{"id":10572,"date":"2021-09-22T05:23:30","date_gmt":"2021-09-22T05:23:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/?p=10572"},"modified":"2026-02-04T18:17:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T12:47:52","slug":"effective-leadership-skills-in-hr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soil.edu.in\/blog\/effective-leadership-skills-in-hr\/","title":{"rendered":"Effective Leadership Skills in HR"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.inner-pic {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n.blog-pic {\nwidth: 100%;\nfloat: left;\ntext-align: center;\n}\n.blog-pic img {\nwidth: 70% !important;\n}\n.new_blog_section p strong {\nfont-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book', arial;\nfont-weight: 900;\n}\n.new_blog_section ul li strong {\nfont-family: 'Franklin Gothic Book', arial;\nfont-weight: 900;\n}\n.new_blog_section p a {\ncolor: #008037;\n}\n.text-new {\nwidth: 100%;\nfloat: left;\n}\n.new_blog_section .new_blog_right_sidebar ol li {\nbackground-image: none !important;\nlist-style-type: decimal;\ndisplay: list-item !important;\npadding: 0px 0px 15px 10px !important;\n}\n.new_blog_section .new_blog_right_sidebar ol {\npadding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\nmargin: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n.blog_wrapper_full .one_column {\npadding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\nmargin: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n.pic-new {\nwidth: 100%;\ntext-align: center;\n}\n.pic-new img {\nwidth: 100% !important;\n}\n.new_blog_section h6 a {\ncolor: #008037;\n}\n.text-new1 {\nwidth: 100%;\nfloat: left;\nfont-size: 25px !important;\ntext-align: center;\nmargin: 20px 0px 20px 0px !important;\n}\n.new_blog_section .one_column.pb_2 li a {\ncolor: #008037;\n}\n.widget_section.py-8.admissions .question_section.tab-col.term-1 ul li {\n  width: 100% !important;\n  box-shadow: 0 2px 20px rgba(13,38,76,.1);\n  margin-bottom: 30px;\n}\n.widget_section.py-8.admissions .question_section.tab-col.term-1 ul li h6 {\n  margin: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n.widget_section.py-8.admissions {\n  padding: 0px 0px 40px 0px !important;\n  margin-top: -20px;\n}\n.widget_section.py-8.admissions .question_section.tab-col.term-1 ul li ul li {\n  background-image: url(https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/images\/tick-icon.png);\n  background-repeat: no-repeat;\n  background-position: 0 11px;\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<p>The concept of leadership in MBA courses has been evolving lately as organizations look at people to inspire a  vision and influence others to work towards it. Leadership skills in one year MBA courses are essential as  effective managers can mean the success of teams and thus organizational  success.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-pic\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/effective-leadership-skills-in-hr.jpg\" alt=\"Effective Leadership Skills in HR\" title=\"Effective Leadership Skills in HR\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>It is often misunderstood that a HR role is more administrative and  conceptual skills may be adequate for a successful professional. However, in  business organizations, HR roles are often extended and key to long term  survival and growth. This requires a blend of conceptual and leadership skills.  To understand this amalgamation, it may be important to articulate the  differences between a Manager and leader of which there are many. We look at a  few points that define the divergence between the two &#8211;<\/p>\n<ol class=\"one_column pb_2\">\n<li><strong>Transformation Role Vs A Transactional Role &#8211;<\/strong> A Manager&nbsp;looks at quantifying and measuring value in his performance. In  the endeavor to achieve results, they tend to concentrate on revenue, volume  and profit. While this is an important aspect of organizational success, the  long-term picture of creating value is ignored. Leaders on the other hand  create value over and above their team achievements through enabling and  motivation. The leader looks at long term value rather than mere targets or  short-term goals. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Managing Through Functional  Fear Vs Leading Through Example<\/strong><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Managing people in organizations  through functional fear does have a role in organizational functioning.  However, employees tend to digress from the core values of product quality,  customer experience and customer care. Managing through functional fear reduces communication and  creativity, the two most important features in organizational success. Managing  through leadership leads to self-discovery in employees and enables them to  realise their potential, work for their teams and customers. Leaders set examples  of good governance and decision making; and leave the teams with the freedom to  evolve. The key is mentoring rather than prescribing. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Leading for the Future vs  Managing the Present &#8211;<\/strong> Managers are concerned with implementation of process-based  procedures to achieve goals while leaders are visionary and think ahead to  create and capitalize opportunities. Leaders have a clear transformative vision  and are forward looking. This helps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/why-choose-the-one-year-pgpm-in-human-resources-from-soil\/\">businesses to evolve in  dynamic scenarios and solve problems<\/a> in a constantly changing world. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Need For Leadership Skills in  MBA In Human Resource  Management<\/h2>\n<p>The HR leader is the  essential cog in the organizational wheel and a key link between the management  and the employees. An effective HR professional is responsible for recruitment policy, compensation  and benefit plans, training, development, staffing processes and recruitment  implementation. They also act as problem solvers and often diffuse complex  situations. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The underlying objective of the HR professional  is to help the organization achieve its goals by attracting the best quality  manpower and to motivate them to perform at their potential. This requires the  HR practitioner to focus on developing leaders. Thus, the HR function itself  assumes a leadership role as it transcends beyond a mere administrative role to  one that can help the organization create value through its employees. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/how-a-one-year-mba-in-human-resources-is-driving-significant-growth-of-hr-professionals\/\">HR professional, in this new avatar<\/a>, should be equipped to assist managers and leaders to develop talents,  systems, and processes required for achieving their own objectives also as  organizational goals. Therefore, understanding the culture of leadership and  being part of it becomes essential for HR professionals.  Fostering leadership values requires a deeper understanding of the subtle  differences between merely managing and being a leader. <\/p>\n<h3>Some Leadership  Skills for a Career In Human Resources<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"one_column pb_2\">\n<li><strong>Decision Making skills &#8211;<\/strong> The HR manager&#8217;s  decision making can have an impact on the employees of the organization and  they should be able to strike a balance between their strengths and weaknesses. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Interpersonal And Communication Skills &#8211; <\/strong>Having  a positive relationship is essential when working with various echelons of  management. Positive relationships are key to harmonious functioning with  workers at all levels. Communication skills become essential in developing a  structure that is mutually beneficial to the organization&#8217;s long term goal  setting. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Organizational And Leadership Skills &#8211; <\/strong>Working  under pressure requires a skillset where the HR manager should be able to  manage several tasks effectively. Besides, handling their own subordinates  requires them to be honed in leadership qualities. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Empathy<\/strong> &#8211; Perhaps the most underrated skill  in today&rsquo;s competitive world, especially when the HR professional is leading  the expectations of so many others. The cornerstone of HR leadership, this is  extremely vital to organizational success and can go beyond personal empathy as  well. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h6>Conclusion<\/h6>\n<p>Management and Leadership are<strong> <\/strong>two  competencies that require different skill sets. Not to undermine the former,  the ideal professional is one who can bring both these competencies to the  table. To keep pace and relevance in the fast changing and dynamic business  world, b schools are recognizing  the need to develop people with a composite skillset. An MBA  in human resource management now encompasses the skill of directing,  controlling, handling, deciding, overseeing etc. along with influencing,  developing, coaching, guiding, mentoring or supervising people.<\/p>\n<p>Leadership in MBA in HR is about risk-taking and cooperation.<\/p>\n<h6>HR Leadership &#8211; The SOIL  Way<\/h6>\n<p>SOIL Institute of  Management&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/pgpm-hr\">one year MBA in HR<\/a> focuses on developing HR Leaders  with a global perspective who are equipped to handle the workload of an HR  Manager \/ professional in various industries and situations. The world class  program draws insights from CEOs and CHROs of some of the world&rsquo;s most  respected organizations and has designed a programme with a pedagogy that is  industry led. This is one of the best MBA courses in demand, and is focused to allow the student  to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/yoga-a-way-of-life\/\">evolve to a high level  of self &#8211; awareness regarding his own leadership style<\/a>, thus making them better  prepared for their new role in the corporate world.<\/p>\n<p>SOIL&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/business-leadership-program-at-soil\/\">one year MBA in HR<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/business-leadership-program-at-soil\/\"> emphasizes on  developing specialised skills<\/a>,  and nurturing leadership skills by building the students knowledge through core  management subjects. The programme not only teaches you the nuances of  leadership, it makes you practice it in each class, experiential immersion, and  every event. The programme is geared to take on the challenges of emerging  India by nurturing leadership through experiential learning to create inspired  leaders.<\/p>\n<h6>FAQs<\/h6>\n<section class=\"widget_section py-8 admissions\" id=\"\">\n<div class=\"pgdm-faqs-new hr-faqs-section\">\n<div id=\"tab-1\" class=\"tab-content current pgdm-faqs1\">\n<div class=\"question_section tab-col term-1\">\n<ul class=\"orientation-induction1\">\n<li>\n<h6 class=\"question\">What are some of the qualities of a successful HR professional\/ manager?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n<p>It\u2019s essential to have&nbsp;attributes   such as flexibility, patience, attention to detail, outstanding   communication and listening skills, negotiation skills and professional   discretion&nbsp;to succeed in HR.&nbsp;. All employers seek cooperative and effective employees in their management. Pursuing an&nbsp;MBA in HR&nbsp;can   therefore give you an edge over the others applying for the same   position. HR degrees lead to a range of opportunities, including HR   executives, HR managers, vice presidents of operations, and employee   relations directors. The purpose of an HR professional is to create a   positive work environment,   which means that they need to be able to gain the employee\u2019s trust and   lead them individually. The way to do this is to develop effective   communication and leadership skills. This&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/importance-of-mba-in-hr\/\">extensive set of skills can easily be developed with an&nbsp;MBA \u2013 PGPM in HR<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h6 class=\"question\">What is the eligibility criteria for an MBA in HR?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n<p>To be eligible for admissions into SOIL\u2019s&nbsp;PGPM HR&nbsp;program, a student must fulfill the following criteria.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Completed Bachelor\u2019s degree in any discipline from a recognised institution with at least 50% in graduation<\/li>\n<li>Greater than 60% in 10th &amp; 12th Standard Examinations<\/li>\n<li>Freshers and graduates with work experience can apply<\/li>\n<li>Desire to become a HR leader in the future<\/li>\n<li>Valid CAT*\/NMAT\/GMAT\/XAT* scores are accepted for&nbsp;PGPM-HR&nbsp;(Non-Mandatory but adds weightage to your profile)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/pgpm-hr\/admissions-process\">Head over to PGPM HR admission page<\/a>&nbsp;to check out the procedure in detail.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h6 class=\"question\">Is an MBA worth it for HR?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n<p>There are many reasons why a career in HR is highly regarded.&nbsp;MBA courses with a focus on Human Resources Management&nbsp;study&nbsp;effective use of human resources in an organization through the management of people-related activities.&nbsp;Over   time with the inclusion of data and technology in every field, you   might need to hone a few technical skills too. To begin your career as   an HR professional, you must work on building attention to detail,   confidentiality, communication skills, initiative-taking, planning,   problem-solving, proactiveness, time management, and conflict resolution   skills.&nbsp;SOIL Institute of Management has an&nbsp;HR management course&nbsp;that   focuses on human behaviour in organizations, and most programs offer   courses on psychology and best practices in organizational behaviour.&nbsp;An&nbsp;MBA in HR&nbsp;will also help&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/importance-of-mba-in-hr\/\">explore innovative workplaces, dealing with company pressure, and fostering human-centered approaches<\/a>&nbsp;in an organization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h6 class=\"question\">How can I tell if an MBA in HR management would be the best fit for me?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n<p>The   job of a HR manager is to ensure that things are functioning smoothly   in the organization and making sure that every employee is content with   the way the company functions.&nbsp;If people interaction and management is your forte then MBA in HR is for you. It covers&nbsp;job satisfaction and growth potential to the ability to impact individuals and entire organizations in meaningful ways.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h6 class=\"question\">Can I expect to see growth in my profession after pursuing a one-year PGPM HR program?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"answer\">\n<p>Most b-schools offering&nbsp;one-year MBA in HR&nbsp;in   India focus on concepts and skills integral to human resources   providing the students a better and deeper comprehension of the field.&nbsp;The core idea is to build well-rounded business skills with the best&nbsp;MBA in Human Resource management in India. SOIL\u2019s&nbsp;PGPM HR&nbsp;offers   to build on the knowledge and experience of early or mid-career   professionals, giving them the opportunity to assume leadership   positions. The course content developed by industry leaders, and taught   by world class faculty&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soil.edu.in\/how-a-one-year-mba-in-human-resources-is-driving-significant-growth-of-hr-professionals\/\">undoubtedly transforms your career and gives it the necessary boost<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The concept of leadership in MBA courses has been evolving lately as organizations look at people to inspire a vision and influence others to work towards it. Leadership skills in one year MBA courses are essential as effective managers can mean the success of teams and thus organizational success. 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