Hi everybody,
I'm a new entrant to Citehr. This is one of the most informative and updated sites on any kind of HR-related issues. I wanted a suggestion from the senior members. I am a Postgraduate in Personnel Management. I'm presently working with a software company based in Pune as an HR executive. I was thinking about pursuing some further degree in HR. Can anyone guide me on whether I should do a PGDBA course from Symbiosis distance learning, which would be a good option? Or MA in Psychology? Or some better part-time education which I can pursue with my job.
Regards,
skg
From India, Pune
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4I'm a new entrant to Citehr. This is one of the most informative and updated sites on any kind of HR-related issues. I wanted a suggestion from the senior members. I am a Postgraduate in Personnel Management. I'm presently working with a software company based in Pune as an HR executive. I was thinking about pursuing some further degree in HR. Can anyone guide me on whether I should do a PGDBA course from Symbiosis distance learning, which would be a good option? Or MA in Psychology? Or some better part-time education which I can pursue with my job.
Regards,
skg
From India, Pune
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Hi SKG,
I am a new entrant to Citehr. This is one of the most informative and updated sites on any kind of HR-related issues.
Thanks!! We look forward to your inputs to enrich this site...
I wanted a suggestion from the senior members.
I am a postgraduate in Personnel Management. I am presently working with a software company based in Pune as an HR executive.
I was thinking about pursuing some further degree in HR.
Can anyone guide me whether I should do a PGDBA course from Symbiosis distance learning, which would be a good option? OR MA Psychology.
Or some better part-time education which I can pursue with my job.
Tell me one thing, what exactly do you have in mind? As you are well qualified by profession...
To pursue higher education is welcome, it adds to your skill sets.
The way I see it, it's got more to do than your approach to the career.
May we share some thoughts on this? It may help.
10 Tips for Managing Your Career
If you're not satisfied, you're not going to work as hard, and your career is likely to stall out.
By Samuel Greengard
These tips can take your career to a higher gear:
- Seek personal satisfaction.
If you're not satisfied, you're not going to work as hard, and your career is likely to stall out. Gary Krauthamer, an executive search expert, points out that happiness isn't the same thing as personal satisfaction. "It's unrealistic to think that you're supposed to be happy at work all the time. That's simply unrealistic."
- Master your job and do excellent work.
It sounds simple enough, but negativity and boredom often lead to a downturn in quality, says Steve MacGill, an HR consultant with Chicago-based Ernst & Young. And, at the senior HR level, there's no room for inefficiency.
- Set goals.
Have an idea where you want to go with your career. Once you do that, you'll focus on finding ways to achieve your goal. If one opportunity doesn't work out, another will.
- Learn and grow.
Scottsdale, Arizona-based HR management consultant Bob Marshall points out the ideal HR executive or manager of the '90s is a senior generalist who understands both a wide range of HR functions and the business. "If you can't become a strategic partner and sit at the table, you've missed the train."
- Be flexible.
The workplace is changing rapidly, and the human side of the equation is gaining more attention than ever. Jim Stewart, a senior consultant for Boston-based Watson Wyatt Worldwide, argues that flexibility is sometimes more important than actual knowledge. Organizations need individuals who can adapt and get up to speed quickly, he says.
- Develop a network.
Yes, top HR professionals are recruited aggressively. But many of the best jobs come from a network of colleagues-those who know about great positions when they become available. Professional contacts can prove invaluable and help everyone realize gains.
- Don't just look vertically, look horizontally.
"At times, the best moves are lateral," says Stewart. "There isn't any change in pay, there's no new title or fancier office. [Individuals] gain valuable experience that will benefit them and allow personal and professional growth." Adds Marshall: "What initially seems like a lateral move may eventually turn out to be the basis for a big vertical move. It's simply laying the groundwork."
- Understand your company's goals.
The better you know your company, the more likely you are to succeed.
- Evaluate your career regularly.
It's not a good idea to change companies every eight months. But it might not be a good idea to slip into a pair of golden handcuffs either. Experts say it's now acceptable to change firms once every three to five years. The most important thing, says Marshall, is to make sure you get the experience and exposure you need to succeed.
- Look before you leap.
If you decide to make a move, learn everything possible about that company. Ask important questions during interviews, talk to colleagues who currently work at the company or deal with it, and ask yourself how your values and attitudes would fit in. "It sounds like common sense, but it's amazing how often people make mistakes," says Krauthamer.
Cheerio,
Rajat
From India, Pune
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I am a new entrant to Citehr. This is one of the most informative and updated sites on any kind of HR-related issues.
Thanks!! We look forward to your inputs to enrich this site...
I wanted a suggestion from the senior members.
I am a postgraduate in Personnel Management. I am presently working with a software company based in Pune as an HR executive.
I was thinking about pursuing some further degree in HR.
Can anyone guide me whether I should do a PGDBA course from Symbiosis distance learning, which would be a good option? OR MA Psychology.
Or some better part-time education which I can pursue with my job.
Tell me one thing, what exactly do you have in mind? As you are well qualified by profession...
To pursue higher education is welcome, it adds to your skill sets.
The way I see it, it's got more to do than your approach to the career.
May we share some thoughts on this? It may help.
10 Tips for Managing Your Career
If you're not satisfied, you're not going to work as hard, and your career is likely to stall out.
By Samuel Greengard
These tips can take your career to a higher gear:
- Seek personal satisfaction.
If you're not satisfied, you're not going to work as hard, and your career is likely to stall out. Gary Krauthamer, an executive search expert, points out that happiness isn't the same thing as personal satisfaction. "It's unrealistic to think that you're supposed to be happy at work all the time. That's simply unrealistic."
- Master your job and do excellent work.
It sounds simple enough, but negativity and boredom often lead to a downturn in quality, says Steve MacGill, an HR consultant with Chicago-based Ernst & Young. And, at the senior HR level, there's no room for inefficiency.
- Set goals.
Have an idea where you want to go with your career. Once you do that, you'll focus on finding ways to achieve your goal. If one opportunity doesn't work out, another will.
- Learn and grow.
Scottsdale, Arizona-based HR management consultant Bob Marshall points out the ideal HR executive or manager of the '90s is a senior generalist who understands both a wide range of HR functions and the business. "If you can't become a strategic partner and sit at the table, you've missed the train."
- Be flexible.
The workplace is changing rapidly, and the human side of the equation is gaining more attention than ever. Jim Stewart, a senior consultant for Boston-based Watson Wyatt Worldwide, argues that flexibility is sometimes more important than actual knowledge. Organizations need individuals who can adapt and get up to speed quickly, he says.
- Develop a network.
Yes, top HR professionals are recruited aggressively. But many of the best jobs come from a network of colleagues-those who know about great positions when they become available. Professional contacts can prove invaluable and help everyone realize gains.
- Don't just look vertically, look horizontally.
"At times, the best moves are lateral," says Stewart. "There isn't any change in pay, there's no new title or fancier office. [Individuals] gain valuable experience that will benefit them and allow personal and professional growth." Adds Marshall: "What initially seems like a lateral move may eventually turn out to be the basis for a big vertical move. It's simply laying the groundwork."
- Understand your company's goals.
The better you know your company, the more likely you are to succeed.
- Evaluate your career regularly.
It's not a good idea to change companies every eight months. But it might not be a good idea to slip into a pair of golden handcuffs either. Experts say it's now acceptable to change firms once every three to five years. The most important thing, says Marshall, is to make sure you get the experience and exposure you need to succeed.
- Look before you leap.
If you decide to make a move, learn everything possible about that company. Ask important questions during interviews, talk to colleagues who currently work at the company or deal with it, and ask yourself how your values and attitudes would fit in. "It sounds like common sense, but it's amazing how often people make mistakes," says Krauthamer.
Cheerio,
Rajat
From India, Pune
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Hi Rajat,
That was a really nice piece of advice! With regards to what you said in your post "do not shift jobs too often," I am also new in this job of mine. I am an MBA in HR. I had quite a lot of expectations from the job that I am in, but internal politics has dampened my spirit. This politics resulted in me being shifted to a location I do not want. Right now, during my training period, my boss seems to be scared that if I do some work and have something to show for my stay here, he will be shifted out, and as such, he does not give me any work, nor does he let me start anything new.
And that's why I am planning to shift my job. So, will this be a right move or not?
Regards,
Pallavi
From India, Pune
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That was a really nice piece of advice! With regards to what you said in your post "do not shift jobs too often," I am also new in this job of mine. I am an MBA in HR. I had quite a lot of expectations from the job that I am in, but internal politics has dampened my spirit. This politics resulted in me being shifted to a location I do not want. Right now, during my training period, my boss seems to be scared that if I do some work and have something to show for my stay here, he will be shifted out, and as such, he does not give me any work, nor does he let me start anything new.
And that's why I am planning to shift my job. So, will this be a right move or not?
Regards,
Pallavi
From India, Pune
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Thank you, Rajat, for the valuable inputs.
After finishing my MPM, I started working with a Forging company in the Admin Dept. I worked there for 1 year as an Administrative executive.
Then, I got an opportunity to work as an HR executive in a software company. I was the sole person in the HR dept. There was no HR dept earlier. Once I joined, I formulated rules and regulations, policies for the company. Then, I designed an appraisal format for the company.
Last year, my MD told me we should discontinue the Appraisal system because employees were becoming demanding. When I tried to explain the actual reason - as per the market, we are paying quite low and not on time - he said earlier these people didn't have any problem. So, I feel we should stop the appraisal system. We don't require any new systems either.
I have been working with this company for the past 3 years, but I don't see any growth. Not much decision-making authority is given. So, I thought I would look out for a change. But now, when I am trying for any new opening, it's like:
"Do you know about HRIS? Have you worked on it? Have you used competence mapping? Do you have experience with payroll / HRMS software?"
I know what these functions are used for, but I have not practically used them.
Regarding payroll, we had a simple Excel format. The salary consisted of Basic + DA + (Incentive to sales professionals). All decisions regarding salaries were taken by him.
Just to update myself, I was thinking of pursuing further education.
I have decided to quit this job and look out for a good opportunity that will boost my career and give me the kind of growth (implementing my ideas, learning) I had expected.
Kindly suggest something to keep myself abreast of the latest happenings in HR and how I can get practical experience on the above subject matter.
Regards,
SKG
From India, Pune
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After finishing my MPM, I started working with a Forging company in the Admin Dept. I worked there for 1 year as an Administrative executive.
Then, I got an opportunity to work as an HR executive in a software company. I was the sole person in the HR dept. There was no HR dept earlier. Once I joined, I formulated rules and regulations, policies for the company. Then, I designed an appraisal format for the company.
Last year, my MD told me we should discontinue the Appraisal system because employees were becoming demanding. When I tried to explain the actual reason - as per the market, we are paying quite low and not on time - he said earlier these people didn't have any problem. So, I feel we should stop the appraisal system. We don't require any new systems either.
I have been working with this company for the past 3 years, but I don't see any growth. Not much decision-making authority is given. So, I thought I would look out for a change. But now, when I am trying for any new opening, it's like:
"Do you know about HRIS? Have you worked on it? Have you used competence mapping? Do you have experience with payroll / HRMS software?"
I know what these functions are used for, but I have not practically used them.
Regarding payroll, we had a simple Excel format. The salary consisted of Basic + DA + (Incentive to sales professionals). All decisions regarding salaries were taken by him.
Just to update myself, I was thinking of pursuing further education.
I have decided to quit this job and look out for a good opportunity that will boost my career and give me the kind of growth (implementing my ideas, learning) I had expected.
Kindly suggest something to keep myself abreast of the latest happenings in HR and how I can get practical experience on the above subject matter.
Regards,
SKG
From India, Pune
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