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About the program

In an increasingly complex working environment, the services of a competent human resources professional are highly valued. Thriving organizations employ these practitioners to manage their most important resource: the people who make things happen. This fully online, part-time program is designed to provide professionals with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the dynamic field of human resources. This comprehensive program is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their understanding of HR principles, stay updated with industry trends, and advance their careers in HR management.

Courses in this program are based on the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) competency framework and meet the academic requirements for several HRPA professional designations.

Program information

All courses must be successfully completed within 5 years of acceptance into the program.

Course fees to complete this program total approximately *$7,500.00.

*This is the estimated amount for domestic students and may differ if students take equivalent courses. Fees are paid when registering for each individual course and are subject to change each term.

Admission requirements

  • Two - or three-year college diploma or university degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants with 5+ years of experience in the Human Resources field with no post-secondary credential will be considered.

Note re: admission requirements

  • Applicants possessing degrees/diplomas from institutions where the language of instruction was not English will be required to provide test scores as evidence of their English language proficiency. Test scores, if required, would be a minimum of TOEFL iBT 88 with no individual skill less than 22; IELTS 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0; CAEL 70 with no sub-test band scores less than 60; PTE Academic 58; CELAP (Conestoga English Language Assessment and Placement) 82 or higher; Cambridge Exams 180 (no individual score less than 170); or equivalent scores in other recognized standard tests of English.

  • We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but who have met all other admission criteria. You will be eligible for admission to the degree program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Your placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.

Admission procedures

  • Apply at Ontario Colleges - www.ontariocolleges.ca
  • Final selection is made following an assessment of the admission requirements.

  • Applicants applying without a post-secondary diploma or degree must submit a resume documenting relevant work experience in the area of human resource management. Attach your resume to your application.

Program requirements

  • Students must have reliable Internet access and a device that meets these requirements.
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and internet browser software in a Windows environment. For those candidates who lack this preparation, Conestoga College offers Continuing Education courses in these areas.
  • Students will require access to a computer equipped with internet access, Windows environment, including word processing, spreadsheet, and internet browser software. The majority of the program is delivered over the internet. The web-based program is supplemented by weekly classroom sessions delivered in the evening.
  • This program uses eTexts.
  • Final exams will be written in a proctored environment.

Graduate opportunities

Graduates are prepared for entry to mid-level management positions with human resource departments, community organizations, private practices, learning institutions, government departments and consulting firms.

Unsure of which program best suits your long-term career goals? Student Recruitment Advisors can provide one to one advising for prospective domestic students looking to take a program at Conestoga College. Please reach out to SRA@conestogac.on.ca to book an appointment.

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Program outcomes

  • Develop and evaluate the implementation of recruitment plans and selection processes to respond to organizational needs within a globalized environment.

  • Facilitate and evaluate the performance management system to ensure alignment with the organizational strategic plan.

  • Design, implement, and evaluate employee onboarding, training and development programs to meet organizational needs.

  • Advise and guide invested parties on ethical, legal, professional and regulatory requirements to promote effective employee relations.

  • Design and implement the total rewards plan to attract, retain and motivate employees within the organization.

  • Design, implement and evaluate employee wellness, organizational health and safety systems, in accordance with applicable legislation, standards and best practices.

  • Use and evaluate technology to support operational business functions related to human capital.
  • Design, implement and evaluate organizational development strategies to promote operational effectiveness.

  • Develop human resources practices and communication strategies that are equitable, diverse, inclusive, accessible and culturally competent.

  • Create and evaluate strategies for self-development to enhance performance and maintain professional standards.

  • Collaborate with invested parties to execute human capital initiatives that support the organizational business plan.

  • Analyze data to forecast and recommend workforce and talent management strategies to support decision making.

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Interested in taking this program full time?

See our Human Resources Management full-time program for more information.


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Winter registration: Now open
Spring registration: Opens March 2, 2026