Program Overview

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Business Administration - Human Resources Major

About

The focus of the Human Resource Major is on aligning the workforce with the strategic direction of the organization. The program includes an introduction to the function of human resources, a hands-on practical application in talent acquisition and engagement, compensation and benefits, learning and development, change management, occupational health and safety, employment law, and labour relations.

Earn a Diploma valued by industry: accredited by Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) Alberta.

CPHR Alberta is the industry-body overseeing the human resources profession in Alberta. Holding CPHR-accreditation ensures the program meets rigorous professional and ethical standards with content that aligns with current industry needs. Graduates of this accredited program stand out to employers with a credential that is recognized by industry.

Graduates from this program are eligible to receive exemption for the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) as part of the process in receiving a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. Graduates, who achieve an overall cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher, proceed directly to building the required work experience requirements before receiving their designation. The CPHR designation is highly regarded and provides you with a strong competitive advantage.

Time commitment

This is a two-year (four term) diploma program. A standard course load is 5 courses per term. Students can maintain full-time status with at least three courses per term. Taking less than 5 courses per term will take longer to complete the program.

Flexible learning options

The Business Administration diploma program consists of human resources courses and human resources specific courses. Majority of core courses and all the major specific courses are available both face-to-face and online.

All human resources classes are available in-person, online and blended. Delivery options are based on student enrollment and subject to change.

Admission requirements

• Credit in English Language Arts 30-1 or minimum 65% in English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalent
• Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent

or

Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:

• Language Arts: Reading and Writing: 520 minimum standard score
• Math Test: 520 minimum score

or

• Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test

or

• Completion of 30 credits from a recognized business program (departmental approval required)

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Transferability

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.

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You need one of the following options:

English Language Proficiency Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.

Academic upgrading

Enhance your previous education to meet the missing admissions requirements for one of the BVC programs.

Available intakes

• September 2025
• January 2026
• March 2026

Tuition and fees

Domestic Students

Term	Tuition fees	Additional fees	Total fees*
Term 1	$3,165	$605	$3,770
Term 2	$3,165	$605	$3,770
Term 3	$3,165	$605	$3,770
Term 4	$3,144	$605	$3,749

International Students

Term	Tuition fees	Additional fees	Total fees*
Term 1	$8,128	$605	$8,733
Term 2	$8,207	$605	$8,812
Term 3	$8,380	$605	$8,985
Term 4	$8,317	$605	$8,922

*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only. Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

Courses

Term 1

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
ACCT1103	Introduction to Financial Accounting	3	picturepdf
MGMT1101	Introduction to Management	3	picturepdf
MKTG1101	Introduction to Marketing	3	picturepdf
MGMT1401	Microeconomics	3	picturepdf

Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
MGMT1201	Business Communication	3	picturepdf

Term 2

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
HRES1101	Organizational Behaviour	3	picturepdf
HRES2201	Introduction to Human Resources	3	picturepdf
MGMT1102	Introduction to Organizations and Sustainability	3	picturepdf
MGMT2401	Macroeconomics	3	picturepdf
MGMT1601	Business Law	3	picturepdf

Term 3

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
HRES2101	Change Management	3	picturepdf
HRES2301	Employment Law	3	picturepdf
HRES2303	Occupational Health and Safety	3	picturepdf
HRES2203	Compensation & Benefits	3	picturepdf
HRES2204	Talent Acquisition and Retention	3	picturepdf

Term 4

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
HRES2302	Labour Relations	3	picturepdf
HRES2401	Employee Learning and Development	3	picturepdf
MGMT2998	Business Strategy	3	picturepdf
HRES2402	Human Resources Strategic Management	3	picturepdf

Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
HRES2998	Human Resources Specialization: Capstone Project	3	picturepdf
HRES2999	Human Resources Specialization: Service Learning Project	3	picturepdf