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- Senior HR leaders with ten years of experience
- Leaders in other functional areas of the business with HR responsibilities
Format:
In-person
Location:
Rotman School of Management
Toronto, Ontario
Duration:
5-day intensive program with a 1/2 day post-program workshop
Dates:
2026
Participant profile:
Make HR a valued partner.
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of HR has transcended traditional functional boundaries and become a pivotal driver of organizational success. As a senior HR leader, you are at the forefront of this transformation, and your strategic insights and leadership capabilities are crucial to your organization’s prosperity. Rotman’s Strategic HR Leadership Program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to excel in this pivotal role.
The program will immerse you in a dynamic and engaging learning experience shared with experienced peers from a variety of industries and backgrounds. The experience will empower you to drive HR initiatives that align with your organization's strategic goals and will make you a more effective and strategic HR leader while building a strong network of peers who share your passion for HR excellence.
Program schedule
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- Strategy and competitive advantage
- The integrated talent management model
- Integrated talent management: assessment & self-awareness
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- Integrated talent management: intentional leadership development and renewal
- Integrated talent management: employee engagement in a changing world
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- Building a purpose-driven culture
- Integrated talent management: succession planning
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- Using analytics to enhance talent plans and decisions
- Enabling impact through cultural fluency
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- Leading organizational change
- The integrated HR strategy
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What you'll learn
Gain a deep understanding of the evolving role of HR and its pivotal role in driving organizational success
Sharpen your leadership skills and learn how to inspire and lead your HR team effectively
Learn critical frameworks and capabilities for developing intentional leaders, from talent assessment, employee engagement and succession planning
Discover the power of HR analytics and how data can drive better decision-making
Learn to navigate change, lead transformation, and adapt to the ever-evolving business landscape
Explore strategies for fostering diversity and inclusion within your organization
Understand the importance of organizational purpose for today’s workforce, and ways to build a culture that supports and reinforces commitment to purpose
Tackling today’s HR challenges by linking strategy, leadership, talent and culture. Over five days you will learn how to align strategy, people, performance and culture while exploring the critical elements of a successful HR strategy. By enhancing your own capabilities as an HR leader, you will be better able to articulate and implement that strategy, including by supporting culture change initiatives, succession planning, and talent management.
Meet the faculty
Rose Patten, O.C., O.Ont.
Chancellor, University of Toronto Adjunct Professor, Rotman School of Management Special Advisor, BMO Financial Group
Hugh Arnold
Adjunct Professor & Executive-in-Residence of Organizational Behaviour and HR Management at the Rotman School of ManagementGet started
How to apply
Before beginning the application process, please review the application policies. To apply, complete the online application form.
Each application is reviewed by Rotman's admissions committee to ensure participants have the appropriate academic and work experience.
Participant Notification Process
If space is available and eligibility requirements are met, participants will receive a notice of admission within 10 days of receipt of a completed application and fee deposit.
A deposit of 50% of the program fee (up to $4,000) is required at time of application. If the full fee is not paid at the time of application, the balance of the program fee is due 30 days after receipt of invoice or 30 days before program start date, whichever is first. Fees will be refunded to those not accepted into the program.
Visit our Funding Resources page for information on potential financial assistance options.
Learning that lasts. In addition to the core five-day program, your enrolment includes a half-day follow-up session two months out. This is your opportunity to share how you have implemented your learning and solicit feedback and advice from faculty and peers. Your immersive experience will be further enabled by being part of a Personal Advisory Board, which provides a deeper enriching experience during the program and throughout the post-program experience as you prepare to return for the follow-up session and graduation.
Rotman ROI
The future starts now.
Transform your capabilities – and your career.
With this program you'll earn a Rotman certificate to proudly display the valuable skills and knowledge you’ve attained.
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Benefits that reach beyond the classroom.
Access an unparalleled network of accomplished peers, learn cutting-edge insights from accomplished faculty and industry experts, enjoy discounts on future programs and more.
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Deepen your commitment to lifelong learning.
Build on what you’ve achieved in this program and expand on your understanding of emerging challenges by continuing your learning journey and earning the Excellence in Executive Leadership Certificate.
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This program has been approved for 32 CPD hours under Section A of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Log of the Human Resource Professionals Association (HRPA).