How Can I Transition from Purchase to HR with My MBA Background? Seeking Advice!

Greetings to all, can anyone help me with my query? I'm pursuing an MBA in the 4th semester in HR & Marketing from a college affiliated with JNTU University. Apart from that, I am working as an Office Assistant in the Purchase Department of a Cement Manufacturing Company. I have three years of experience in the Purchase Department. I want to pursue a career in HR. Can anyone suggest how I should plan and what courses will help me transition into an HR role? Will my MBA be useful for planning my career in HR? I am in a complete dilemma. Please help me out.

Regards,
Jyothsna

It is better for you to continue in the Purchase function because you have 3 years of experience. It will be easier for you to grow in your career by staying in the same function. If you try to enter HR, you will be considered a fresher.

Career Advancement in Purchase Function

A PG diploma in Supply Chain Management, Material Management, or Logistics may help advance your career.

Regards,
Narayan

As suggested by Mr. Narayan, it is better to continue with the Purchase department itself. If you really want to change your career, it is advisable to discuss this with the management and gradually initiate the transition to HR functions. This approach may help in advancing your career by shifting from Purchase to HR.

Regards

Thank you, Mr. Narayan and Mr. Jeevarathnam, for your valuable suggestions. I am willing to shift to the HR department, which is relevant to my education and my dream. I would like to gain the knowledge that would make me fit for a competent HR role. Additionally, I am eager to pursue my career in a reputed MNC within the IT sector. My educational background is in B.Sc Computers.

Career Transition to HR

In this scenario, do I need to conceal my current job and start fresh in my career? Could you please guide me on the path I should take to achieve my dream by acquiring the necessary qualifications, knowledge, and how to approach potential job opportunities?

Thanks and regards,
Jyothsna