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University of Calgary

Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Campus

    Calgary

  • Intl. Tuition

    Fee not confirmed

  • Intake

    September 2027

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Course Overview

Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources at University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

HR graduates pursue careers as people advisors, talent acquisition specialists, organisational development consultants and HR business partners across all sectors. CIPD qualification is the standard professional credential for the UK and beyond.

Student life (indicative)

Calgary combines a thriving urban scene with unbeatable outdoor access — Banff and the Rockies are 90 minutes away, the city has great restaurants and a lively nightlife, and the Stampede is one of Canada's biggest events.

The University at a Glance

Staff Ratio

18.0:1

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary

£39,500

First-year earnings

Placement Year

✓ Available

Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page

City & Location

Large city (500k-1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Staff Ratio

18:1

Students per staff

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Large city (500k-1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

8.0/10

Transport

Moderate (coach or indirect connections)

Social Scene

Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Calgary combines a thriving urban scene with unbeatable outdoor access — Banff and the Rockies are 90 minutes away, the city has great restaurants and a lively nightlife, and the Stampede is one of Canada's biggest events.

  • Calgary combines a thriving urban scene with unbeatable outdoor access — Banff and the Rockies are 90 minutes away, the city has great restaurants and a lively nightlife, and the Stampede is one of Canada's biggest events.

What Students Love

  • Ski & mountain access
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Major sports culture

University Stats

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary

£39,500

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✓ Available

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

HR graduates pursue careers as people advisors, talent acquisition specialists, organisational development consultants and HR business partners across all sectors. CIPD qualification is the standard professional credential for the UK and beyond.

  • HR graduates pursue careers as people advisors, talent acquisition specialists, organisational development consultants and HR business partners across all sectors.
  • CIPD qualification is the standard professional credential for the UK and beyond.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Engineering
  • Energy
  • Business

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

HIGH

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£980/mo
Food & Groceries£342/mo
Transport£93/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,619
Annual living costs£19,434/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,050/month (housing $1,241, food $433, transport $118). Calgary costs more than most Canadian cities but the Rockies access and job market make it worthwhile.

  • Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,050/month (housing $1,241, food $433, transport $118).
  • Calgary costs more than most Canadian cities but the Rockies access and job market make it worthwhile.