Human Resource Management programs in Ontario
42 programs across 19 campuses, with published admission ranges starting at 70%. Sorted by the range each one publishes, lowest first, so you can see where you land.
Programs
42
Campuses
19
Lowest range
70%
What this leads to
The picture for human resource management as of 2026-08-17, not a description of this particular program.
HR managers handle talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning while ensuring compliance and fostering a positive work environment. There are over 5,500 open human resources jobs across Canada.
In its favour
- 64% of employers plan to expand permanent HR headcount in 2026.
- Professionals with specialized skills in HR strategy, technology implementation (e.g., AI), and learning and development are paid significantly more than peers without them.
- The role of HR has become more key to business success, with organizations relying on the department to find and recruit professionals with specialized expertise.
Worth knowing
- 55.7% of Canadian HR professionals identify AI as the top trend shaping the field over the next three to five years, but only 0.4% think learning about AI is a critical future skill worth focusing on—a major gap in readiness.
- 2026 will be a challenging year for the HR sector, requiring adaptability and innovation.
- Skills shortages and labour gaps are significant challenges HR professionals must address.
How AI is changing this work
AI is being used to rank resumes, match candidates with jobs, conduct initial interviews, generate interview questions, and produce interview scores—automating core recruitment tasks. AI-powered screening tools automatically evaluate candidate skills, experience, and job compatibility. However, no algorithm can replace what a strong HR team brings to an organization, and AI simply gives them more space to focus on what matters. Technology and automation are central to HR's larger role, but critical thinking, adaptability and effective leadership remain crucial. The routine screening and administrative work is being automated, but strategic relationships, conflict resolution, and people judgment are not. Starting this degree means you'll need to get comfortable with AI tools quickly—employers are already using them and many current HR professionals haven't kept up.
Where this came from (6 sources)
- 1. Best Human Resources Jobs for 2026 | Randstad Canada
- 2. 946 hr manager jobs in Canada, May 2026 | Glassdoor
- 3. 2026 Canada Job Market: HR Hiring Trends and In-Demand Roles
- 4. 2026 Canada Human Resources (HR) Hiring and Employment Trends | Robert Half
- 5. 2026 Canada Human Resources (HR) Salaries and Compensation Trends | Robert Half
- 6. 992 hr manager Jobs in Canada, May 2026 | Glassdoor
All 42 programs
- 70%NipissingBachelor of Business Administration
- 70%UOFBachelor of Business Administration (Hon)
- 70%NipissingBachelor of Commerce (Distance)
- 70%LakeheadBusiness - International Dual Degree (Thunder Bay and Orillia)
- 70%LakeheadBusiness (Thunder Bay and Orillia)
- 70%LaurentianBusiness Administration – Human Resources Management
- 70%AlgomaBusiness Administration – Human Resources Management (BBA 4 year)
- 70%AlgomaBusiness Administration – Human Resources Management (Brampton) (BBA 4 year)
- 70%AlgomaBusiness Administration (BBA 4 year)
- 70%AlgomaBusiness Administration (Brampton) (BBA 4 year)
- 70–75%TMUBusiness Management (Co-op Available)
- 70%TrentCanadian Studies and Business
- 70–73%Ontario TechCommerce
- 70–73%Ontario TechCommerce (Co-op)
- 70%NipissingConcurrent Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Education Intermediate/Senior
- 70%NipissingConcurrent Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Education Junior/Intermediate
- 70%NipissingConcurrent Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Education Primary/Junior
- 70–75%Guelph-HumberHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology and Diploma in General Arts & Science
- 70–73%Ontario TechOrganizational Behaviour and Human Resources Management
- 70–73%Ontario TechOrganizational Behaviour and Human Resources Management (Co-op)
- 73–78%WindsorBusiness Administration
- 73–77%YorkHuman Resources Management (BHRM - Co-op available)
- 73–80%York (Glendon)International Studies (BA, iBA)
- 73–80%York (Glendon)International Studies & Business Administration (iBA/BBA Dual Degree)
- 73–77%BrockLabour Studies
- 73–80%York (Glendon)Psychology (BA, iBA)
- 73–80%York (Glendon)Psychology (BSc, iBSc)
- 75–80%OttawaSciences commerciales – Gestion des ressources humaines (4 ans)
- 75–80%OttawaSciences commerciales – Gestion internationale (4 ans)
- 80–86%GuelphBachelor of Commerce (BComm) Undeclared (first year only)
- 80–83%BrockBusiness Administration
- 80%OttawaCommerce – Human Resource Management (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 80–83%YorkCommerce (BCom - Co-op available)
- 80–86%GuelphManagement (BComm) (co-op option)
- 80%King'sManagement and Organizational Studies
- 83–90%McMasterBusiness I
- 83–90%U of T (Scarborough)Management (regular and co-op)
- 83–90%U of T (Scarborough)Management & International Business (Co-op Only)
- 83–87%WesternManagement and Organizational Studies
- 85%OttawaCommerce (Bcom)- International Dual Degree (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 85%OttawaCommerce and Juris Doctor (6-year double degree) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 87–90%BrockBusiness Administration Co-op International Dual Degree
Other subjects
- Business Studies 203
- Interdisciplinary Studies 187
- Computer Science 135
- Education Studies 117
- Environmental Studies 116
- Psychology 109
- General or Integrated Engineering 104
- Law & Criminology 101
- Media and Communication Studies 98
- Economics 95
- Biological Sciences 92
- Others in Subjects Related to Medicine 92
Ranges are what universities publish, not guaranteed cutoffs. Work out your top 6 to see which of these you actually clear.