Program Details

Human Resource Management School: Thompson Rivers University Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics Degree: Bachelor Field of Study: Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General Description: The Human Resource Management (HRM) Major is a challenging program that prepares students to become more effective managers and leaders in any organization. HRM professionals, are the "employee relations" specialists, managing employee recruitment, selection, compensation, training and development, health and safety, and evaluation. They are also active in labour relations taking the lead in union contract negotiations, grievance handling, including mediation and arbitration, and all other employee-related legal matters such as wrongful dismal, personal harassment, or privacy. Upon graduation, more and more students are deciding to earn their Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation reflecting the rising level of professionalism in the field. After acquiring some needed work experience, students will be well prepared to complete a graduate degree in either human resource management or labour relations and possibly pursue a career in teaching or research. Earning a law degree with a specialization in labour law is also a possibility. Website: Human Resource Management at Thompson Rivers University Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 2 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 12 Mathematics Applicants must have a BC Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status, a 73% or better in the combined English 12 and government exam (within the last five years), and a C+ or better in Mathematics 12. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.