Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resources Management) at Fanshawe College

Fanshawe's four-year Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resources Management) degree program will provide you knowledge of business basics such as accounting, marketing and computer applications. As well, you'll specialize and focus your skills in human resources management courses, including performance management, human resources planning, talent acquisition, employee and labour relations and compensation and benefits administration. Available in a traditional in-class format with a September admission.

A requirement for graduation is the completion of a paid Co-operative Education term. This process combines your studies with paid, related work experience. Fanshawe will be there to help you find the right business fit for your dream. You'll have access to consultants who will deliver classes, counsel and advise you as you move from the classroom, to the real business world.

Graduating with a human resources degree

Upon graduation you may be eligible to complete a Master's degree program at many other institutions or complement your degree with a graduate certificate offered at Fanshawe College. Students currently enrolled in the Business-Human Resources diploma program or the Business Administration-Human Resources advanced diploma program may be eligible to receive advanced standing in this degree program.

All nine-course credits required for the CHRP professional designation are included in the program, so you'll graduate ready to begin your career.

Career Opportunities

Students will be prepared both academically and experientially for a variety of human resources opportunities in many organizations and sectors, including government, non-profit, education, manufacturing, hospitality, health care, financial services, and many others.  Graduates may work in positions such as an HR training coordinator, recruiter, compensation analyst, health and safety specialist, labour relations representative, benefits administrator or an HR generalist.