Human Resource Management major – Bachelor of Business Administration

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Credential:
Bachelor's degree

Duration:
4 years

Options:
Major

How to apply

Start date:
January, September 

Location:
Abbotsford campus

Cost:
Tuition and fees

Features:

  • Field trips enhance classroom learning
  • Co-op semester(s) provide paid work experience in your field of study
  • Study abroad to gain a global education
  • Provides strong preparation for careers in human resources and related fields

Program description

Build the skills to support people and shape strong workplaces.

Human resource management focuses on how organizations hire, train, support, perform, and develop their people. It plays a key role in workplace culture and helping organizations succeed.

In the Human Resource Management major, you learn about recruitment, employee relations, training and development, and compensation. This multidisciplinary program brings together ideas from business, psychology, and sociology to help you understand people, solve workplace challenges, and develop strategies that engage employees and support organizational goals.

This major also helps prepare you to pursue the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.

Program structure

Classes focus on teamwork, communication, and hands-on learning. You build skills through group exercises and real-world problem solving, while building your speaking and writing skills.

Years 1 & 2

Complete core courses in business, economics, math, and communications to build a strong foundation.

Years 3 & 4

Focus on specializations in human resource management and develop more advanced knowledge in areas such as labour relations, organizational behaviour, and human resource strategy.

Go to the program outline for the complete list of required courses and credits.

Professional designation

Graduates of the Human Resource Management major can work toward their Chartered Professional in Human Resources designation. Students who successfully complete the major and maintain at least two consecutive years of student membership with CPHR BC & Yukon may qualify for an exemption from the National Knowledge Exam (NKE), one of the requirements for obtaining the CPHR designation.

Additional opportunities

Study abroad

Study abroad in one of 20+ countries and earn UFV credits at a partner university, including leading global business schools. Meet people from around the world, learn about new cultures, and build skills for working in other countries.

Co-operative education

Gain practical experience through paid co-op work terms lasting four, eight, or twelve months, offered in regional, national, and global firms. Build your skills, and make connections that can help your career.

Honours degree

Earn an honours degree by achieving high grades and completing 12 extra upper-level (numbered 300-400) business credits beyond your program requirements. Courses from other areas may count with special approval.

Career expectations

A Human Resource Management major prepares you for careers including human resources, recruitment and talent acquisition, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and organizational support.

You can find employment with a range of employers, including:

  • Health and education organizations
  • Small or large businesses
  • Government agencies
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Consulting firms

Potential career paths include roles such as:

  • Human resources assistant: Helps with recruitment, onboarding, employee records, and HR policies.
  • Recruitment coordinator: Manages job postings, interviews, communicating with candidates, and onboarding.
  • Employee relations advisor: Resolves workplace issues, support employees, and ensure policy compliance.

Entrance requirements

Go to entrance requirements for the Bachelor of Business Administration program in the UFV Academic Calendar.

International student admissions

This program is open for international students.

Upgrading options

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses. 

Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options. 

Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:  

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