Sobey HR Summit

The Evolving Future of People & Culture

The Evolving Future of People & Culture

Sobey School of Business is a leader in Human Resources and Industrial Relations learning. Our BComm HR major and HR Certificate are accredited by CPHR and our graduate programs offer in-depth HR and organizational behaviour learning opportunities.

Join us November 21 to hear from professionals and from peer research the ways that Human Resources Management is evolving:

  • MBA Business Intelligence students will present their analysis on real-world HR organizational challenges.
  • Students will host an engaging “science fair” style poster display on contemporary issues in human resources, with the invitation being to engage with the researchers on the spot to dig into any details that intrigue you.
  • A professional panel of alumni HR practitioners will present and respond to questions from the crowd.
Event agenda    
8:30-8:45   Opening Welcome from the Dean, Sobey School of Business
8:45-10:15    

Presentations by MBA Business Intelligence student teams. 

HR leaders have provided teams with real-life situations to analyse. Teams will present their analysis using interactive dashboards to demonstrate different scenarios. This applied research is guaranteed to be engaging. Prepare to take notes!

10:15-11:00  

Research Poster Symposium
Research posters presented by students from the MBA People In Organizations course. You are invited to tour the display and engage with the student researchers on the spot to dig into any details that intrigue you. Want to nerd out on methodology? Great, dig into the juicy details. One of the recommendations making you curious? The researchers will welcome your reflections and interest! 

11:00-12:00   

Panel Discussion: The Future of the HR Profession

A moderated panel featuring senior HR executives, Sobey alumni, and CPHR leaders exploring topics such as:

  • The evolving strategic role of HR
  • Artificial intelligence and the future of work
  • Workforce capability and leadership
  • Building evidence-informed HR practice
  • Future competencies required for HR professionals
12:00-12:30   Closing and Networking

 

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