MSc Human Resource Management and Development — From Montreal, Canada

From the creative energy of Mile End to the innovation corridors of downtown, Montreal gives you the perfect launchpad to transform your career without pressing pause on your life. The MSc Human Resource Management and Development, delivered online in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College, empowers you to study where you live and work, while advancing with a curriculum whose theory and strategic frameworks are designed for international application.

Whether you are leading a team in tech, scaling a startup, or shaping people strategy in established industries, this programme lets you study on your schedule, apply insights immediately, and graduate with a powerful credential that travels with you wherever your ambitions lead.

Earn a British degree recognised internationally

Stand out with a British master’s degree that carries global weight. A UK qualification is widely recognised by employers and institutions across continents, signalling rigorous standards, critical thinking, and a strong command of strategic HR practices.

From Montreal to global hubs in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, your degree helps open doors across sectors. It is an exceptional way to build credibility with multinational employers and position yourself for roles that span borders and cultures.

Graduate faster: 100% online in as little as 1 year

Accelerate your progress without compromising on depth or quality. This programme is structured to help motivated professionals complete their master’s in as little as 12 months, entirely online, so you can reach your next milestone sooner.

Move forward at a focused pace, maintain your momentum at work, and apply what you learn in real time to deliver results—whether you’re leading change, refining talent strategies, or championing organisational development in Montreal’s vibrant job market.

No fixed class times—your schedule, your pace

Your life is dynamic—your degree should be too. With no requirement to be online at specific times, you can engage with lectures, readings, and discussions when it suits you, whether early morning, late evening, or during a quiet weekend moment.

Balance study with work, family, and the rhythm of city life. This flexibility makes it possible to learn consistently and sustainably, so you can excel academically while meeting your professional commitments.

Study anywhere—even offline with our mobile app

Turn every moment into learning time. Our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline—perfect for STM commutes, a quiet hour in a café, or flights out of Montréal–Trudeau. Your classroom travels with you, across the city and beyond.

Whether you are working on the go, visiting clients across provinces, or travelling internationally, you stay connected to your learning journey with uninterrupted access to resources and discussions.

Open-book assessments that mirror real HR practice

Real-world HR leaders don’t work from memory alone—they synthesise information, policies, data, and best practice to make sound, ethical decisions. That is why this programme emphasises open-book assessments over traditional, memory-based exams.

Expect to evaluate scenarios, justify recommendations, and apply evidence-based thinking. You will build the analytical confidence and professional judgement that high-impact HR roles demand.

Learn with faculty educated at world-leading universities

Benefit from guidance and feedback from tutors and faculty who have graduated from renowned universities such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their international experience brings both academic excellence and practical relevance to your coursework.

Study with mentors who understand complex organisations and global teams. Their insights help you connect theory to action, elevating your ability to lead people strategy in fast-moving environments.

Join a network spanning 130+ countries

Collaborate with a diverse cohort representing over 130 countries. You will share perspectives, compare approaches, and learn from peers working across industries and cultures—broadening your outlook and your professional network.

Our alumni work for international organisations like DHL, Dell, Disney, Orange, Bosch, CK-HUTCHISON, BASF, Nestle, Unilever, Daimler, Seneca college, Lakehead University, Manulife, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Plan your investment with up to 18 monthly interest-free payments

Advance confidently with predictable costs. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you align your education with your cash flow and financial planning.

This flexible approach supports your long-term goals while keeping short-term commitments manageable—so you can invest in your future, today.

Why this degree matters for your career in Montreal

Montreal’s technology and creative industries—artificial intelligence, gaming, aerospace simulation, and digital media—compete fiercely for talent. With advanced HR strategy, analytics, and organisational development capabilities, you can help employers attract and retain high-performing teams, shape compelling employee value propositions, and build learning cultures that keep skills future-ready in fast-evolving fields.

In aerospace, transport, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing, people strategy underpins innovation, quality, and safety. This master’s strengthens your ability to plan workforce capabilities, lead change, support continuous improvement, and coordinate cross-functional projects across global supply chains—key advantages in Montreal’s internationally connected ecosystem.

Montreal’s finance, education, and public/NGO sectors benefit from HR leaders who can align people practices with mission, governance, and impact. Develop the strategic mindset to support hybrid and international teams, enhance inclusion and engagement in a culturally rich, bilingual city, and drive measurable outcomes that matter to stakeholders and communities.

Ready to take the next step toward a career that travels as far as your ambition? Request our course catalogue and discover how studying online from Montreal can open global opportunities.