Course Overview
This course covers theory, practice and standard programs employed by human resource management practitioners in today’s private sector business, government and other organizations. The course covers the major human resource management functions with some emphasis on applied knowledge. Recommended for all persons interested in general management, HR management, and/or supervision.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$653.30 - $696.24 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the programs and processes associated with acquiring and maintaining an effective and efficient workforce.
- Analyze some of the key human resource management issues facing Canadian organizations.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the terminology and some generally accepted practices within some of the main human resource management functional areas. E.g.: Recruitment and Selection, Training & Development, Performance Management, etc.
- Identify the various bodies of employment laws and regulations that apply to employers operating in British Columbia.
- Create effective written and oral reports.
Effective as of Winter 2021
Related Programs
Human Resource Management Fundamentals (HRMG 3105) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (General Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Management Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Fire Executive Management
BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate Part-time
- Human Resource Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Human Resource Management
Certificate Part-time
- Human Resources
Statement of Completion Part-time
- Leadership
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Nonprofit Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Payroll Administration
Certificate Part-time
- Payroll and Human Resources
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Small Business Management
Statement of Completion Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below are two offerings of HRMG 3105 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 41391
Dates
Jan 06 - Apr 02 Loading
- CRN 41391
- $681.03 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Apr 02 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Dawne Bringeland
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
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Status
CRN 47372
Dates
Jan 06 - Apr 02 Loading
- CRN 47372
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Apr 02 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Olivia McIvor
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
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Status
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are five offerings of HRMG 3105 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 69463
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 27 Loading
- CRN 69463
- $653.30 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Dennis MacDougall-Purnell
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- You will have a mandatory online exams on May 17, and June 27. The instructor will only reschedule exam times for students taking his other classes. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Course content will be available in the Learning Hub learn.bcit.ca/d2l/home
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Status
CRN 63389
Dates
Apr 09 - Jul 02 Loading
- CRN 63389
- $696.24 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jul 02 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2010 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Heidi Bachert-Burke
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- ** HYBRID: This course will be offered 50% in person - on campus and 50% synchronously online. ***Please note that the first class will be held on campus*** The instructor will provide class details in the course outline.
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Status
CRN 21139
Dates
Apr 13 - Jun 01 Loading
- CRN 21139
- $696.24 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13 - Jun 01 | Mon, Wed | 18:30 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 202 |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Kishore Anand
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- No classes on May 18 ** HYBRID: This course will be offered 50% in person - on campus and 50% synchronously online. ***Please note that the first class will be held on campus*** The instructor will provide class details in the course outline.
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Status
CRN 27458
Dates
Apr 07 - Jul 04 Loading
- CRN 27458
- $653.30 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jul 04 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Dawne Bringeland
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
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Status
CRN 55804
Dates
Apr 07 - Jul 04 Loading
- CRN 55804
- $653.30 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jul 04 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Christian Codrington
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
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Status
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