Careers in Human Resource Management
How one become resource manager? Career opportunities in hu man resource management continue to grow and expand and are expected to continue to do so. One obvious way to enter this profession is to get a degree in human resource management(or a related field) and then seek entry-level em ployment as a human resource manager. Alternative job options may be as the human resource manager for a small firm or as a human resource specialist in a larger organization. Some universities also offer specialized graduate degree pro- grams in human resource management. For example, a master of science or mas- ter of business administration degree with a concentration in human resource management would lead to a higher level position in an organization than would a bachelor's degree alone. Another route to human resource management would be through line man- agement. As described earlier, more and more firms are beginning to rorate man agers through human resource function as part of their own personal career development Thus, people who go to work in marketing or finance may very well opportunity at some point to sample central human re- source management responsibilities. Regardless of the path taken, however, those interested in human resource management are likely to have a fascinating, de manding, and rewarding experience as they help their organization compete more effectively through the power of the people who comprise every organization in every industry in every marketplace in the world today.