supervisor deems it necessary for dissertation research or when CIRHR deems it necessary for the student's area of research.

Thesis and a Doctoral Final Oral Examination on the thesis.

The program is available only on a full-time basis and normally has a two-year residency requirement, during which time the student is required to participate fully in the department's activities associated with the program.

PhD Program (Direct-Entry)

Students who hold a bachelor's degree in industrial relations or human resources may be considered for admission to the PhD if they have exceptional academic standing and have demonstrated quantitative skills and research ability. Students will be required to complete additional courses.

Academic performance in courses relevant to the applicant's area of interest, as well as performance in statistics and research methods courses are taken into consideration by the admissions committee.

Students must take up to the equivalent of 8.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

4.0 FCEs chosen in consultation with the PhD Coordinator.

A comprehensive examination is normally written by January 31 of Year 2 in the program. It is designed to encourage students to broaden their understanding of industrial relations and human resources, to demonstrate analytical and methodological abilities, and to address current policy issues. The examination is four to five hours in length and graded as Pass/Fail. It is normally set by four faculty members and students must answer one of two questions submitted by each of them.

Students will have achieved candidacy upon successful completion of the program requirements above at the end of Year 4.

Human Resources Management

Online classes for this program are synchronous * and typically require this time commitment: Monday to Thursday: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EST and Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST

* Synchronous Learning Instructor and learners engage with the course content in a group setting together in real-time, but from different locations. The class time is set and can occur over a number of weeks. The instructor interacts with the group of learners by means of a video conferencing platform to lecture, hold discussions and breakout sessions, live stream audio, video and presentations. This format is also sometimes referred to as online live/virtual live. Learn more about Humber Online Options.

Online Full-Time Programs

Online full-time programs are offered as either Daytime, or a combination of Evenings and Saturdays. Check your program Dates and Times to see what the program commitment will be.

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Humber is proud to have the highest graduate employment and employer satisfaction rate of the GTA colleges based on Colleges Ontario’s key performance indicators for college graduates in 2022-2023.

Program Overview

Humber’s comprehensive Human Resources Management graduate certificate program covers all the key functions in this diverse field including employment law, labour relations, training and development, pension and benefits, occupational health and safety, compensation, performance management, recruitment and selection, and human resources planning. The expertise, knowledge and management skills you acquire can be applied to any organization. Humber’s faculty draw on their many years of hands-on human resources experience and expertise to successfully guide you through this program.

The first of its kind in Canada, our program is in high demand because it prepares you to work in all areas of human resources. Core concepts are studied in the classroom and applied in a field experience to help you gain a practical understanding of human resources.

You will gain the knowledge, skills and experience to become a highly marketable and effective human resources professional. Our program offers a comprehensive exploration of all the core components of the field including its power to influence key business decisions.

The online delivery offering of this program is not available to international students.

At Humber, courses are delivered in a variety of formats:

In-Person - An in-person course is delivered fully on campus.

Online Asynchronous (A) - An online asynchronous course has no fixed class schedule and allows students to engage with the course at different times according to their needs. Faculty provide modules, which are completed independently by the students according to established deadlines.

Online Synchronous (S) - An online synchronous course is delivered fully online and requires faculty and students to participate in real-time according to a fixed schedule. Classes are scheduled for a specific day and time.

Hybrid - A hybrid course is a combination of in-person and online classes and follows a set schedule. Students must be available to attend in-person classes at scheduled times during the semester.

The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program, by campus. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to select your preferred options when building your course schedule during open enrolment. Preferences for course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Some Humber programs are also delivered fully online, where all courses are delivered online.

International students: the impact of studying from outside of Canada on Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility differs significantly based on when you start your program. Please review the PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.

Field Experience

Work-integrated learning  .

Get hands-on experience in the industry with a 160-hour (minimum) field experience that will give you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the classroom. The field experience is completed full-time in the third semester.

Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) at Humber

Work-integrated learning.

Work-integrated learning opportunities prepare you for your future career. You will apply what you’ve learned in class and in real-world environments through a wide range of academic, community and industry partnerships. These work-integrated learning opportunities may include field experiences, professional practicums and co-operative education.

A field experience offers students an opportunity to engage in intensive experiences related to their field of study or career goals to build their skills, knowledge and abilities. Field experiences may be paid or unpaid.

Professional Practicum

Programs requiring a professional practicum offer practice-based experience or work hours for a professional license or certification. Students work under the direct supervision of an experienced professional. Placements are unpaid.

Co-operative Education

Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases.

Optional Co-operative Education

Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases. The co-op portion of this program is optional.

If you would like to learn more about work-integrated learning at Humber, visit WIL AT HUMBER

Humber Advantages

International Students can Stack and Stay Longer™ in Canada!

Double your employability with 2 times the education and experience! Apply now for your first Graduate Certificate and get the opportunity for early admittance* into a second program in the following year. Stack your education to potentially earn credits that will lessen your course load in year two, allowing you to work or spend more time immersing yourself in Canadian culture! Extend your stay and double your employability skills through two work terms across two business programs. The extra year of studies will give you qualifications for a potential 3-year postgraduate work permit.

Program Highlights

Humber's program is the longest running HR business graduate certificate program in Canada (established in 1988) and is well regarded by employers.

Your Career

People are organizations’ most important assets and a prime force in building, improving and sustaining organizational resilience. Changing demographics and other factors, including technology, are revolutionizing the industry and placing human resources professionals as strategic business partners when Canadian companies vie for a competitive edge. Human resources departments across all industries need trained human resources professionals who have business acumen and can help organizations to acquire talent, train, compensate, motivate and retain the best-fit employees. The choices available within human resources are extensive - your career will remain interesting and challenging for many years. The program equips you for roles such as

• benefits administrator
• compensation analyst
• health and safety officer/associate
• HR analyst/HRIS administrator
• HR generalist 
• human resources co-ordinator/administrator
• labour relations assistant
• project co-ordinator, diversity and inclusion
• talent acquisition associate/specialist
• training co-ordinator

Graduates have found employment with startups, small- to medium-sized enterprises and large organizations including Collage HR, Randstad, Rogers, Air Canada, Bell Canada, University Health Network (UHN), Loblaws, Ontario Government, Peel Regional Police, Home Depot, Deloitte, TJX, City of Toronto, City of Barrie, City of Mississauga, WSIB, CAMH, Fairmont Hotels, Hilton Mississauga, Mavencare, AEC Property Tax Inc, Scotiabank, TD Canada Trust, Royal Bank of Canada, CIBC, Hudson's Bay Company, Sick Kids Foundation, Rexall, Enersource, Toronto Hydro, OMD, Fidelity Investments, Fuze HR, SCI Logistics, Publicis Media, Blue Ant Media, Nestle Canada, KPMG Canada and Access Employment.

Professional Accreditations & Recognition

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)

The  Human Resources Professionals Association  (HRPA) recognizes the program as meeting the coursework requirements for the HRPA designations - Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), and Certified Human Resources Leader. Additional requirements may apply. Note: The additional credential(s) requirements are determined by the granting body, which is independent of the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.

Additional requirements may apply.

Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.

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Program Availability

International students can now apply to this program at Humber’s new International Graduate School (IGS) .

Humber is a publicly-funded institution and does not have a public-private partnership. International students graduating from Humber or Humber’s International Graduate School (IGS) are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit .

International Students in Canada who apply for September 2024 start could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*. Apply now

Please note the new International Admissions Process and Provincial Attestation Letters. Read the update

International Students Out of Canada can Apply through Humber International

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Program Delivery Types

Block-based: Students select a pre-set weekly schedule of courses that best meets their needs. Block-Based schedules may include in-person, hybrid and online courses.

Course-based: Students create their own schedule of courses from among in-person, hybrid and online options.

Condensed Week - Courses requiring students to come to campus are scheduled over 2-3 days per week. Online courses are scheduled on other days.

Online - Courses are scheduled only online and may be delivered asynchronously, where students study independently or synchronously, where students attend the online class on a specified time and day.

Twilight - In-person, online synchronous and hybrid courses are generally scheduled after 3:00pm.

Twilight-Online: Online synchronous courses are generally scheduled after 3:00 pm.

Networking and Advice Abound at Human Resources Management Alumni Panel Discussion

Tue, April 11, 2023

Fifteen esteemed alumni participated in the highly anticipated annual postgraduate Human Resources Management (HRM) Alumni Panel Discussion event.

Graduate Collaborates with Ignite to Create an HR Club

Tue, January 24, 2023

Human Resources Management alumnus Alejandro Santa Cruz took the initiative to create Humber's very first HR Club.

Human Resource Management Students Welcome Alumni for Panel Discussion

Mon, March 29, 2021

March 2021 has been an insightful month for the Human Resources Management (HRM) graduate certificate program students and alumni.

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An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

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All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy .

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Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

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• domestic: $6,187.70
• international: $19,168.98

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*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140

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Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.

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• Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
• Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.

Additional information will be made available to students from their program before the beginning of the Winter term. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

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Students in programs marked as online/in-person will have a combination of those two types of delivery. Additional information will be made available to students from their program in the first week of June. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of employee recruitment, selection, and retention plans and processes.
• Administer and contribute to the design and evaluation of the performance management* program.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate employee orientation, training, and development programs.
• Facilitate and support effective employee and labour relations in both non-union and union environments.
• Research and support the development and communication of the organization’s total compensation plan*.
• Collaborate with others, in the development, implementation, and evaluation of organizational health and safety policies and practices.
• Research and analyze information needs and apply current and emerging information technologies to support the human resources function.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate organizational development* strategies aimed at promoting organizational effectiveness.
• Present and evaluate communication messages and processes related to the human resources function of the organization.
• Manage own professional development and provide leadership to others in the achievement of ongoing competence in human resources professional practice.
• Facilitate and communicate the human resources component of the organization’s business plan.
• Conduct research, produce reports, and recommend changes in human resources practices.

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Human resources influence all functions of business within every organization. The Levene Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) is a 30 credit hour program that can be completed in two years if taken full-time. The Levene MHRM enables you to become a positive force in your organization by building upon your human resource work experience with fundamental courses in training and development, labour relations, employee selection, organizational behaviour, health and safety, and compensation.

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2023 - 2024 CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program

Descriptions, opportunity link:, opportunity type:, award amount and duration:, eligibility.

Eligibility to Apply

For an application to be eligible, all the requirements stated below must be met:

• The Nominated Principal Applicant must be a  trainee  (and maintain such status throughout the award duration) and meet the minimum commitment of 75% of their time in the proposed research training (Research + Course Work) throughout the tenure of their award. Note : For the purpose of this funding opportunity, trainees cannot hold or be on leave from an  independent research  position.
• A primary  supervisor  must be identified on the application. An additional supervisor may also be identified.
• As of the application deadline, the Nominated Principal Applicant must hold or be completing a PhD or a regulated health professional degree. The Nominated Principal Applicant must expect to complete all of the requirements of the degree by the latest possible date on which they can take up their award (see  Conditions of Funding ). For examples of health professions, please consult the list  Eligible Health Professions .
• Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are eligible to hold a CIHR Fellowship award in Canada or abroad. Nominated Principal Applicants who are neither Canadian citizens nor permanent residents of Canada may only hold a CIHR Fellowship award at a Canadian institution.
• A recipient of a  CIHR doctoral–level award  with a health professional degree  may apply to the Fellowship funding opportunity no earlier than during the last year of their award. If a recipient of a CIHR doctoral–level award  with a health professional degree  applies to the Fellowship funding opportunity for doctoral support before the last year of the doctoral award, funding for the currently-held doctoral award will be cancelled as of the first potential effective date of the Fellowship award, even if the application is not successful through the Fellowship funding opportunity.
• The Nominated Principal Applicant may submit  only one (1) application per year  (September 1 to August 31) for funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) or the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). However, individuals eligible to apply to the  Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships program  or the  Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program  may also submit an application to the CIHR Fellowship program (other exceptions may apply depending on the program objectives; these would be indicated in the specific funding opportunities).
• The Nominated Principal Applicant must complete one of CIHR's three  interactive modules on sex and gender in research  and include the completion certificate with their CIHR Fellowship application (see  How to Apply  section for further details).

CIHR's  Health Research Training Strategy  aims to  equip  research trainees so that they emerge from their training as scientific, professional, or organizational leaders within and beyond the health research enterprise. Generating  Research Leaders of tomorrow  is a key objective for CIHR.

Fellowships provide support for highly qualified applicants  in all areas of health research  at the post-PhD degree or post-health professional degree stages to add to their experience by engaging in health research either in Canada or abroad.

It is expected that applicants integrate sex and gender perspectives into their research to promote rigorous science that has the potential to expand our understanding of health determinants for all people. As such, applicants are required to indicate how they will account for sex (biological factor) and gender (socio-cultural factor) in the research design, methods, analysis and interpretation, and dissemination of findings. For more information and resources, please see the  Sex, Gender and Health Research page  on the CIHR website.

Application deadlines

Rso detailed review deadline, rso final internal review deadline, program application deadline.

NOTE: Consult your Faculty Associate Dean (Research) (ADR) regarding Faculty-specific deadlines and submission processes.

Principal Investigators: Complete a Research Management System (RMS) record, including a copy of your complete application, and submit this for approvals in RMS.

Postdocs, students, and trainees: For fellowships and externally-sponsored research training awards or opportunities, you must complete the Research Funding Application Approval (RFAA) Trainee PDF form , and submit it, along with a complete copy of the application, to Research Services at [email protected] . Trainees should not use RMS at this time.

Approvals: The University of Calgary requires that all funding applications be approved prior to submission. Approval requires signatures via either RMS or the RFAA Trainee form, in the following order:

• Principal Investigator
• Department Head
• Faculty ADR/Dean
• Research Services (on behalf of the Vice-President Research)

Read the Meaning of Grant Signatures policy to understand what your approval means. Please see the agency guidelines for details about which signatures are required on your application, as it may differ from internal requirements.

Late submissions: Late submissions will only be accepted in cases of medical or family emergencies, or other exceptional circumstances. If you submit your RMS record to Research Services after the internal deadline has passed, you must secure additional approvals. Please read: Late Applications Process .

Additional Information

Research areas.

Additional funds are available through this competition to support Fellowship award applications in the following specific research areas:

Fellowship: Fall 2023 Priority Announcements (Specific Research Areas)

Funds Available

CIHR and partner(s) financial contributions for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner(s) funding levels not be available or are decreased due to unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and partner(s) reserve the right to  reduce, defer or suspend financial contributions  to awards received as a result of this funding opportunity.

The total amount available for this funding opportunity is approximately $22,650,000. Of this $22,650,000:

• approximately $21 million over five (5) years will be available for the open fellowships competition.
• $1,650,000 will be available over five (5) years to fund at least six additional awards to support meritorious  Black research trainees
• The maximum amount awarded for a single award is up to $60,000 per annum for up to five (5) years. The value and duration of each award is determined by the degree(s) held, licensure (where applicable), location of tenure and experience of the applicant.

Applicant self-identification information may be used by CIHR to consider individuals for designated funding, should it become available.

The annual stipend level for:

• Trainees with a PhD degree is $40,000 per annum.
• Health Professionals  who hold licensure (full or educational) in Canada and have less than two (2) years  of research or clinical training experience since the completion of their health professional degree is $40,000 per annum. Upon completion of two (2) years of postgraduate research training, the awardee may be eligible to receive a stipend increase to the higher level.
• Health Professionals  who hold licensure (full or educational) in Canada and have two (2) or more years  of research or clinical training experience since the completion of their health professional degree is $50,000 per annum.
• Health professionals  who do not hold licensure in Canada  is $40,000 per annum. Upon obtaining licensure in Canada  and  two (2) years of research training, awardee may be eligible to receive a stipend increase to the higher level.

For awards physically held outside Canada, $5,000 is added to the annual stipend.

Research allowance:  $5,000 per annum.

Duration of Support

The maximum duration of support, taking into account all  Tri-Agency federal funding  held Footnote1 , will depend on the degree(s) held by the applicant. For holders of a:

• PhD degree, or PhD and health professional degrees, the maximum period of support is three (3) years minus the duration of any previous Tri-Agency support held at the postdoctoral researcher / post-health professional degree level (see examples of  postdoctoral/degree researcher programs ).
• Health professional degree who are not requesting support to pursue a graduate degree, the maximum period of support is four (4) years minus the duration of any previous Tri-Agency funding held at the postgraduate level (see examples of  Doctoral  and  Masters'  programs).
• Health professional degree who are requesting support to pursue a graduate degree, the maximum period of support to complete the degree is five (5) years minus the duration of any previous Tri-Agency funding held at the postgraduate level (see examples of  Doctoral  and  Masters' ).

Note:  Health Professionals who receive funding through this program to pursue a graduate degree must terminate their award upon completion of the degree.

For more information on the appropriate use of funds, refer to  Allowable Costs .

Supplement: The Alice Wilson Award

A $1,000 award is offered yearly by the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) to three women of outstanding academic qualifications entering a career in scholarship or research at the postdoctoral level via fellowship programs from the Tri-Agencies (one award is granted per Agency). CIHR will seek the consent of top-ranked applicants who self-identify as women who accept a CIHR Fellowship to share their information as potential nominees to the RSC, who will make the final determination and inform successful candidates upon completion of their selection process.

More information is available on the  Royal Society of Canada  website.

DORA:  CIHR has signed the  San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment  (DORA), a statement that "recognizes the need to improve the ways in which the outputs of research are evaluated".

Contact Details

Human Resources Management Program (Online) (Postgraduate) (B428)

Program Description

Tuition & fees.

• Admission Requirements
• Program Outcomes

Program Overview

The Human Resources Management 12-month online graduate certificate program integrates business theory and practical application to highlight the importance of HR as a strategic partner in any organization. As a graduate of this program with a semester of real-world work experience, you'll be prepared to apply for a variety of positions, such as a human resources generalist or coordinator, recruiter, compensation analyst, or learning and development coordinator. 

This program is part of our online postgraduate programs . Online postgraduate programs offer working professionals the flexibility of a fully online program scheduled in the evening and on weekends. Join other students across Canada in live, instructor-led classes. In just eight months of study and a four-month work term, you'll acquire professional skills in a flexible, convenient format.

PLEASE NOTE: This program is also offered full-time in person. Please see Human Resources Management postgraduate program (B408) for additional details.

Full Description

As a student in the Human Resources Management 12-month online graduate certificate program, you’ll benefit from the insider knowledge of experienced HR professionals. You'll learn all about what an HR department does and what it takes to be a real pro in the workplace—including managing employee and labour relations, promoting diversity, and creating HR policies and programs. You'll also get to see what it’s actually like working in HR through a field placement, gaining valuable experience along the way to help you meet all the program's learning goals.

Here are some skills you’ll be able to show off after completion of the Human Resources Management program:

• Facilitating employee training and development
• Ensuring health and safety in the workplace
• Recruiting and hiring employees
• Recommending strategic change initiatives
• Developing a total rewards system

For those students who wish to pursue the Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP), all applicable courses in the B428 program are HRPA approved. The courses prepare students to write the National Knowledge Exam offered by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). Refer to hrpa.ca for requirements and additional information on this designation.

This program is also offered full-time in person. Please see  Human Resources Management postgraduate program (B408) for additional details.

This Centre for Business program is part of our School of Human Resources .

Technical Requirements:

• Windows 10 ARM64 devices are not recommended as they will not allow you to install AppsAnywhere and the Cisco AnyConnect client
• High-speed broadband access (Cable or DSL) is highly recommended. Some programs or courses require more advanced systems
• Headphones or speaker and a microphone for in-class conversations and meetings with your professors
• A webcam (may be required for specific courses)
•  Individual courses may have additional hardware requirements
• A web browser, such as Safari, Firefox, MS Edge, Google Chrome

PLEASE NOTE: mobile devices may allow for some participation in your course(s), however there are limitations and we cannot guarantee your mobile device will meet all coursework needs

Your Field Education Options

Work experience (co-op or internship work term).

This program requires the successful completion of one semester of work experience to graduate. This work experience is either co-op (paid) or internship (unpaid). Students are also strongly encouraged to pursue self-directed industry work experience opportunities they believe would provide the learning experiences they value and meet the learning outcomes of the program. This valuable work experience can in turn be added to your resume.

Find out more about field education at the Centre for Business .

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career options.

Graduates of this program will be equipped to enter a wide range of positions across a broad spectrum of public and private sector organizations such as financial institutions, retail, general business, manufacturing, government, legal firms, human resources consulting firms and not-for-profit organizations. Students will develop the skills and knowledge to enter into the human resources field and be ready to move up the career ladder. Graduates of the program have found employment as:

• human resources generalist
• learning and development co-ordinator
• compensation analyst
• human resources co-ordinator

Educational Pathways

Students who wish to gain further knowledge and practical experience in training and development may pursue an optional stream in this area. Upon successful completion of the Training and Development Stream, students may choose to pursue the Certified Training and Development Professional Designation (CTDP) offered through the Institute of Performance and Learning. Refer to the Institute for Performance and Learning website for additional information on this designation.

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.   From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries. Latest alumni stories  

Required Courses

In order to graduate from the B428 program , you must successfully complete the following 14 mandatory courses and 1 work experience term. The work experience term can be co-op, internship, simulation, consulting or research projects.

SEMESTER 1 

Work experience term.

Course Exemptions (Four-course maximum): The equivalent course must be from a recognized university with a minimum grade of 70 per cent and HRPA (Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario) approved, where applicable.

Note: Our applicable HR courses have been approved by the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario (HRPA) and students may choose to pursue an HRPA designation offered by them.

**Training and Development Stream (TDS)

Students who wish to gain further knowledge and practical experience in training and development may pursue an optional stream in this area. Upon successful completion of the Training and Development Stream, students may choose to pursue the Certified Training and Development Professional Designation (CTDP) offered through The Institute of Performance and Learning.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate demonstrates the ability to:

• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of employee recruitment, selection and retention plans and processes.
• Administer and contribute to the design and evaluation of the performance management program.
• Develop, implement and evaluate employee orientation, training and development programs.
• Facilitate and support effective employee and labour relations in both non-union and union environments.
• Research and support the development and communication of the organization’s total compensation plan.
• Collaborate with others in the development, implementation and evaluation of organizational health and safety policies and practices.
• Research and analyze information needs and apply current and emerging information technologies to support the human resources function.
• Develop, implement and evaluate organizational development strategies aimed at promoting organizational effectiveness.
• Present and evaluate communication messages and processes related to the human resources function of the organization.
• Manage own professional development and provide leadership to others in the achievement of ongoing competence in human resources professional practice.
• Facilitate and communicate the human resources component of the organization’s business plan.
• Conduct research, produce reports and recommend changes in human resources practices.

Domestic Tuition

Additional costs.

* Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023 . Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates. This fee does not include books, which are to be purchased by the student separately.

† This program includes one work experience semester. The tuition fee for this program does NOT include the cost of the work experience semester. There is an additional fee of $500 for each work experience semester.

Financial Assistance

Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.

• Financial Aid

This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.

Bachelor's degree in any field of study

English Language Proficiency

Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the college level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.

Please review our English proficiency requirements .

Course Exemptions

Some college and university credits may qualify you for exemptions. Please visit our transfer guide for more information.

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Information sessions  are held on a regular basis. Come and have your questions answered. Learn about the program content and career options, meet your friendly professors and staff, and experience what it is like to be in a George Brown College classroom.  Sign up for an upcoming session .

Domestic Student Admissions

For inquiries about domestic admission requirements, admission deadlines, or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Office at  [email protected]  or visit the  Admissions section .

International Student Admissions

Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page .

Fees and Financial Information

For inquiries about OSAP, Bursaries, Scholarships and other financial inquiries, please contact the Financial Aid Office at  [email protected]  or visit the  Financial Aid section .

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For advice on the various program options and which program might be best suited for you, make an appointment to see an Entry Advisor. Please review these  frequently asked questions .

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For questions regarding programs at the Centre for Business or if you require more information, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our knowledgeable staff are available to assist you.

For general inquiries, please contact the Centre for Business: Email:  [email protected] Phone: (416) 415-5000 ext. 2160

Human Resources Management (Postgraduate) (B428)

For inquiries related to this program (for example, course-specific information) please contact  the co-ordinator:

Viji Vibhu Prakash , Program Co-ordinator and Professor Email:  [email protected]

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Campus tours are offered on a regular basis. Sign up for a tour today! You can also take our virtual tour . 

This program is offered out of our School of Human Resources and classes are offered fully online, in scheduled, live sessions.

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Change is inevitable in today’s business world. As companies embrace the challenges of adapting and enhancing their organizations, they must look to the strength of their people. An organization’s success depends largely on attracting and retaining the right people, developing employees to achieve maximum potential and ensuring their efforts are rewarded. The Human Resources Management  online postgraduate program at George Brown College in Toronto gives you these skills. 

This program is part of the  online postgraduate certificate programs .

The online postgraduate certificates  offer working professionals the flexibility of a fully online program scheduled in the evening and weekends.

• Study online from the comfort of home while joining other students across Canada in live, instructor-led classes.
• Develop professional skills in just eight months of study followed by a four-month work term in a format convenient to you and your busy weekday commitments.

PLEASE NOTE: This program is also offered full-time in person (COVID restrictions may result in changes to delivery). Please see Human Resources Management Postgraduate program (B408) for additional details.

Organizations today require engaged, motivated employees who understand how to effectively support organizational goals while enhancing their own skills and knowledge. Becoming a valued advisor to the business is a Human Resources (HR) imperative, and understanding how to effectively demonstrate a set of key behaviours is of utmost importance.

George Brown’s Human Resources Management  online postgraduate certificate program comprehensively covers the key HR functions in this exciting field. Taught by seasoned HR professionals with industry experience, the program blends business-related theory and practical application to highlight how HR functions as a strategic partner to business units. Students explore the role of the HR department and the key accountability requirements to demonstrate a high level of professionalism in a work-related setting.

Upon completion of the program, you will be able to:

• describe how employment legislation impacts human resources
• design human resources policies and programs
• facilitate employee training and development
• ensure health and safety in the workplace
• recruit and select employees
• promote diversity
• manage performance
• recommend strategic change initiatives
• develop a total rewards system
• manage employee/labour relations
• create a comprehensive human resources plan

This program is also offered full-time in person (COVID restrictions may result in changes to delivery). Students who wish to apply for the full-time in-person  Human Resources Management Postgraduate program , should apply to  B413 .

PLEASE NOTE: mobile devices may allow for some participation in your course(s), however there are limitations and we cannot guarantee your mobile device will meet all coursework needs.

Printable Curriculum Planner 2023-2024

In order to graduate from the B428 program , you must successfully complete the following 14 mandatory courses and 1 work experience term. Work Experience term can be co-op, internship, simulation, consulting or research projects.

Course Exemptions (Four course maximum): The equivalent course must be from a recognized university with a minimum grade of 70 per cent and HRPA (Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario) approved, where applicable.

* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022 . Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.

† This program includes one work experience semester. The tuition fee for this program does NOT include the cost of the work experience semester. The Work Experience fee of $500 covers the cost of the Work Experience Preparation course and work experience semester.

This program is offered out of our School of Human Resources and classes take place at our St. James Campus , mainly at 200 King St. E. , and 290 Adelaide St. E. , Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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