The Human Resource Major focuses on aligning people with an organization’s strategic goals. You’ll gain hands-on experience in talent acquisition and engagement, compensation and benefits, learning and development, change management, occupational health and safety, employment law, and labour relations. You’ll apply classroom learning in real-world HR environments through a required work intercrated learning experience. This hands-on opportunity helps you build practical skills, make professional connections, and prepare for a strong start to your career.
This two-year (four-term) diploma has a standard course load of five courses per term, though full-time status can be maintained with three courses.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue a variety of in-demand roles, including:
Core and major-specific courses are available in-person, online, and blended formats, depending on enrollment.
Work Integrated Learning placements are built into this program, giving you the opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional setting while applying what you’ve learned in class to real projects and building valuable industry connections.
What is work integrated learning?
Program availability and start dates are subject to change. Admission is based on first applied, first qualified.
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If English is not your first language, please review the English language proficiency requirements.
Missing a required admission criteria? Complete academic upgrading before applying.
Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. See where this program can transfer to.
If you studied outside of Alberta, you can see which of your courses is equivalent to an admission requirement.
International Students:
Check whether your previous studies completed outside Canada meet the admission requirements using our country-specific document list found in step 2.
Estimated total tuition:
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Not all delivery modes are available for all courses or programs, and not all courses are available each term. Students should follow up on their individual program areas or their MyBVC for information for courses delivery types and availability.
Delivery modes, descriptions, and availability of courses each term are subject to change.
Flexible learning and practical experience at the Chiu School of Business get you career-ready in just one or two years.
Bow Valley College
345 - 6 Avenue SE,
Calgary, AB T2G 4V1
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Saturday
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Closed Sunday
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