Updated on Apr 9, 2025 06:34 IST
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An MBA in HR or Human Resources focuses on teaching the concepts of managing the employees of the company in a way that fulfills the needs of employees as well as the company. The people who drive the organization are often overlooked if the HR policies & programs are not properly implemented, which may lead to poor communication among the people of the organization. 

HR models, policies, and modules are important for professionals to know, as these are important for better people management, which shall result in better cohesion between the employer and the employees. An MBA in HR opens various career opportunities, often leading to skill sets needed to ace interviews in top companies with a better pay scale & reputation.

To know more about the MBA HR Career scope, read the article below:

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Top Job Profiles in MBA HR

An MBA in HR Management can offer a wide range of career opportunities in India, as the field of HR is integral to the functioning of businesses and organizations. The career scope for MBA in HR Management in India is quite diverse, and it offers opportunities across industries, including IT, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Finance, and more.

MBA in HR Salary 2025

Here are some MBA in HR salaries and jobs for your reference: 

MBA in HR Jobs

Description

Average Salary 

HR Manager - Talent Acquisition

The talent acquisition manager is responsible for planning, developing, managing, and overseeing recruitment and talent acquisition processes and strategies.

INR 8.4 LPA - INR 37 LPA

HR Manager - Training

The training and development manager is responsible for improving the productivity of the employees, identifying the training needs, and arranging a suitable training solution for the organization's employees.

INR 3.1 LPA - INR 18 LPA

HR Manager - Compliance

The role of a compliance manager is to address all compliance and statutory issues and also to ensure that the company adheres to legal standards and in-house policies.

INR 3 LPA - INR 16.5 LPA

HR Professor

The role is to impart HR education to the students of the institutions and colleges

INR 2 LPA - INR 8.3 LPA

Note: The average salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

MBA HR Top Recruiters

MBA HR professionals are hired across all sectors at various levels, including Executives, Managers, and Trainees. Here is a list of some top companies hiring MBA in Human Resources graduate:

MBA in HR Top Recruiters

Reliance

Larsen & Turbo

KPMG

Infosys

Wipro

Aditya Birla Group

Deutsche Bank

MakeMyTrip

L'Oreal

Pepsico

Note: This information is sourced from different sources and may vary.

MBA in HR Jobs: Core Industries

MBA HR adds a lot of value to your personality, to your CV, and to your career the most. The skills one possesses during an MBA in HR make one confident to work in organizational complexities, and the practical exposure one gets makes them industry-ready to work at various roles in organizational structures, in India as well as abroad. Thus, the scope is really good and the opportunities are abundant, gifting one with a successful career. Below is the list of some of the sectors where MBA in HR graduates are constantly in demand:

  • Information Technology (IT) and ITES
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Manufacturing and Production
  • Healthcare & Pharma
  • Retail and E-commerce
  • Consulting Firms
  • Government and PSUs

Note: This information is sourced from different sources and may vary.

Best MBA in HR Colleges for Placements

Top colleges in India that offer MBA programs in Human Resources often have excellent placement records, thanks to their reputable programs and strong industry connections. 

Below is a list of colleges that provide attractive salary packages after the completion of an MBA in HR.

MBA in HR Colleges

Average Package Offered

Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) Placements INR 29 LPA
SIBM Placements INR 26 LPA
Management Development Institute Placements INR 25.58 LPA
NMIMS Placements INR 21.35 LPA 
DOMS IIT Roorkee Placements INR 18.5 LPA
IIM Trichy Placements INR 17 LPA
FORE School of Management Placements INR 15 LPA
Goa Institute of Management Placements INR 14.6 LPA
IMI Bhubaneswar Placements INR 12 LPA
SOIL Institute of Management Placements INR 10 - 15 LPA

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/counseling body and may vary.

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Table of contents
  • Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India. Learn more about these MBA in HR (Human Resource) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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3.9 LPA
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24 LPA

#8 NIRF

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26.2 L
27 LPA

#11 NIRF

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19.23 L
22.5 LPA

#9 NIRF

1 Course
30.5 L
29 LPA

#10 NIRF

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5 L
12.08 LPA

#12 NIRF

Popular Private MBA in HR (Human Resource) Colleges in India

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1.8 L - 6 L
4.4

#228 Business Today

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

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4.0
9 L - 12.5 L
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1 Course
9.91 L
4.6

#89 The Week

7.3 L - 8 L
6 LPA

#101-125 NIRF

12.04 L
7 LPA

#111 Business Today

Human Resources Applications open. Apply Now

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for MBA in HR (Human Resource). Students interested in pursuing a career on MBA in HR (Human Resource), generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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Popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Specializations

Following are the most popular MBA in HR (Human Resource) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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The Aston University MBA course is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. Some of the features of the MBA course are outlined below:

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MBA students are introduced to organisational policies and workplace procedures through case studies classroom discussions and practical business examples. This helps them understand professional conduct workplace responsibilities compliance and the importance of following organisational processes.

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Naman Saxena

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A student cannot pursue MBA without completing graduation. One can choose to pursue MBA Tech (Integrated 5-year MBA) after completing Class 12. To study 2-year MBA course, graduation is the basic requirement.

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The students who wants to get in Humboldt University for MBA Course may apply via uni-assist. The University offers 6 MBA Courses for a duration of 2 years and zero tuition fee. The document checklist is given below:

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Humboldt University of Berlin does not require any tuition fee for the MBA Courses but the semester fee is still applicable and there are other fee elements like off campus accommodation, food, transportation and insurance. The fee breakdown is given below:

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Insurance

INR 1.21 L – 1.46 L

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INR 44.58 K

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Khushi Arora

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Duration depends on the format and school. Modular EMBAs (a few days on campus every 3–6 weeks) tend to run 15–20 months.

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Not usually. Most top business schools now offer GMAT waivers for eligible EMBA candidates, granted on the basis of 5–10 years of experience, strong academics, or certifications like CFA or CPA. It's still worth checking each school's current policy directly, since waiver criteria vary and change. 

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An EMBA is built for working professionals who don't want to leave their jobs. Classes run on weekends or in intensive modules spread over months. Unlike the full-time, on-campus format of a traditional MBA. It is designed for professionals with 5–10 years of industry experience. Also it focuses on

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In the Financial Times MBA rankings, UT Dallas is ranked at #68 in 2026. It was placed at #54 position in 2025. In the QS Global MBA rankings, the University of Texas at Dallas is ranked at #91 in 2026. 

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Anya Aggarwal

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MBA students can develop skills in data collection information analysis market research report preparation and interpreting findings. Practical assignments case studies and projects help them apply research methods to real business situations.

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Naman Saxena

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Answered 2 days ago

Shoolini University MBA is offered at the PG level. The tuition fee of MBA is INR 6 L- INR 9.2 L. The most expensive MBA specialisation is MBA in Business Analytics.

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Puhup Kumari

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Answered 2 days ago

Admissions for MBA/PGDM courses are currently open or ongoing for eligible graduates through national entrance exams. B.Com graduates and other bachelor's degree holders with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories) from a recognized university can apply.

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Swati Pandey

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Answered 2 days ago

Yes, many recruiting companies use Class 12 marks as an initial shortlisting filter for campus placements, with a common cutoff set at 60%.

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Swati Pandey

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Answered 2 days ago

Being one of the top ranked university among the world, Staffordshire University MBA graduates are employed in some top companies around the world. Some of the companies are: 

  • Amazon 

  • Ericsson 

  • Infosys 

  • Uber 

  • Adidas 

  • Nike 

  • L’Oréal 

  • American Express 

  • BCG 

  • Porsche Consulting 

  • Google 

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As per the graduation data, some of the roles for which Staffordhsire University MBA graduates are hired are mentioned below -

  • Consulting 

  • Finance 

  • General management 

  • Marketing 

  • Sales 

  • Strategy/ Planning 

  • Operations 

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Kanishka Gambhir

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The University of Alberta offers 9 courses for MBA/PGDM for International students for a time period of 10 months – 2 years to finish it. There are different fee components when studying outside India. The fee structure for MBA is given in the table below:

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Tuition Fee

INR 19.9 L – 31.95 L

Hostel

INR 8.29 L – 13.93 L

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INR 41.4 K

Transportation

INR 24.84 K

Others

INR 3.62 L

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INR 32.47 L – 50.15 L

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Khushi Arora

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The University of Alberta offers various MBA courses for the students. The placement rates specifically for MBA Graduates are around 86%. The graduate students were able to secure jobs within 3 months. The top recruiters for MBA graduates –

  • Google
  • KPMG
  • IBM
  • HONEYWELL

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Khushi Arora

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The students must keep a minimum GMAT score range of 600-650 for admission to Trinity College Dublin MBA course. Instead of this, GRE score can also be submitted. In that case, GRE score of 150 in Verbal should be there and 150 in Quant. For admission to the MBA course, a minimum of 3 years of manag

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Yes, 88% of Kedge Business School Executive MBA reported meaningful personal transformations within 2 years of completing the programs.

As per the 2023 annual survey, the graduates experienced a salary increase of 20% - 30% upon the completion of the degree. Around 82% of the MBA graduates earn over

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Ishita Singh

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Students can get scholarships between 25% and 100% for MBA at Amity Lucknow. The amount of scholarship is given basis percentiles / score secured in CAT / MAT / GRE / GMAT exams.

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Chandra Thakur

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Answered 6 days ago

Candidates need to pay INR 1,000 as application fees for MBA at Faculty of Management Studies, DU. The application fees is INR 350 for SC, ST and PwD categories. The fees can be paid via any of the online payment modes.

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Answered 6 days ago

Faculty of Management Studies, DU has been ranked at 12 in Outlook 2026 rankings for its MBA course. The institute also offers placements to MBA students. The average CTC offered to students in FMS Delhi placements 2026 is INR 32.27 LPA. The median CTC stood at INR 29.59 LPA.

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The total tuition fees for Executive MBA is INR 2.3 lakh at Faculty of Management Studies, DU. Candidates need to pay the course fees at the time of admission to confirm their seat. The fees can be paid via any of the online payment modes.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 6 days ago

Faculty of Management Studies, DU selects candidates based on their entrance exam scores and performance in selection rounds. Check below selection parameters for MBA:

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CAT50%
Class 10 marks10% (60% and above but less than 75%: 5%, 75% and above: 10%)
Class 12 marks10% (60% and above but less than 75%: 5%, 75% and above: 10%)
Discussion on Statement of Purpose
10%
Extempore
5%
Personal Interview
15%

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Nishtha Shukla

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The full-time MBA students of Uni of Michigan are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships.

  • No separate application is required for this scholarship
  • If students are selected for UMich MBA scholarships, they are notified upon admission
  • The scholarships for MBA students at UMich range from U

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Ishita Singh

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Top management institutes accepting the MAT Exam generally expect a cutoff percentile between 75 and 90, while top-tier colleges may require 90+ percentile.

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Swati Pandey

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Answered 6 days ago

For the MBA with Dual Specialization at Galgotias University, the current official fee structure is:

  • Tuition: ₹1,64,000 per year
  • Exam fee: ₹20,000 per year
  • Accidental insurance: ₹650 per year
  • Caution money: ₹2,000 one-time
  • Student ID card: ₹1,000 one-time
  • Duration: 2 years

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While reviewing elective specializations, dual-concentration options, and academic streams for the MBA programme at Swami Vivekanand Subharti University provides a helpful baseline for your academic planning, Lovely Professional University (LPU) serves as an excellent alternative to elevate your cor

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While reviewing financial refund terms, administrative withdrawal rules, and tuition processing guidelines for the MBA programme at Swami Vivekanand Subharti University provides a helpful baseline for your academic planning, Lovely Professional University (LPU) serves as an excellent alternative to

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While exploring curriculum frameworks, regulatory compliance models, and corporate law modules across management programs provides a helpful baseline for your academic planning, Lovely Professional University (LPU) serves as an excellent alternative to elevate your business leadership career.

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