| hello, every one on the Yahoo answer,? i have a question which is a bit thinkable and related to educational background, my question is Currently i am employed by transport for london and doing my MA degree in Human resource Management, and at this point i have to make a dissertation for my degree to get it on time, so i need help for the topic that which topic should i choose that should be contemporary and have that much importance to raise in my dissertation , and also approachable when i go for research and also could get good results too. i would be very thank full if some one come up with a good topic which i could cover within my ogranisation (Tfl). regards Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions : 1 okay??? 2 If you are currently not employed within the HR dept of London Transport, then I would talk with the HR staff for their ideas. They might have the best insight with regards to contemporary issues, and how available data is to support your dissertation. If you were to treat the conversation as an interview, rather than asking them directly for a suggestion, it might be better received, and it will allow you greater insight as to their role within the organization you work for. Below are a few thoughts I have for topics or questions that will help you define a topic: 1. Retention of staff: What is the current rate of turnover? Why does staff leave? What would make them stay? What division tends to have the greatest turnover? 2. Cross training: Are employees "specialized" in one area of the business? Is this a good idea or would cross training in another area of the company extend their interest in staying with the company? 3. Future of the business: What is the greatest challenge that the transport industry will face in the next 5 years? How are you currently preparing to meet that challenge? 4. How do other transport companies operate? What is the difference between London's transport company and New York City? What is the same, what is different and how can we learn from each other. 5. What is your interest in Transport and how does it relate to HR? What is your personal experience with HR and what issues are you most interested in? I would be sure to hire a proofreader for your dissertation, to be sure your punctuation and syntax is correct. When presenting an idea, try to state it as succinctly as possible. Good source is William Strunk's "Element of Style". Written in 1918 its points are still valuable. Particularly for your purposes, are the Elementary Principles of Composition. http://www.bartleby.com/141/ |
Friday, April 22, 2011
hello, every one on the Yahoo answer,
Friday, April 15, 2011
Human Resources Entry Level/Growth Help
Human Resources Entry Level/Growth Help?
I recently graduated from a university with a BA in Sociology. I am interning as a Staffing/Sourcing Coordinator (2 months so far) but I'm really looking for an HR Admin/Coordinator/Assistant position because I want to be a Generalist, working my way up to HR Manager and ultimately become an HR Strategist at the Exec level. I am currently studying for my PHR exam set for December as a recent grad but in the case I don't pass (I only get one chance since they're requiring 2 years of HR experience in 2011), should I apply to a MA HR program. They offer one in San Francisco. What kind of title can I expect with minimal experience but an MA in HR. I also plan on going for my MBA in the near future for sure, but really i'm looking for something to help me enter a generalist role. the MBA is for later when I want to move up to management. Thanks!
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You should probably see if you can get a position in a company as an HR Assistant or other entry level job when your internship ends. You probably won't get a Generalist position with no experience, but you will be able to advance faster with your PHR. I don't know why you'd get your MA in HR and then go get your MBA later, you should be able to get your MBA with an HR emphasis when the time comes. It seems like it would be too many degrees and not enough experience. I think you should focus on gaining experience in order to advance. Remember that your PHR requires two years of HR experience in an exempt role, and an HR Assistant position would probably be non-exempt depending on the company.
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The title isn't what you should really be seeking. What you should be focused on is getting the experience that allows you to move in the direction you want. And you are probably tied into an awesome resource at your university: the career center. They should have companies that know the universities programs, the quality that it produces and that would be interested in networking with you. You should really exploit them. You should also look at the alumni association and try to get some informational interviews with people who are in HR roles and learn how they succeeded, didn't, and can share their mistakes so you don't have to make them all over again. And the networking you'll do if you do this is invaluable. Regarding an MBA to support a future management role - In my company I sit at the executive management table as an HR professional and I don't have an MBA, let alone an MA. That doesn't mean an MBA won't help you or that you shouldn't pursue it. If you are passionate about it and understand how to apply the academic knowledge to the job/company - it can only help. There are many people who have the academic background that would generally support a management level role, but lack the experience to be successful. Conversely, there are those who don't have an advanced degree, and are in charge of large organizations because of their real world experience. Everyone has their own path, and every company has their own profile that they hire for. Last but not least - every company is different. What a Generalist is responsible for in one company may be very different than in another. This is especially true when companies look at recruiting experience as some companies absolutely require Generalists to have recruiting experience, while others it doesn't matter so much.
I recently graduated from a university with a BA in Sociology. I am interning as a Staffing/Sourcing Coordinator (2 months so far) but I'm really looking for an HR Admin/Coordinator/Assistant position because I want to be a Generalist, working my way up to HR Manager and ultimately become an HR Strategist at the Exec level. I am currently studying for my PHR exam set for December as a recent grad but in the case I don't pass (I only get one chance since they're requiring 2 years of HR experience in 2011), should I apply to a MA HR program. They offer one in San Francisco. What kind of title can I expect with minimal experience but an MA in HR. I also plan on going for my MBA in the near future for sure, but really i'm looking for something to help me enter a generalist role. the MBA is for later when I want to move up to management. Thanks!
Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1
You should probably see if you can get a position in a company as an HR Assistant or other entry level job when your internship ends. You probably won't get a Generalist position with no experience, but you will be able to advance faster with your PHR. I don't know why you'd get your MA in HR and then go get your MBA later, you should be able to get your MBA with an HR emphasis when the time comes. It seems like it would be too many degrees and not enough experience. I think you should focus on gaining experience in order to advance. Remember that your PHR requires two years of HR experience in an exempt role, and an HR Assistant position would probably be non-exempt depending on the company.
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The title isn't what you should really be seeking. What you should be focused on is getting the experience that allows you to move in the direction you want. And you are probably tied into an awesome resource at your university: the career center. They should have companies that know the universities programs, the quality that it produces and that would be interested in networking with you. You should really exploit them. You should also look at the alumni association and try to get some informational interviews with people who are in HR roles and learn how they succeeded, didn't, and can share their mistakes so you don't have to make them all over again. And the networking you'll do if you do this is invaluable. Regarding an MBA to support a future management role - In my company I sit at the executive management table as an HR professional and I don't have an MBA, let alone an MA. That doesn't mean an MBA won't help you or that you shouldn't pursue it. If you are passionate about it and understand how to apply the academic knowledge to the job/company - it can only help. There are many people who have the academic background that would generally support a management level role, but lack the experience to be successful. Conversely, there are those who don't have an advanced degree, and are in charge of large organizations because of their real world experience. Everyone has their own path, and every company has their own profile that they hire for. Last but not least - every company is different. What a Generalist is responsible for in one company may be very different than in another. This is especially true when companies look at recruiting experience as some companies absolutely require Generalists to have recruiting experience, while others it doesn't matter so much.
Friday, April 8, 2011
How could I transition into Human Resources, and how much should I expect to earn
How could I transition into Human Resources, and how much should I expect to earn?
I have a MA in Teaching English as a Second Language and seven years of teaching experience. I'm thinking either of getting into HR or to begin work on a MBA to increase my income. I worked in very difficult settings, with 40-plus students in each class. I worked with people of many different background with few resources and did very well. I think my skills would lead to HR. Would a 75k income to begin be realistic--with the ability to get into the low-100's within a few years?
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Your salary expectations are completely out of line. A starting salary for an HR generalist will be around $30K. Director level and above are the only HR professionals earning 6-figures. check out www.salary.com for more info.
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You have good experience and I can see someone with your background transitioning into Human Resources. With that being said, Human Resources Managers or seasoned generalists have a lot of technical skills and employment law knowledge that is gained through years of on the job HR experience. Individuals transitioning into HR from another field typically start out in an HR Assistant or entry level HR Generalist role. Starting at 75K is not realistic especially in this economy where there are a lot of experienced HR people applying for jobs and accepting lower pay than they would in a better economy. If you're truly interested in getting into HR, you might accept a position for a few years that may not pay as much as you want, to gain HR technical experience. Then an income of 75K might be a possibility depending on what part of the country you live in and what the job entails.
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Let me be perfectly honest: I'm an HR Director and I do hiring for the corporate HR team. Your resume would go straight to the 'no' pile. There are plenty of people with a bachelor's degree or better and tons of hands on experience, most of which have far more realistic salary expectations. These people have a sincere interest in HR, and many of them have a PHR or SPHR certification. These are the people I seek when I am hiring, not someone changing careers who thinks they might be good at HR. I need someone with a proven track record. I'm not saying this to be mean; I'm just trying to give you the real picture. Your 'soft' skills might transfer to HR, but where's the knowledge and hands-on experience with HR compliance, federal and state laws, labor relations, employee relations, recruiting, affirmative action, etc? Without that, you don't have a chance against those with practical experience, at least not in the salary range you're thinking of. Sorry.
I have a MA in Teaching English as a Second Language and seven years of teaching experience. I'm thinking either of getting into HR or to begin work on a MBA to increase my income. I worked in very difficult settings, with 40-plus students in each class. I worked with people of many different background with few resources and did very well. I think my skills would lead to HR. Would a 75k income to begin be realistic--with the ability to get into the low-100's within a few years?
Other - Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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Your salary expectations are completely out of line. A starting salary for an HR generalist will be around $30K. Director level and above are the only HR professionals earning 6-figures. check out www.salary.com for more info.
2
You have good experience and I can see someone with your background transitioning into Human Resources. With that being said, Human Resources Managers or seasoned generalists have a lot of technical skills and employment law knowledge that is gained through years of on the job HR experience. Individuals transitioning into HR from another field typically start out in an HR Assistant or entry level HR Generalist role. Starting at 75K is not realistic especially in this economy where there are a lot of experienced HR people applying for jobs and accepting lower pay than they would in a better economy. If you're truly interested in getting into HR, you might accept a position for a few years that may not pay as much as you want, to gain HR technical experience. Then an income of 75K might be a possibility depending on what part of the country you live in and what the job entails.
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Let me be perfectly honest: I'm an HR Director and I do hiring for the corporate HR team. Your resume would go straight to the 'no' pile. There are plenty of people with a bachelor's degree or better and tons of hands on experience, most of which have far more realistic salary expectations. These people have a sincere interest in HR, and many of them have a PHR or SPHR certification. These are the people I seek when I am hiring, not someone changing careers who thinks they might be good at HR. I need someone with a proven track record. I'm not saying this to be mean; I'm just trying to give you the real picture. Your 'soft' skills might transfer to HR, but where's the knowledge and hands-on experience with HR compliance, federal and state laws, labor relations, employee relations, recruiting, affirmative action, etc? Without that, you don't have a chance against those with practical experience, at least not in the salary range you're thinking of. Sorry.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Is there any value in getting an MBA or Master's in Human Resources? I think I need more HR training
Is there any value in getting an MBA or Master's in Human Resources? I think I need more HR training?
I'm a corporate recruiter with about 7 years experience. Most of my experience has been recruiting for financial services firms. Unfortunately I just recently got laid off due to the terrible state of the financial markets. I would like to move in to other areas of HR but I am not qualified for them because I only really have recruiting experience and no other formal training or experience in other areas of HR. What worries me if that no one is hiring at the moment and they are projecting 2009 is supposed to be worse than 2008 – and if that is the case, a lot of companies will not be hiring a lot and hence will not need recruiters. Plus with the markets and economy being what it is and with the number of candidates there are out on the market looking for jobs (who I am technically competing against for jobs), would I be smart to take the next 2 years and get a graduate degree? Is there any value added in getting a Masters or MBA in Human Resources? I have heard several people say it might not be worth my time and money as you do not need an MA or MBA to work in HR, so I wonder if it is worth it or not. So – what do I do? Do I…. 1) Continue to apply for recruiting jobs in this downturn economy and hope that someone somewhere gives me an interview and possibly even a job offer? 2) Take a big cut in salary and title (which I can afford to do luckily) and start from scratch looking for (and possibly taking) an HR Coordinator/Jr. Generalist or another entry HR type role where I can learn a new facet of HR from the ground up? 3) Or should I sink my time and money into getting an MA or MBA in HR? A lot of people argue it is not necessary to get a graduate degree in HR and that you can learn everything on the job. Any thoughts? THANKS!!!!
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from what i hear, recruiting is a dead end. now is the perfect time to round out your skills and set yourself up for success for when the economy turns around. blindly pursuing a masters that may or may not pay off doesn't seem like the smartest move
I'm a corporate recruiter with about 7 years experience. Most of my experience has been recruiting for financial services firms. Unfortunately I just recently got laid off due to the terrible state of the financial markets. I would like to move in to other areas of HR but I am not qualified for them because I only really have recruiting experience and no other formal training or experience in other areas of HR. What worries me if that no one is hiring at the moment and they are projecting 2009 is supposed to be worse than 2008 – and if that is the case, a lot of companies will not be hiring a lot and hence will not need recruiters. Plus with the markets and economy being what it is and with the number of candidates there are out on the market looking for jobs (who I am technically competing against for jobs), would I be smart to take the next 2 years and get a graduate degree? Is there any value added in getting a Masters or MBA in Human Resources? I have heard several people say it might not be worth my time and money as you do not need an MA or MBA to work in HR, so I wonder if it is worth it or not. So – what do I do? Do I…. 1) Continue to apply for recruiting jobs in this downturn economy and hope that someone somewhere gives me an interview and possibly even a job offer? 2) Take a big cut in salary and title (which I can afford to do luckily) and start from scratch looking for (and possibly taking) an HR Coordinator/Jr. Generalist or another entry HR type role where I can learn a new facet of HR from the ground up? 3) Or should I sink my time and money into getting an MA or MBA in HR? A lot of people argue it is not necessary to get a graduate degree in HR and that you can learn everything on the job. Any thoughts? THANKS!!!!
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from what i hear, recruiting is a dead end. now is the perfect time to round out your skills and set yourself up for success for when the economy turns around. blindly pursuing a masters that may or may not pay off doesn't seem like the smartest move
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