The greatest asset of any business is its people. Human resources professionals help guide organizations with sound practices – hiring the right people, training them to be effective, and developing strategies to meet the needs of the organization and its employees.

 

As businesses get more competitive and legislative changes become more complex, the demand for human resources professionals who can help guide organizational change continues to rise. 

• Prepare for a career as an HR Manager, HR Advisor, Learning and Development Coordinator, HR Information System (HRIS) specialist, Compensation Analyst or Health and Safety Advisor. 
• Graduates find positions in business, government, and not-for-profit organizations, as well as private consulting. 
• Loyalist grads meet the academic requirements to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exam (CKE) and apply for the CHRP designation. 
• Entry-level salaries for Human Resources Coordinator averages $42,100 to 53,700 (Randstad 2024 Salary Guide), with the potential to progress from a generalist to an HR manager earning about $88,700 – $140,800 (Robert Half 2024 Canada Salary Guide) 
• Earning potential for a Vice-President or Chief Human Resources Officer $125,700 – $326,600 per year (Randstad 2024 Salary Guide)

 

Is it for you?

HR is the ultimate “people person” career. This program can lead to rewarding work for individuals who: 

• Genuinely like working with people. 
• Are good at motivating others. 
• Enjoy a leadership role. 
• Are adaptable to continuous change.