Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Overview

As businesses face rapid changes and growing complexities, the role of Human Resources has shifted from a traditional support function to that of a strategic partner. The HR professional now acts as an enabler—supporting business leaders in achieving strategic objectives, fostering a high-performance culture, and empowering employees to reach their full potential. As organizations face new challenges and opportunities, HR has become essential in driving organizational agility, employee engagement, and operational excellence through strategic, data-driven decision-making.

However, a global shortage of highly skilled HR professionals leaves a significant gap. To address this need, Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management programme from Manipal Academy of Higher Education is designed to cultivate the next generation of HR leaders. With a mission to create value through people, the program prepares students to master various HR competencies—including behavioural, functional, strategic, and institutional expertise—enabling them to become trusted partners in achieving business success.

Career

Students undergo hands-on training to build leadership and decision-making skills through the Leadership Assessment and Development Centre (LADC). The curriculum also includes specialized workshops on Competency Mapping, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Reward Management, Assessment Centers, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Personal Financial Management. Students gain practical, real-world HR experience through immersive internships and live projects to include fostering empathy and social responsibility.