Understanding of current strategic human resource issues/trends
Ability to effectively communicate with and influence all levels of management, staff, and other stakeholders
Strong process and project planning/management skills
Prior experience in Human Resources is an asset
Skills required
Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strategic thinking
Broad exposure to business issues and functions
Ability to deal with conflict
Team and leadership skills
High ethical standards
Strategic Thinking
Advanced Excel skills
Knowledge of related employment legislation/standards
Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation (or in process)
Type of Jobs
Internal HR Roles (roles within the HR team of an organization)
Compensation
Benefits
Human Resources Information Systems
Human Resources Planning Organizational/Job Design
Employee Relations
Recruiting and Talent Management
Training and Development
Organization Development
Management Consulting Roles (consulting roles – within consulting firm – focused on providing Human Capital related consulting services to organizations)
Technical Preparation/Knowledge Building
Rotman Curriculum (see Rotman MBA Electives Guide)
Major – Leadership & Change Management
Area specialization – Organizational Behaviour/Human Resources Management
Knowledge in change management theory, organizational behavioural, labour relations
Excel Skills – particularly for roles involved in Compensation and HR metrics
Knowledge of specific industry/employee populations ( e.g. If seeking an HR role in a hospital, have knowledge of the Healthcare Industry and related employee populations)
