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Bachelor of Business Administration — Human Resources (BBA)


4-year degree
Work-integrated learning
Honours stream
How to apply

Why study human resources?

Champion people and shape organizational culture through strategic HR leadership.

Discover how to support organizational success by focusing on people with Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Business Administration — Human Resources in Calgary. Build practical skills in recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, learning and development, labour relations and HR strategy. The program helps you create inclusive workplaces and align people practices with business goals. Graduates are prepared to explore rewarding roles in HR and pursue the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.

 

Program highlights

  • Learn to champion people and shape workplace culture through strategic HR leadership
  • Gain insight on recruitment, labour relations, leadership, HR strategy and corporate social responsibility
  • Get hands-on experience through co-op placements and simulations
  • Take on community-focused research opportunities in the honours stream
  • Engage in study abroad and field school experiences to broaden your global HR insight

Career possibilities

What jobs can I get with a human resources degree?

Human resources graduates play an important role in supporting organizational success by helping employees develop and thrive. Prepare for fulfilling careers in HR management and related fields, with opportunities such as:

Compensation analyst
Labour relations adviser
Training and development coordinator
HR generalist
Recruitment specialist
Employee relations adviser
Quinn Pelland in her MRU Cougars jersey

Coming from a small town in northern Alberta, the smaller community vibe at Mount Royal made the transition feel more manageable.

— MRU alum, Quinn Pelland
BBA — Human Resources (Honours) and General Management (2023)

Curriculum and courses

What courses will I take in human resources?

Expand your expertise in HR strategy, law, leadership and communication to confidently navigate and shape the workplace.

Explore full curriculum and courses

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Experiential learning

MRU’s human resources program emphasizes hands-on learning to develop skills for effective HR leadership:

  • Practice recruitment, compensation, employee engagement, labour relations and HR strategy through simulations and case studies
  • Complete your work placement via co-op terms with HR teams in Calgary organizations
  • Choose the honours stream to conduct impactful, community-focused research 
  • Broaden your perspective through immersive study abroad and field school experiences

 

Admission requirements

When you apply to MRU, you’ll need to meet both general admission requirements and any additional criteria specific to your chosen program. Requirements can vary, so it’s important to review what’s needed for your area of interest.

Select your admission category:

High school

Post-secondary transfer

Mature student

Admission category: High school

High school applicants must submit five Grade 12 courses for admission. These five courses must include the required subjects for the program you’re applying to. These required subjects are part of Group A.

To complete your five courses, additional subjects may be used from Group A, B, or C.

More admissions info for high school applicants

Admission deadlines

Fall 2026 intake

Early admission
Oct. 1, 2025 - Feb. 1, 2026

Ongoing admission based on program space and availability
Feb. 2, 2026 - programs closed

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What is early admission?

During the early admission period, all applications are treated as though they were received at the exact same time. This means all competitively qualified applicants will be accommodated. At MRU, we actually receive most of our applications and fill many of our programs from applications submitted during early admission. It is an ideal time to apply and helps expedite the process so you hear back earlier too.

 

Early admission deadlines

 

Fall Semester:
Early admission is open from Oct. 1 to Feb 1.

Winter Semester:
Early admission is open from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1.

Costs

We know your investment in post-secondary education is a big deal. Make sure you’re on the right financial track by reviewing the costs, scholarships and financial support available.

Have questions?

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Why MRU

At MRU, learning is about more than lectures and textbooks. It’s about evolving through experience. With small class sizes, supportive faculty and hands-on opportunities, students are encouraged to think critically, push boundaries and uncover what they’re capable of. MRU helps students build the skills, confidence and curiosity to shape meaningful futures in Calgary and beyond.

Discover why MRU

Learn about the additional supports and services we have available specifically for:

International students Indigenous students

Bissett School of Business

Mount Royal is pleased to offer seven Bachelor of Business Administration degrees, including majors in General Management, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, a Bachelor of Aviation Management and a diploma in Aviation.

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