Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management (Optional Co-op) at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a concentration in Human Resource Management is designed to equip students with essential skills in recruitment, employee relations, and performance management. This program prepares graduates to lead HR strategies across various industries, ensuring they are well-versed in managing an organization’s most valuable asset—its people. With a hands-on approach and a curriculum tailored to meet industry needs, students will develop both strategic and practical insights into effective human resource management.

Program Structure

The BBA in Human Resource Management is structured to be completed in 4 years of full-time study. The program includes:

Common foundational courses in the first year to provide core business knowledge.
Required courses in Human Resource Management in the second, third, and fourth years.
Elective courses from Level 3 and Level 4, which may include a BBA Capstone project.

Students have the option to participate in a co-op program, allowing them to gain valuable hands-on experience in real workplaces over three semesters. The program also offers flexible course delivery options, including in-person, online, and hybrid formats, to accommodate various schedules.

Featured Experiences

Hands-on learning through a co-op program, providing real-world experience in HR roles.
Industry-aligned curriculum that prepares students for immediate employment.
Opportunities to engage in projects with industry partners through capstone courses.
Flexible course delivery options, including evening and weekend classes.

Career Options

Graduates of the BBA in Human Resource Management can pursue a variety of roles in the HR field, including:

HR Generalist: Responsible for managing various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws.
Personnel or Recruitment Officer: Focuses on attracting and selecting candidates for job openings within an organization.
Compensation Manager: Oversees employee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and compliant with regulations.
HR Information System Specialist: Manages HR technology systems and data analytics to improve HR processes and decision-making.
Labour Relations Manager: Works to maintain positive relationships between management and employees, often negotiating labor contracts.

These roles are essential in various sectors, including profit, non-profit, and public service, where effective HR strategies contribute to organizational success.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Academic Requirements

This content is specific to the selected Jan 08, 2025 intake.

Minimum entrance requirements:

High School Applicants:
- Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (Math 30-2 or Applied Math 30)
- Three additional Grade 12 courses (30-1 or 30-2 levels only), which may include any of the following Alberta Ed courses, or equivalent or higher courses: Math 31, Biology 30, Physics 30, Chemistry 30, Science 30, Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2, Aboriginal Studies 30, Physical Education 30, Francais 30-1 or 30-2, Psychology 30, Sociology 30, Law 30, any 35 level additional language course, any 30-level fine arts course, any 30-level business course, or any 30-level AP course.
- An overall minimum average of 65% in the five required high school courses.
Post-Secondary Applicants:
- Completion of minimum 24 post-secondary credits or 8 post-secondary courses at an accredited institution with an Admission GPA (based on the most recent minimum 24 credits or 8 post-secondary courses) of 2.0.
Business Diploma Graduates: (for applicants who want to start at Year 3)
- Completion of a Business Administration diploma with a Graduation GPA of 2.0.

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International Applications Deadline: Jan 08, 2025

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Language Requirements

English is the language of instruction at NAIT. To satisfy the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement when applying to a NAIT program, you can meet the requirement in one of the following ways:

1. Complete consecutive, full-time studies in English: You will meet this requirement if you have completed at least:

3 years of high school (or a combination of high school and post-secondary) in Canada or in a country on NAIT’s ELP exempt country list, including completion of Grade 12 English; or
2 years of post-secondary in Canada or an ELP exempt country.

Your studies must have been in English, full-time, and consecutive.

2. Complete specific English language courses: Achieve acceptable marks in one of the following English language courses:

Canadian high schools: English 30-1 (65% or higher) or English 30-2 (70% or higher).
NAIT: All three ESL Level 6 courses with a passing grade of 60% or higher in each course.
Bayswater: University Pathway Program - Level 8 (80% or higher).
Global Village: English for Academic Purposes (EAP) - Level 7 (80% or higher).
ILSC Canada: English for Academic Purposes – Advanced 1 program (B or higher).
International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC): Pathway 3.2, 3.3, or 3.4 (75% or higher).
St. George International College: University & College Preparation Program (70% or higher).
Oxford House College: English for Academic Purposes (70% or higher).
University of Alberta: EAP137 (Completion).

3. Take an ELP test: NAIT accepts the following ELP assessment tests and the minimum test scores:

IELTS Academic: 6.0 in each section.
NAIT’s ELP Exam: 73% or “B” in each section.
Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLB): 8.0 in each section.
CAEL: 60 overall score.
Cambridge English Language Assessment: B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: 169 in each section.
TOEFL iBT: 20 in each section (Effective Fall 2025: 70 overall score).
Duolingo: 115 overall score.
Michigan English Test (MET): 59 overall score.
PTE Academic: 58 overall score.
LanguageCert B2 Communicator Test: 38 in each section.

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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