Doing postgraduate degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology

Doing postgraduate degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology?
People think they are basically the same, but they are not. Is there anyone who is studying this or already working in one of these areas? I would like to know which would be better to study? Human resource Management or the Industrial Psychology? How do they differ in the work you will be doing and the people you work with. How are they different in job oppurtunities and the income you will get? please do not give me website where I can go and read about the information... I need someone who has first hand experience please!
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This isn't exactally the answer you were looking for, but get an MBA instead. It is infinitely more diverse, you wouldn't be capped or pigeonhold into Human Resourses if you later decide you want to climb the corproate ladder. Also if you are looking at a HR career, I can't imagine that an MBA would be much of a liability, where if you are looking to expand your career into management, a degree in Industrial Psychology might not help there.


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Hello. I have a graduate degree in Human Resources (Master of Science in Human Resource Management). Both degrees are quite interesting. The HRM degree has more of a business focus with a some of the behavioral stuff and the IP is more of behavioral. At this juncture in your education, you really want to clear a path of which direction you want to go. Do you want to be business person? Let's say a strategic business partner? Or, do you want to study the behavior of employees? As far as job opportunities go, both are great. You can probably go the same places with both. Most CEO's and even hiring HR managers don't know the difference. The HR degree gives you a more well rounded business background and the IP degree gives you a more well rounded research background. Hope this helps you decide. I knew when I went for my MSHR that I wanted to start my own training company 5 years ago. It has been invaluable.

What kind of job can I get with a bachelor's degree in Human Resources

What kind of job can I get with a bachelor's degree in Human Resources?
I want to know the entry level positions available, and whether or not this is a good field to get into. I want to know before I change my major.
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Social Worker

who can sponsor me to a Masters degree in Master of Science in Human resource and management

who can sponsor me to a Masters degree in Master of Science in Human resource and management ?

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Check with your school financial aid dept.


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what degree would i need to work in the human resources department

what degree would i need to work in the human resources department? my friend recommended me to work in the human resources department because he told me its interesting. my questions are 1. what is this human resources department 2. what places have a human resources department 3. i live in ny do lots of human resources department exist 4.what degree would i need to work there is public administration a good degree Higher Education (University +) - 4 Answers Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions : 1 HR departments manage all files related to employment with any particular company or organization. I would suspect that there are a great many jobs like this in NY. You need at LEAST a bachelors degree. theoretically, any field, but business management is probably the best. 2 A degree in Human Resources would be helpful. 3 A business degree would work best. At my school you can major in Management with a concentration in Human Resources....I'm not sure but maybe other colleges offer a Human Resources major. If you think its what you really want to do, then find a program as specific to Human Resources as possible. 4 Some schools have majors especially for human resources called Industrial/Organized Psychology- or basically business psychology. 1. Human Resources basically handles information for employees- set up interviews or orientation, addresses, hours, some handle payroll, insurance benefits, and also if an employee has trouble with another employee such as violence or harassment. 2. All businesses do have hr departments, some may be on site or some may be located in the headquarters for the business. 3. Yes HR is a promising field just about anywhere. 4. I would go for Industrial/Organized psych if your school has it. If not, your school should have a career services office and you can ask them what would be right for you.

Using a social work degree to work in Human Resources

Using a social work degree to work in Human Resources?
I'm pursuing my MSW degree right now, but am looking to keep my options open to more career ideas, because being an actual "social worker" may not have many opportunities where I live! Does anyone know if having a social work degree would be an appropriate prerequisite to work on human resources? Obviously i may have to take some classes in employment law and compensation/benefits, but I would think a social work background would still be very useful in HR? Do you know any social workers that work in HR, either at a private business or for the gov't?
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Honestly while the skills you have as a social worker might be beneficial to the employees, the companies themselves are more interested in people with experience and training in business law, compensation issues, liabilities, worker's comp, benefits, insurance claims, etc. To best answer your own question you should start looking at the major job search sites (hotjobs or monster, or your site of choice) and search our and look at the HR jobs currently available, so you can see what the employers are seeking for experience/education.


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Yes, indeed a social work background will help you to interact with the people in the organisation. But , I am not sure that if there is any such requirement in HR field .You can search through internet, thanks

Human Resources Degree

Human Resources Degree?
What is a Human Resources Degree? what kind of classes would it involve? what kind of job would i be seeking after graduating?
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Human resource degree will require you to take communication classes, negotiating skills classes, human resources law and regulations. After graduating, you will pursue a career in being a recruiter or human resource representative at a company, etc.

Would I be able to handle law school if I have a degree in Human Resources

Would I be able to handle law school if I have a degree in Human Resources?
I'm really interested in the HR field and want to be an HR manager. I also someday would like to go to law school. Would getting a degree in HR management help me graduate law school or would it be pretty tough? I know law schools don't have specific undergraduate degrees they want you to have to get in but I want a degree that would best help me out.
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Actually I think that in these days and times, law schools would happily accept someone with an HR background. Remember companies are being sued every time they downsize by employees, so people familiar with the laws already would be a welcome asset.


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Ironically, any degree outside of Pre-Law/Political Science is preferred. (I've heard this from many schools.) The problem is, students of PoliSci programs get a general understanding of politics and the law; however, they tend to think that will push them ahead in the law school setting. The reality, though, is that their undergraduate curriculum is only a drop in the bucket for the kinds of topics/ideas/questions they will encounter in law school. They go through 4 years of training, committing various theories and laws to memory, only to find out that it's a matter of how you *think* and process information that will influence your success. (This isn't to say that they show no promise; it's just that they tend to be no better off when entering the law program as other disciplines, contrary to what they think will be the case.) Law school professors have told me that they spend a lot of time trying to reverse the concrete thought patterns of these students, so that they can be open to the very unique patterns of thought required in virtually all J.D. programs. Having said that, and in answer to your question, a degree in HR would no doubt be very helpful to you in law school. You will learn many valuable skills in your undergraduate program, and you'll be able to bring those skills and knowledge to the metaphorical table of law school - to better analyze, interpret, and generally study the law. Additionally, you'll have the insight later on to tackle more than just law in a trial setting. You could manage your own firm or head up a team of corporate attorneys. Your skills will be a means to set you apart from the competition, making you more valuable to potential employers. Law school is so different from undergraduate studies, and it's good to be prepared to face the challenges head on with a diverse background and an open mind! *Note: One adjunct professor I spoke with last year told me that two of the best attorneys he knows are, strangely enough, music majors - and both trumpet players at that! People don't tend to associate music degrees with law success, but they're living proof of the power of diverse educational backgrounds! Best of luck! :)