Program Overview

Human Resources Management in Canada

The Human Resources Management in Canada program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the Canadian business environment, focusing on the human resources management function as a key driver in organizational success. Students will explore how HR management supports organizations, including the various roles of an HR practitioner, standards of practice, and technology trends.

Overview

• Location: Online
• Format: Self-paced within deadlines set by instructor
• Duration: 8 weeks
• Tuition: $769
• Can be applied to: Human Resources Management Certificate

Upcoming Offerings

The course is offered at various times throughout the year. The upcoming offerings include:

• Start Date: Mon, Jan 19, 2026
  • Schedule: Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Mar 15 (self-paced within deadlines)
  • Location: Online
  • Instructor: Debra Finlayson
  • Cost: $769.00
  • Seats Available: 2
• Start Date: Mon, Jan 19, 2026
  • Schedule: Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Mar 15 (self-paced within deadlines)
  • Location: Online
  • Instructor: Heidi Bachert
  • Cost: $769.00
  • Seats Available: 30
• Start Date: Mon, May 4, 2026
  • Schedule: Mon, May 4 - Sun, Jun 28 (self-paced within deadlines)
  • Location: Online
  • Instructor: Debra Finlayson
  • Cost: $769.00
  • Seats Available: 27
• Start Date: Mon, Sep 14, 2026
  • Schedule: Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Nov 8 (self-paced within deadlines)
  • Location: Online
  • Instructor: Debra Finlayson
  • Cost: $769.00
  • Seats Available: 30

What You Will Learn

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Explain the roles and standards of practice of an HR professional in Canada
• Evaluate HR technology trends and their capability in supporting organizational goals
• Model HR decision-making using risk, change, and project management principles
• Employ HR research methodology to enhance HR and business practices
• Apply financial acumen to identify optimum HR solutions
• Describe clear standards of communication in the HR context
• Apply the professional writing skills required of an HR professional

How You Will Learn and Be Evaluated

• Prepare to spend 7–10 hours per week on coursework
• Expect readings and other assignments on a weekly basis
• Plan to access the course at least once every few days to keep up with your work and class discussions
• Connect with the instructor via email, online posts, and optional live Q&A Zoom sessions scheduled by the instructor (summaries/recordings available)
• Evaluation will be based on:
  • Assignments
  • Participation in online discussions
• To earn the certificate, complete all courses with a minimum average grade of C.

Learning Materials

• Course fees do not include textbooks
• Recommended textbook: Belcourt, M., Singh, P., Snell, S., Morris, S., Bohlander, G. Managing Human Resources, 11th Canadian Edition
• Additional course materials will be provided online

Technical Requirements

• For online courses, you will need a computer with audio and microphone that is connected to the internet
• Canvas is the online system that will be used for the course
• For more information and online support, visit Online Learning