Exploring Career Paths: Can I Find a Job That Combines Finance and HR Skills?

I am doing MBA in Finance and HR. Can I go for any job related to both fields so that I can get enough opportunities in both fields? If yes, what are the fields and what is the scope in the future?

Hi Pankaj,

You can choose the field in which you are comfortable, which is more preferable to you, and which interests you more.

Secondly, if you want to opt for finance, you should have a very good command of accounts.

If you opt for HR, you should have a liking for HR. You should have certain competencies like listening, communication, negotiation, and empathy.

Job is not an issue; sooner or later, you can find entry anywhere. It's time for introspection so that you should not have regrets later.

Cheers,
Deepali

Hi Pankaj,

I agree with Deepali. First, introspect. In my opinion, I feel an MBA has to be multidimensional, ready to accept any kind of challenges in career as well as in life. I wish you all the success. :)

Regards,
Swapna

Hi Pankaj,

As Deepali said, you should select an area where you feel more comfortable. I am an MBA (Finance & Marketing). Even though I have good skills in Marketing, I chose Finance jobs because I enjoy accounting. Now, I am very relaxed in my current job and satisfied with my salary.

GOOD LUCK!

REMEMBER, PANKAJ: MBA IS NOTHING BUT PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT!

Regards,
Raoof
Raoof@alhamedconst.ae

Hi Pankaj,

I am doing MBA in Finance and HR. Can I go for any job related to both fields so that I can get enough opportunities in both fields? If yes, what are the fields and what is the scope in the future?

Agree with the comments and views by Deepali, Swapna, and Raoof...

Let me reiterate that MBA (Finance & HR) provides an outlook...

As far as your query about whether one can get any job related to both fields, it is difficult to answer at this stage as it depends on the career choices you make. As my colleagues rightly pointed out, introspection is a must in determining where you want to go.

Secondly, it depends on the skills and experience you acquire, which would determine your flexibility to switch to another field.

Lastly, your passion and excitement for the work would determine the success. For instance, I am an MBA (Marketing & Finance) but today in a different field i.e., HR. It doesn't mean that my MBA went in vain. There is so much synergy and learning I have put to use and incorporated in my current workplace. Of course, one has to keep learning and reading about the new trends.

Pankaj, life is a beautiful experience, and there will always be ups and downs, but always keep your chin high to tide over them. Lastly, remember that many changes are taking place in today's workplace, and new paradigms are being defined and redefined. New opportunities will arise.

In his book "Winning," Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric, says that the HR Director should be equal in stature to the CFO. That's good for HR, and it should boost our sagging egos. But then he turns around and deflates us by urging CEOs to find the best marketing manager or the best operations person and make him or her the head of HR! His argument? They really understand the business and, thus, the organization's people needs. In other words, they live and breathe strategy.

I am sure you will have a great story to share with us say after 5 years! :D

Regards,

Rajat