Course description

This course provides the student with the foundation of the reward systems found in all organizations, whether for-profit or not-for-profit. Examine both the theoretical and applied aspects of the compensation function, with special consideration of the major factors that influence the actual design of a compensation system.

Course details

Hours: 42
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

Please note: This course is offered through OntarioLearn. To review important information such as textbook, exam and grade information, visit OntarioLearn.

Credit transfer

Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.

Dates
Day/Time
Delivery
Campus
Cost
Availability
Starts: Mar. 2, 2026
Ends: Apr. 20, 2026
Day/Time:
Campus: Online
Cost: $381.50

Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Winter 2026 registration is now open.
Spring 2026 registration opens March 2, 2026.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery