Balancing an MBA in HR: What Extra Courses Can Boost My Career Prospects?

Hi,

I am pursuing an MBA in HR, and I am interested in undertaking additional courses in this field while pursuing my MBA. Could you kindly suggest any other courses that could enhance my knowledge and provide better career opportunities in the future?

Thanks,
Ritu

Before making any suggestions related to your query, I would like to know a few things that are crucial for anyone to provide you with an answer.

1. In which semester are you currently enrolled?
2. What is your minor subject in MBA?
3. What are your goals after completing your MBA?
4. Is it a full-time course or a distance learning program?
5. Lastly, what type of job/business/opportunity are you seeking after completing the course?

When it comes to a career, one must consider interests, likes, ambitions, targets, and the level of dedication required to achieve desired goals.

Best regards,
Manish Srivastava

Enhancing Your HR Certification Portfolio

Ms. Reet, you are considering pursuing specific HR courses to enhance your knowledge and add more value to your CV. There are multiple short-term courses available from different institutions such as XLRI, IGNOU, IIM Pune, and others to enhance one's certification portfolio. These courses include HR Analytics, HR Generalist, Strategic HR Professional, Certified Recruitment HR Professional, and various others.

If I may be frank, these courses can be pursued while working as an HR professional, as most of them have a duration of around 3-4 months. This allows for simultaneous learning and working. It is worth noting that these courses tend to attract professionals who have been working in the industry for a significant period and already possess rich experience.

Engaging in such courses while being employed elsewhere can elevate your experience, profile, and exposure to a new level. Your approach to the industry post these courses will be significantly different compared to an HR manager with 5-6 years of experience.

Choosing the Right Course

If you are still looking to enhance your CV, IGNOU might be the best option. Otherwise, I would recommend focusing on job engagement after completing your MBA, as it is crucial for a professional with an MBA at this stage of their career.

Best wishes