MBA in HR – Distance learning

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MBA in HR Distance learning
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MBA in HR Distance learning
Human Resource Department is the department that
deals with recruiting and managing the potential
workforce in any organization. It is an important
part of the organization as the retention of any
employee is a highly concerned subject. The main
focus of the MBA in HR is training and
development, performance evaluation, recruitment
selection, and employee benefits.
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What is MBA in HR?
An MBA in HR is a management field that deals
with managing the people in an organization. It
takes care of all the processes related to an
employee from recruitment to retirement. The HR
department plays a vital role in the success of
an organization. All the policies related to the
workplace and its environment are framed by this
department. The masters in human resources is
offered as the MBA or MSc degree. This department
provides the necessary tools, training,
administrative services, talent management,
legal, and management advice that an organization
needs for successful operations. The role of the
HR department has been crucial as the rate of
attrition and layoffs is increasing day by day.
So, in order to retain the workforce, the HR
department uses different policies and tactics.
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MBA in HR scope

• Since the HR department is a separate department
  in every organization (big or small) so the
  requirements of the HR managers are everywhere.
  There are many underlying benefits of the MBA in
  HR but we will discuss some of the main benefits
• It is a stable job and nearly every organization
  needs a good HR manager to maintain its
  workforce.
• A good opportunity to get an increase in pay. An
  HR manager gets a handsome package as compared to
  other jobs.
• As an HR manager, you will get to know about the
  leadership and team handling experience.
• The HR manager also finds a place in the policy
  designing and decision-making process of an
  organization. Policies such as recruitment,
  performance evaluation, training, etc. cannot be
  designed with the HR consultation.
• After MBA in HR, one can also opt for the trainer
  career and impart training to the employees in
  different organizations.

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Career option after MBA in HR

• Here is a list of different career options one
  can go after completing of degree in HR
• Human Resource Manager
• Human Resource Generalist
• Staffing Director
• Technical Recruiter
• Compensation Manager
• Employee Relations Manager
• Employment Manager
• Director of HR Training and Development
• Human Resource Consultant

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• International HR Professionals
• Human Resource Specialist IT
• Employee Education Consultant
• Human Resource Executive
• Human Resource Entrepreneur

The candidate can also apply for the govt. sector
jobs in the departments such as the Ministry of
Human Resource Development (MHRD), Bharat
Electronics Limited, NTPC, Public banks (SBI,
PNB, etc.), Oil companies, and so on. Moreover,
they can also apply for the different roles in
the private sector in companies like Amazon,
Dell, Tech Mahindra, Cognizant, Accenture, TCS,
and so on.
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Duration The duration of the full-time MBA in HR
is 2 years. It can be online/ distance /part-time
learning. Some of the institutes also offer
diploma courses of 1 year in HR. Working
professionals who do not want to leave their job
prefer to get an MBA degree in online or distance
learning/ Part-time mode.
Admission process MBA in HR admission process is
similar to the other MBA program. The candidate
must be a graduate with a minimum of 50 marks
from a recognized university. Moreover, passing
aptitude test such as CAT/MAT/XAT is also
mandatory. However, some institutes take their
own test before admission. After this, the
candidates appear for the interview process based
on their performance the final selection is done.
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Top institutes in India offering Distance/online
MBA in HR
Several colleges offer MBAs in HR in India. Here
we are listing some of the colleges that offer
Distance or online MBA programs

• IGNOU
• IGNOU, Delhi is one of the oldest management
  institutes in India offering distance education.
  It is approved by UGC-DEB and AICTE. The
  institute is accredited by NAAC with a grade of
  A. The IGNOU offers MBA in HR as a distance
  learning program where the course material is
  provided in print form. There are more than 3
  lakh students enrolled in different courses in
  IGNOU for distance learning.
• Key features
• The learning is via radio and national programs
  through the Gyan Vani and Gyan Darshan programs.
• Online access to the repository egyankosh where
  digital books help the student get in-depth
  knowledge.
• Committed to giving quality education in
  management.
• Learning centers across the country with 20
  overseas institutes.
• The fee for the course is affordable so in the
  reach of people.
• Easily accessible IGNOU app IGNOU E-Content
  mobile App for all the relevant information.

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Duration The duration of the course is 2 years
but it remains valid for 3 years. Fee The total
course fee for the MBA program in HR is  ?
50,000/- Admission For admission, the candidate
must graduate with a minimum of 50 marks and has
to appear for the OPENMAT exam conducted by the
IGNOU. The mode of teaching is English. Website 
http//www.ignou.ac.in/
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• Symbiosis center for distance learning
• The SCDL offers PGDM in HRM for distance
  learners. The program focuses on developing HR
  leaders by stimulating critical thinking and
  focusing on innovations in the field. This
  program helps the learner integrate core business
  competencies with interpersonal skills crucial to
  managing people. The symbiosis is well known for
  its good placement on the campus itself.
• Key features
• The institute provides print study material to
  all distance learning students.
• Online classes are also available for a limited
  time period on some topics.
• Computer-based assignments for easy to submit.
• Examinations are scheduled as per the requirement
  of the learner so that the candidate can learn at
  their own pace.
• The symbiosis world campus is a powerful web
  portal for the Online learning platform.

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Duration The duration of the course is 2 years,
but the registration is valid for 4
years. Fees The fee for the course is ? 50,000/-
payable in full. Installments facility is also
available (? 35,000 1st installment and ? 20,000
2nd installment). Moreover, the fees are payable
by DD or online with credit/debit/net
banking. Admission Process The admission process
is fully online. Go to the official website and
register yourself by entering the basic details
and the pay the application fees. After this, the
candidates are required to fill out the full
application form with documents and fees. The
institute will verify the documents and confirm
the candidate for admission.
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• Jain University, Bangalore
• Jain University offers MBA in HR for distance
  learners. The university is among the top 10
  colleges for management in India offering
  distance education. It is a UGC-DEB and
  AICTE-approved university. The course of the
  specializations gives you in-depth knowledge. The
  curriculum is designed per the dynamic
  environment to help the learner in real-time
  situations.
• Key features
• Case studies and industry-based topics are taught
  by experts and experienced faculties.
• Anytime access to study materials, e-resources,
  and digital skills allows learning at students
  pace.
• Virtual and recorded lectures can be accessed
  anytime for clearing the concepts and doubts.
• Examinations are conducted at the prescribed
  centers by the University.
• All details of the programs are present in the
  LMS (learning management system).
• The evaluation is based on continuous
  assessments, home assignments, and practical and
  term exams that include multiple choice and
  subjective questions.

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Duration Course duration is 2 years, and consists
of 4 semesters. Fee The total fee for the
program is around ? 70,000/-. The fee is payable
in four installments one each semester. Admission
Process For admission, the candidate should fill
out the online application form. The Jain
university supports the NEW NEP policy and takes
admission on the basis of the entrance exam.
However, for the MBA program, one must have a
graduation degree with a minimum of 50
marks. Website https//cde.jainuniversity.ac.in/
.
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• DY Patil Centre for Online Learning, Pune
• DY Patil is a prominent institute in Pune. Its
  online center was established to help the remote
  located and working professionals. The center
  offers MBAs in different specializations and HR
  is one of them. The center captures the 1 rank
  in the Top Distance and Online Learning
  Institutes by Competition success review 2021.
  MBA is the most sorted course of the university.
• Key features
• World-class mentor and expert faculty for
  teaching the subjects.
• Online study mode helps in choosing where, how,
  and what to study.
• World-wide accepted MBA degree.
• A program based on a futuristic approach toward
  management.
• Learning with virtual classes, webinars, and
  group discussions, with expert faculty.
• Five key areas during the course lead to the
  development the problem solving and
  decision-making easy techniques.

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DurationThe course duration is two years,
consisting of four semesters. Fees The total fee
for the course is ? 1,30,000/- to be payable in
four installments. A loan facility is also
available in the institute. Admission
Process Online admission is invited from the
eligible candidates. The candidates are requested
to fill out the application form with the
required documents. The university after the
verification of the documents and candidate
details gives the confirmation of the
admission. Website https//www.dypatilonline.com
/
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• NMIMS University
• NGA-SCE is an autonomous institute that offers
  MBA in 10 different specializations and HR is one
  of them. The university is among the top
  university in India and accredited with a grade
  of A by NAAC. The course offered in distance
  mode is 100 online. MBA in HR learn the
  fundamentals of talent training and recruiting,
  retention, industrial relations, organizational
  skills, and their practical application in a
  corporate environment.
• Key features
• Live interactive session allows experiencing the
  traditional classroom with peer and faculty
  interaction.
• Digital repository with a wide range of online
  newsletters, journals, case studies, and a lot
  more.
• The student zone can be accessed on a desktop and
  laptop.
• Online availability of the academic year calendar
  gives the detail of the classes.
• Recorded lectures with a discussion forum for
  doubt clearance.

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• XLRI, Jamshedpur
• XLRI, initiated the virtual learning program in
  2002, Online Learning /Distance Learning/Part
  Time Management Program. The main aim of the
  program is to help working professionals and
  privileged people to get a good professional
  degree. The institute offers Postgraduate
  Certificate in Human Resource Management
  (PGCHRM). It gives the participants a thorough
  understanding of the challenges in managing human
  resources for dynamic, success-driven
  organizations.
• Key features
• It offers an intensive program from a corporate
  management point of view.
• Online studies with a 5-day visit to the campus
  are mandatory.
• Learning is based on Project-based courses
  Lecture series, Case methods, Group work, and
  Assignments.
• The examination is to be carried out on the
  Jamshedpur campus.
• Certification of course completion by XLRI
  Jamshedpur in Postgraduate Certificate in Human
  Resource Management.
• The alumni status of XLRI, Creates a wide network
  for the future.

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Duration The course duration is 12 months
including three terms and the dissertation is
optional. Fees The total fee for the course is ?
3, 30,000/- to be payable in five installments.
The course fee is inclusive of books, study
materials, and the Campus boarding and
lodging. Admission Process A graduate from a
recognized university with a minimum of 1-year of
working experience can apply for the course
online. A valid score of CAt/XAT/GRE is also
acceptable. Website https//vil.xlri.ac.in/
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• Chandigarh University, Distance MBA in HR
• Chandigarh University offers a unique and
  inspirational academic model designed to match
  international standards. A wide spectrum of
  programs paired with flexibility, experiential
  learning, and interdisciplinary orientation. The
  university offers MBA in Strategic HR in
  association with AON Consulting. It includes the
  combination of the HR techniques to create a
  stronger organization, like recruitment,
  compensation, and employee relations.
• Key Features
• The course helps the student to be articulate in
  all subjects of strategic Human Resources.
• It believes in the be local and think
  globalconcept of study pattern so has tie-up
  globally with colleges in 65 countries.
• Technology Driven with training on the latest HR
  Analytics Software.
• Study based on the live Case-Studies from
  Industry.
• The blended Learning approach emphasizes both
  practical and theoretical knowledge.

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Duration The course duration is 2 years. Fee The
total course fee is 4,84,000 INR to be payable in
four installments (1,21,000/- per semester).
Apart from this the examination fees and security
deosit of ? 2,000 each charged
separately. Admission Process The eligible
candidates can sign up or register for CUCET with
basic details (Name, Email ID, Mobile No., State,
Gender, and Password). The examination schedule
is selected by the candidate as per convenience.
Based on the result the candidates can get
admission to the course. Website https//www.cuch
d.in/
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• Manipal University, Jaipur
• Manipal University offers an online MBA program
  in HR to provide better job opportunities and
  increase earning potential. The Manipal
  University Jaipur (MUJ) has an A NAAC ranking
  with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of
  3.28. The online MBA degree from the university
  is widely accepted by governments, corporate
  organizations, and higher education institutions
  for jobs, higher education, and future prospects.
• Key features
• Teaching by acclaimed professors and industry
  leaders.
• An Intuitive learning platform through which
  students can review the course module, watch
  recorded video lectures, and interact with other
  students and professors.
• Provides great flexible professional development
  opportunity where students can learn on their own
  schedule, and study on the go.
• Full placement support by the institute. The
  institute plays a key role in all placement
  processes and helps the students place in top
  companies.
• The mode of teaching is online in which teaching
  and learning happen on a Learning Management
  System (LMS)

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Duration The duration of the course is 24 months
(2 years). A study of 15-20 hrs/wk is mandatory
to complete the course. Fees The total course
fee is ?. 1,50,000 whereas the student can pay in
installments per semester ? 37,500/-. Admission
Process Applications can be submitted online
at www.onlinemanipal.com by providing the
required details. The admission counselor will
contact the student for further assistance. Once
the application with all details has been
submitted a confirmation will be done by the
institute. An amount of ? 500/- payable towards
the application form Website https//www.onlinem
anipal.com/
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Frequently Asked Questions What is MBA in
HR? MBA in HR is basically Post graduate degree
in human resources. It deals with the in-depth
study of the core competencies of the subject. HR
requires deep knowledge of the topics such as
training and development, performance appraisal,
recruitment, etc. What is the duration of the
course? Basically, the course is of 2-year
duration, but some universities and colleges
offer 12 months to 15 months of HR certification
courses for working professionals.
Is it full-time/ online/ Distance learning
course? The course is available in all modes of
learning. For working professionals online/
distance/or part-time is available. What is the
salary after MBA in HR? The salary after the
course completion depends on the experience,
knowledge, and technology gained. But the package
varies from 3 LPA to 10 LPA.
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What are the minimum qualifications for MBA in
HR? Most of the institutes prefer a graduate from
a recognized university with a minimum of 50
marks. The passing and valid scores of the exams
such as CAT/GATE/MAT/XAT are also required or the
institute can take its own entrance exam. For
executive MBA 2 years of minimum work, experience
is mandatory. College compare is all about the
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