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HR Strategic Plan

Human Resources Strategic Plan

2023-2027

Advancing McMaster’s People and Culture priorities.

HR Annual Reports

NEW: 2025 

2024

2023

2022

 

We are excited to launch this new framework for 2023-2027, which we feel will strongly contribute to McMaster’s rankings as a top global university.

We remain committed to championing a work environment which promotes inclusive excellence and operational efficiency in all we do and support across our community, while advancing the successful achievement of our student, teaching, learning and research priorities.

Thank you for being part of this journey as we build a brighter world, together.

Vision

To advance a healthy, safe, and inclusive culture that inspires a diverse and talented McMaster community to contribute to a Brighter World.

Mission

We cultivate a community in which every employee’s experience is that of acceptance, inclusion, belonging, and meaningful connection with the University’s mission and institutional priorities.

Core Values

We collaborate with partners across the McMaster community while modelling the McMaster Values, Finance and Operations Division Values and our McMaster Leadership Capabilities.

A pyramid diagram depicting 3 levels of HR Governance.

Our HR Governance Structure ensures accountability, transparency and effective decision-making for HR Strategic Priorities.

A service-focused OneHR operating model is in place to align and connect HR processes, systems and teams to best support employee needs.

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Championing our University People and Culture

We champion sustainable people and culture strategies, in support of an inclusive, psychologically healthy & safe work culture and employee experience.

Collaborating with our University and Community Partners

We ensure ongoing communication and consultation through inclusive and collaborative partnerships, forums, and community engagements to help inform HR initiatives and enhancements.

Advancing Service Delivery and Operational Excellence

We are committed to continuously reviewing and progressing our policies, programs, processes, and professional HR services as we strive for operational excellence and seamless delivery. 

Promoting Learning, Development and a Growth Mindset

We promote a community of continuous learning and belonging where our employees contribute their strengths and expertise, can be their authentic selves, have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and be celebrated for their accomplishments. 

Tracking our progress

Objectives and key accomplishments for each of our HR Strategic Pillars are tracked and reported on year-round.

Coming soon!

 

As we introduce and enhance our HR Strategic plans through 2023 and beyond, we will continue to share regular updates and related information through various connection points across our community and on our HR website.  

Thank you for your continued partnership, collaboration and innovation in generating a positive employee experience for all. 

For inquiries and/or to discuss feedback, please reach out to: hr.mcmaster@mcmaster.ca.