Why should an MBA/ PGDM student opt for a career in HR over marketing and finance?
Career choices must ideally be a function of an individual’s competencies and interests. Decisions on careers must be taken thoughtfully and should reflect the prospective potential of what we call one’s ‘flow’, a field where our capabilities and the challenges available lend fulfilment. The choice of a career should involve a combination of introspection, backed by interaction with experienced professionals on the likely road ahead. How has the profile of an HR professional in India evolved over the years? HR is a noble profession committed to enhancing the capability of an organisation to deliver superior performance. From its earlier days of industrial relations, it has evolved into being a strategic partner of the business. The HR function today has the opportunity to touch and shape careers and lives of individuals. HR is the real custodian of human capital, and the role is that of an alchemist. How does the pay package for fresh recruits in HR compare with those in sales and mark
