Defining Strategic Compensation Management Policies Fall 25

HURM 3101
Open Closing on August 31, 2025
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Corey Gill
He / Him
Professor
(2)
4
Timeline
  • September 8, 2025
    Experience start
  • September 15, 2025
    Riipen Intro and Project Assignment.
  • September 22, 2025
    Pay Model Review
  • October 13, 2025
    Job Analysis/Pay Structure
  • November 3, 2025
    Pay Ranges
  • November 24, 2025
    Recommendations
  • December 5, 2025
    Experience end
Experience
5 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Canada
Any company type
Any industries

Experience scope

Categories
Compensation analysis
Skills
compensation management strategic alignment business administration
Learner goals and capabilities

Join forces with third-year Durham College Human Resources - Business Administration (Compensation Management) students as they delve into the intricacies of compensation management. Eager to apply their theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, these learners are poised to tackle challenges head-on, guided by a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes strategic alignment and practical implementation.

Learners

Learners
Diploma
Beginner levels
25 learners
Project
40 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 5
Expected outcomes and deliverables

After the collaboration, employers can expect:

  • A comprehensive report highlighting key findings and recommendations.
  • A presentation showcasing project outcomes and responding to employer inquiries.


Project timeline
  • September 8, 2025
    Experience start
  • September 15, 2025
    Riipen Intro and Project Assignment.
  • September 22, 2025
    Pay Model Review
  • October 13, 2025
    Job Analysis/Pay Structure
  • November 3, 2025
    Pay Ranges
  • November 24, 2025
    Recommendations
  • December 5, 2025
    Experience end

Project Examples

Requirements

We seek projects that align with the following areas of focus:

  1. Developing a Compensation Strategy: Dive into the intricacies of total compensation management, crafting strategic policies and techniques that align with organizational objectives.
  2. Analyzing Federal and Provincial Compensation Legislation: Navigate the legal landscape surrounding compensation, exploring the implications of government regulations on workplace remuneration.
  3. Conducting Wage Surveys and Job Evaluations: Delve into the labour market, assessing external competitiveness through comprehensive wage surveys and job evaluation methodologies.
  4. Review Payroll and Salary Administration: Explore effective strategies for salary administration and payroll management, ensuring compliance and efficiency in compensation processes.
  5. Benefits Administration Recommendations: Evaluate current benefits offerings and strategize ways to optimize benefits administration, including cost control measures and employee satisfaction initiatives.


Additional company criteria

Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:

  • Q1 - Text short
    Can you be available for a quick phone/virtual call with the instructor before course launch to initiate your relationship and confirm your scope is an appropriate fit for the experience.  *
  • Q3 - Text short
    Will you provide a dedicated contact person who is available for weekly/bi-weekly (as agreed) drop-ins to address learners’ questions as well as periodic messages over the duration of the project.  *
  • Q4 - Text short
    Are you willing to provide relevant information and/or data as needed for the project.  *
  • Q5 - Checkbox
     *
  • Q8 - Text short
    Are you committed to your responding to all milestones deliverables within 72 hours of receipt with feedback and/or questions?  *