What is it that a human resources officer does?
There are various jobs that an HR officer can do. He or she handles employment issues such as staffing, training, pay, and health and safety in the workplace. But really, this career path is not just about that. You have to look at the global picture. The question we should ask is why do we need human resources, rather than how the job is done, because ‘how’ is a straightforward issue. Take Dubai, for example: the HR industry is absolutely fundamental in this city. The economy cannot develop without it. Dubai has built the right infrastructure and is investing in people to build a knowledge-based economy. It is very important to invest in human capital, which is why HR is important. Okay then, why do we need human resources? It is because the HR department in any company helps define its position in the market. With good human resources, the company can breed the right people to work in it. A war has started between companies to get the best talented employees. There is a lot of cheap
