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HR Qualifications: Courses, Qualifications, Skills Required, Salary 2023

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Ahana Bhaduri

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HR Managers play a very crucial role in the decision-making of any company or organization. They keep track of employee information and also handle compensation and benefits and employee termination. As per a report by IBEF, Human Resources is one of the fastest-growing fields and it was also observed that the employment of Human Resource managers is expected to grow by 7% from 2021 to 2031 which is faster than any other occupation.

There are certain prerequisites in terms of educational qualification that need to be fulfilled in order to become an HR Manager. Post clearing class 12 board examinations, candidates must complete their graduation and post-graduation in relevant subjects, preferably in Human Resources from any of the top HR Management Colleges in India with a minimum aggregate score of 55% and above. Admissions to these colleges are done on the basis of merit as well as on the basis of various Management Entrance Exams such as CATXAT, SNAP, CMAT etc.

Post completing a degree in Human Resource Management, candidates are placed across top firms and organizations with an average starting salary of INR 3.35 LPA - 5.43 LPA. With gradual experience, expertise and knowledge the salary of an HR Manager can go up to as much as INR 8.11 LPA - 11 LPA. Read More: Salary of an HR Manager

HR Qualifications

As discussed above there are several subjects to choose from in order to become an HR Manager. Listed below are a few of the courses that can be taken up to become an HR Manager.

  • Business Management - A degree or specialization in Business Management will help candidates prepare for planning, execution, supervision and analysis of the functions of a business enterprise. Candidates from all streams such as Science, Commerce and Arts can pursue Business Management. There are several courses available for the candidate to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate courses such as Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Postgraduate Diploma in management etc.
  • Human Resource - With the demand for HR managers in a company or organization, several courses have come up for the candidates to pursue a career as an HR Manager. This course mainly focuses on the development of skills which will be relevant for the candidates to perform their job as an HR in a better and more effective way. There are various undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma courses available focusing on essential areas of HR such as Bachelor in Business Management in Human Resource, MBA in HR etc. There are several certification courses available online or offline which focus on the development of skills such as Human Resource Analytics, Hiring Practices, International Leadership and Organizational Behavior, People Analytics etc. 

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  • Accounting - Accounting may sound surprising but it is also a very important field because HR Managers are not only responsible for hiring and recruiting candidates but they also look after the payroll of the employees and to an extent manage the finances of the company. There are several courses in which the candidates can choose to pursue a career as an HR Manager. Some of the courses include B.Com (Hons.), M.ComBBA in Accounting etc. There are several certification courses in which the candidates can choose to pursue the development of skills in a short period of time. 

Top HR Colleges

India is home to more than 1568 colleges offering courses related to Human Resources. These courses include both private and government colleges. Admissions to these colleges are done both on the basis of merit as well as on the basis of entrance exams. 

Tabulated below are some of the top HR colleges in India for your reference.

Name of the Colleges Duration Average Fees (INR)
School of Business, University of Petroleum and Energy studies 2 years 5.21 L
School of Management, Dr DY patil university 2 years 8.40 L
XLRI Jamshedpur 2 years 4.84 L
Jamia Millia Islamia 3 years 23,000
University Business School 2 years 79,500
Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies 2 years 72,600
Indian Institute of Management 2 years 7.58 L

Skills Required to Become an HR Manager

To excel in any profession, having some additional set of skills will help the candidates to land a high-paying job. This profession requires the candidates to be aware of some additional knowledge as HR has multiple roles to perform. Tabulated below are some of the top skills that are necessary for the profession. 

Performance Management Knowledge of Microsoft office Employee Relations
Leadership Skills Knowledge of Payroll Administration Good Communication skills

Salary of an HR Manager

According to Glassdoor, the average salary of a HR Manager is INR 5.00 LPA. Several factors need to be kept in mind while calculating the salary of a HR including experience, skills, company profile, location etc. Candidates with more than 3 years of experience can earn around INR 7.51 LPA. As there are various levels in the organization of HR. It is also a very determinant factor in calculating the salary of a HR. 

Tabulated below is the average salary of a HR across various Companies for your reference. 

Name of the company Average Salary (INR)
Tata Consultancy Services 12.2 L
ICICI Bank 14.2 L
Mahindra & mahindra 6.11 L
Reliance Retail 8.30 L
Wipro 5.30 L
Cognizant 6.60 L

HR Qualifications: FAQs

Ques. Who is an HR?

Ans. An HR is a skilled professional who looks after the management of the company and recruits suitable candidates for the company. They also determine the salary of candidates with discussion with higher management.

Ques. What are the options after completing a course to become an HR?

Ans. The career options after completing a course to become a HR are:

  • HR 
  • Payroll Specialist
  • Admin
  • Training HR

Ques. What is the salary of an HR after completing Master’s?

Ans. After completion of master’s course, candidates will obviously get a higher pay than they got in undergraduate. The salary of an HR after completing post-graduation is around INR 7 LPA. 

Ques. What are the skills required to be an HR?

Ans. The main skills required to be a successful HR are:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft office
  • Attention to detail
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Performance Management

Ques. What are the certificate courses required to be an HR?

Ans.  The certificate courses required to be a HR are:

  • Recruiting, Hiring and onboarding employees
  • Hiring Practices
  • Google project management
  • Human resources analytics

Ques. What is the highest salary of an HR?

Ans. According to Glassdoor, The highest salary of an HR can go up to INR 17 LPA. 

Ques. How many semesters are there in MBA Human resource ?

Ans. MBA Human resource is a 2-year postgraduate course divided into 4 semesters. 

Ques. What entrance should an HR take?

Ans. An HR aspirant can take the CAT, MAT, XAT, SET, etc. entrance exams to enroll into an HR course. 

Ques. Is HR a good job? 

Ans. Yes, an HR is a great career. Firstly, it's one of the most powerful positions in the company and a high paying job as well. 

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Answered Questions

SV

Suman Vaidya

20 Apr 23

If you are interested in studying energy management, you can choose NTPC School of Management. The college has trained a large number of professionals over the years.

BIMTECH is better if you’re interested in any other domain. It has been offering various industry-relevant programs and good placements.

Particulars

NTPC MBA

BIMTECH MBA

Highest Package

INR 25 LPA

INR 23.43 LPA

Average Package

INR 12 LPA 

INR 9.38 LPA

Fees

INR 1,630,000

INR 11 L - 13 L

With the table mentioned above, you can easily analyze the ROI and choose what’s better for you.

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Neetu Mishra

26 May 22

No, Amity Noida is not a good option for an MBA in HR. Very few recruiting companies offer HR job roles. From the company pool, there will be hardly 2-3 companies offering HR job roles. Also, the placement packages offered are average. Amity Noida MBA placements 2022 concluded with an average CTC of INR 6 LPA.

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Priyanka Singhal

14 Apr 22

XIMB HRM is among the top 5 HR courses in the country. The institute has a great curriculum for HRM. Attrition is low in HR, so you might not find newer roles. However, XIMB offers decent job roles to students. 

HRM students are usually recruited in Talent Acquisition roles, Recruitment roles, etc. Students also receive lots of offers from Consulting companies. In general, roles offered by Consulting companies are Business HR or Analytics. 

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Tanuj Chandra

10 Mar 23

When it comes to choosing a college for studying HR, it's important to weigh all your options carefully. While there may be more renowned colleges out there, if you don't have any other option and HR is your passion, then taking admission to this college might be the right choice for you.

However, just attending classroom lectures is not enough. You need to be proactive and build a strong network in the HR community. You can achieve this by attending HR Conclaves, Conferences and interacting with professionals in the field. Additionally, try to do 2-3 internships with prestigious organizations, as this will provide you with hands-on experience and improve your chances of getting hired.

Communication skills are also crucial in HR, so make sure to work on your verbal and non-verbal communication. Practice your speaking and presentation skills, and work on your body language to make a positive impression. With hard work and dedication, you can succeed in HR regardless of which college you choose.

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Arindam Chakraborty

22 Apr 21

In recent day’s globalization and the extremely advanced business environment, business organizations worldwide face several uncertainties. It is important for the business's survival, employee motivation, and worldwide development to retain a highly competitive and diverse marketplace. 

MBA - HRM at XIMB:

The program helps you with vigorous training in HRM theories and practical knowledge. It successfully builds a holistic business perception in student’s minds with positive business principles and social understanding.

  • The course is intended to extend highly experienced HR professionals.
  • It imparts the skill, knowledge, and experiences that are indispensable to direct an organization’s HR department.
  • This program offers in the disciplines of OB (Organisational Behaviour), HRM (Human Resource Management), and IR (Industrial Relations).
  • Students from other study backgrounds like Marketing, Strategic Management, Operations, Economics, Accounting and Finance, Information Systems, and Business Ethics can study.

Academics

  • The course is covered within six-term with three months duration for each. Thus, the academic year consists of 3 terms in this institute.
  • The first term starts in June and ends in September. The second term begins in September and lasts up to December, and the third term duration is from December to March.
  • This program includes 16 class sessions in a week, with 90 minutes duration for each program. Thus, the pupil’s workload, such as term papers, readings, projects, field visits, and classroom sessions, is expected to entail roughly 70 hours in a week.

Thus, if you are a fresher and scored 55% in graduation with XAT /GMAT//CAT/X-GMT/ NMAT scores, then it is suggested not to waste another year. Don’t wait for another try because the selection process is entirely done on the basis of your performances in XAT /GMAT//CAT/X-GMT/ NMAT. The college administration also takes a writing test, group discussion followed by a personal interview session, so be well-prepared without wasting time.

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Arshit Jain

02 Mar 23

Certainly, pursuing a career in Human Resources (HR) is a great option for individuals interested in this field. There are several top-notch colleges in India that offer specializations in HR and among them, SCMHRD is considered to be the best. This college is well recognized and respected in the industry, particularly for its HR stream. It is also rated among the top 20 B-schools in India and enjoys a high reputation in the corporate world.

SCMHRD is a hub of opportunities, attracting several top-notch companies from various industries including conglomerates, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), consultancy, and information technology. These companies come to the campus to offer a wide range of roles and packages to students. As a result, students are exposed to diverse opportunities and can choose the one that suits their interests and career aspirations the best.

Before making a decision, it is advisable to evaluate all your options based on the majors you want to pursue and the opportunities that are available to you. It is essential to take into consideration factors such as your interests, skills, and goals before making a final decision. With the right approach and mindset, SCMHRD can provide a solid foundation for your career in HR and help you achieve your professional goals.

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Akash Khurana

28 May 22

For PGP HRM, IIM Indore is a great option. The curriculum is at par with reputed HRM B-Schools such as XLRI. Besides traditional classroom teaching, you will get to learn through workshops, certifications, and guest lectures. Students get real-time industrial exposure through summer internships. 

IIM Indore placements are pretty good for PGP HRM. More than 20 recruiters participated in the PGP-HRM placements 2022. The average CTC offered by the recruiters was INR 20 LPA. 

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Samriddhi Sarkar

28 May 21

Having friends in both institutions, I suggest you to go NMIMS Mumbai. XIMB HR has recently switched their name from XIMB to XaHR. This cost them a lot in terms of placements. All of the companies, instead of reaching out to XIMB are showing up at NMIMS Mumbai boosting their demand day by day. 

If I were to compare both the colleges based on certain parameters, I would say:

  • Batch: The batch size at NMIMS is 60 which are admitted on grounds of strict merit. On the other hand, XIMB takes in candidates on reservation grounds. 
  • Location: If you have decided to reach Mumbai for your MBA, no doubt that it is indeed the best place. NMIMS provides better corporate interface and project opportunities. 

Placements - 

Categories

MBA HR at NMIMS Mumbai

MBA HR at XIMB

Course Fee 

20.84 lakh

18.50 lakh

Course Duration

2 years

2 years

Highest CTC

22 LPA

28 LPA

Average CTC 

15 LPA

12 LPA

Recruiting Companies

KPMG, EY, Morgan Stanley, Barclays, etc.

Nestle, Berger, HSBC, American Express, etc.

Some of my friends who were on the wait-list of XIMB decided to switch to NMIMS eventually. And some of them withdrew their names from the wait-list just to reach other colleges (these were in the lower-tier) but not XIMB. Even the students who are already studying at XIMB advise others to not reach there.

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Indrani Chatterjee

17 Apr 23

XLRI Jamshedpur is one of the top business schools in India, and its HR program is highly respected in the industry. Graduating from XLRI with an HR degree can open up many opportunities for you in the HR field, including roles in recruitment, training and development, employee relations, and more. The highest international package offered is Rs. 1.1 Crore for the HR domain, and an average package ranging from 19 to 30 LPA with a vast alumni base are the reasons which make the XLRI (HRM) the most sought-after management program in India.

In terms of the difference between HRM and BM (Business Management) at XLRI, both programs have their unique advantages and career paths. HRM is focused on developing skills related to human resource management, while BM provides a broader business education covering different aspects of management.

Ultimately, the choice between HRM and BM at XLRI depends on your personal interests and career goals. Both programs have excellent faculty and resources, and you can be confident in the education you receive at XLRI, no matter which program you choose.

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Rohan Raj

03 Mar 23

IMI Delhi has its flagship PGDM course wherein you can choose any specialization in the second year ranging from finance, marketing, and operations to HRM. Apart from this flagship course, IMI Delhi additionally offers a separate specialization program i.e., PGDM HRM (Human Resource Management).

Suitability: The program is targeted toward individuals keen to kickstart their careers in the HR domain. 

Curriculum: The curriculum is industry relevant and is customized according to the recent trends in the industry. So unlike the regular PGDM, the HRM program lays more emphasis on core HR subjects. This basically means that tour core subjects will comprise more HR electives than general Management.

International exchange program: This program enables students from foreign universities to study with the students at IMI Delhi and vice Versa.

Placements: The key highlights of IMI Delhi placements 2023 for PGDM HRM are tabulated below:


 

Particulars 

Statistics 

Average Package

INR 15.58 LPA

Highest Package

INR 20.50 LPA

Median Package

INR 14.82 LPA

Top 10% average package

INR 19.89 LPA

Total Students

35

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