Human Resources Management
Overview
Launch your HR career with our in-person program aligned to HRPA and CHRP pathways.
The Human Resources Management program is designed for university or college graduates eager to participate in an increasingly vital area of business management. The dynamic field of Human Resources is critical in today's competitive environment. Companies now recognize that strong management of their human resources provides a competitive advantage and leads to organizational success.
This program provides college and university graduates with a strong foundation in human resources and is designed around the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) competency framework. Students may wish to pursue the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation upon graduation, at an additional fee.
Admission Requirements
- University degree, college diploma, or advanced diploma
- Acceptable combination of related work experience and post-secondary education as judged by the College to be equivalent to the above
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Costs
- Year 1 $5,531.59
Please Note: These fees apply to the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change. Fees do not include books (unless specifically noted), supplies or living costs.
Scholarships Available
There are 8 scholarships available for this program, with a total value of $1,000!
Technology Requirements
In order to keep pace with the requirements of each and every course in your program, Lambton College requires that each student have access to a laptop while studying at our college.
Courses
Organizational Behaviour
This subject is an examination of the contemporary Canadian business environment including the organization, leadership and management decision process which influences the behaviour of individuals and groups. Increased global competition, technological change and the rising expectations of both employees and employers have underlined the need for improved and more effective leadership. This subject provides a better understanding of this process.
The Legal Aspects of HR
This scenario/case-based course will provide students with insight into the legal aspects of human resources management through the entire employment relationship. The focus of this course will be on current federal and provincial employment-related legislation. Students will become familiar with specific areas of law and will apply learned concepts and terminology to address issues related to effective human resource management. Students will be introduced to content specific to workplace complaints and workplace investigations as this is an expanding area of responsibility for human resource professionals.
Human Resources Management
Effective Human Resources Management (HRM) is critical to the success of organizations today. This course will provide an overview of the key concepts of HR management and will include some history and theory of the HR function and important terminology. It will introduce students to the core competencies of effective HR practitioners and allow for self-assessment against these competencies. We will be discussing core HR practice areas such as Strategic Planning, HR Planning, HR Administration, Talent Management, Training Learning and Development, Performance Assessment, Total Rewards (including Compensation and Benefits) Employee and Labour Relations and Health and Safety in the workplace. In addition, the course looks at the legal environment for effective HR management, and the role of HRM in mergers and acquisitions and organizational change management.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
This course introduces students to methods of dealing with conflict in the workplace. Students will examine different strategies for resolving workplace conflict, including the importance of effective communication. In addition, students will study various negotiation and mediation techniques.
Finance & Accounting
This course introduces the use of financial management and managerial accounting principles for planning, decision making, control, and cost management for a business enterprise. Topics covered in this course include the following: financial analysis for decision making, cost-volume-profit analysis, organizational costing techniques, and budgetary planning and control.
Occupational Health & Safety
This introductory course provides students with a foundational understanding of the diverse and evolving field of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), with a focus on the Ontario context. Students will explore the key technical, legal, political, and personal factors that influence workplace health and safety. Core topics include the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) processes, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, accident prevention and investigation, physical and biological hazards, and the principles of managing OHS programs. This course equips students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to support safe work environments and prepare for further study or entry-level roles in the field.
Talent Acquisition
The right people, in the right jobs, at the right time is crucial for the success of organizations. This case based course allows students to gain experience in the full talent acquisition cycle; understanding the vacancy, writing a job description and job posting, channels for recruitment, choosing and applying assessment tools for applicants, conducting reference checks and preparing job offers. Students will consider the organization's business strategy, current market conditions, social and work environments and legal and regulatory requirements for each of these steps of the talent acquisition process.
Total Rewards
Today's organizations require well-designed and effectively managed rewards systems to attract, retain and motivate their workforce. This case based program will provide students with the knowledge and ability to design an effective total rewards strategy. We will explore base compensation design, benefits, non-monetary rewards, bonus structure and recognition programs in the context of regulatory requirements and emerging trends, opportunities and issues.
Learning and Development
This course will provide students with an opportunity to explore diverse approaches to learning to address organizational and/or individual needs for development. This will be accomplished through an integrated case using adult learning principles, fundamental theories of learning, design and development choices and evaluation methods. Current trends and the use of technology will also be highlighted. This course will also compare and contrast formal performance management systems with current approaches to the motivation and management of performance. By examining fundamental theories of motivation we will understand the implications of performance management to employee motivation and success.
Labour Relations
The quality of workplace relationships has a significant impact on the culture, environment and success of any organization. HR professionals are called on to support positive relationships and address interpersonal issues in both unionized and non-unionized environments. This case based course will provide the student with insight and practice in the areas of labour relations and employee relations. The course will highlight approaches to conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation. Employee Relations scenarios will focus on investigation and resolution of interpersonal issues. Labour Relations cases will focus on defining, negotiating and documenting a collective agreement between Union and Management.
HR Analytics
Organizations must meet fundamental requirements in the areas of employee information and records management, some of which are legislated and regulated. In this course, we will explore the systems, approaches and standards that provide value and support organizational effectiveness. Topics will include decision factors for the selection and implementation of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), key HR metrics and program evaluation approaches, document management requirements and considerations for employee scheduling and time reporting.
Human Resource Planning
Successful organizations maintain a strong link between their organizational strategy and structure. Human Resources (HR) Planning uses tools and data to inform choices related to organizational structure, job design, HR forecasting and succession planning. In this case-based course, students will examine and evaluate the effectiveness of selected models and approaches to HR Planning. Successful completion of this course, with a minimum final grade of 65%, will qualify as an approved credit towards the academic component of either the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or the Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designations granted by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA).
Foundations of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Increasingly, employers are required to build and maintain workplaces that are equitable, inclusive, and psychologically safe for all workers. This is inclusive of visible and invisible differences across people. This course provides students with the knowledge to identify and articulate the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion ("EDI") practices in the workplace. We will explore the history, key concepts and definitions, the business case for allocating resources to EDI practices, and strategies to support the organizational strategy in the context of regulatory and legislative requirements, and emerging trends, opportunities, and issues.
Contact
School of Business and Sustainability Leadership
Room B2-106
Program Information
After Graduation
Employment Opportunities
Accreditations & Certifications
Human Resources Professionals Association
Students in this program complete all of the courses necessary to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exam (CKE), which is required to obtain the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation. There is a fee to write this exam.
Further information regarding the CHRP designation is available at the Human Resources Professionals Association website.
Separate registration, eligibility and fees determined by the Human Resources Professionals Association will apply and the additional registrations are not included in the Human Resources Management program fees.
Students need to obtain an overall average of 70% or above in nine subject areas with no single course grade below 65%. Successful students will then be eligible to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exam (CKE) offered by the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA). Separate registration and fees determined by the HRPA will apply and are not included in program tuition.
More Information
Technology Requirements
It is recommended that students purchase a laptop with a Windows operating system.
Internet Speed Requirements
For best performance for students learning remotely, an internet connection with a minimum of 40 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speed is recommended in order to effectively use video conferencing and remote lecture delivery software as well as, other online resources remotely. Due to the large area over which students may be dispersed, we are unable to recommend a specific provider, so you will need to inquire around your area to find one that best suits your needs.
Minimum Laptop Requirements
In order to access the internet and virtually-delivered software and courseware, student laptops should include the following at a minimum. By meeting the following specifications, students will be equipped to access software and courseware on their laptop through the internet:
- Intel i5 8th Gen Processor or equivalent
- 16 GB of RAM (with a minimum of 8 GB)
- 100 GB HDD or more
- HD Graphics
- Webcam with a microphone
- Wireless 802.11n/ac 5ghz capable
- Windows Operating System (Windows 11)
Please note that Chromebooks and MacBooks may not support all software required for your program; students should verify compatibility with their professors.
Software
To ensure students are getting the most our of their classroom experience, some software will be required.
Lambton College has made this software easily accessible online. Students can leverage our Microsoft Office 365 software packages and services. In addition, much of the software you require for your courses will be available on demand for use on any device - on or off campus.