MBA Negatives

Hey buddy can you please tell me what are the advantages and disadvantages of MBA HR program so that I can go through it?

[Shaleen]

As per your concern I will help you here to tell you about the MBA HR advantages and disadvantages so that you can have idea about before taking any decision.

Here are the advantages and disadvantages of MBA

Better Pay and Position
The most obvious benefits from earning your MBA in human resources are a higher salary and position.

Current HR Trends
The education you receive in a MBA program may allow you to evaluate and improve your current company's HR system, design and implement a company's HR system

Job Stability
Many companies offer incentives for employees to get additional education, such as a tuition reimbursement program.

Once your company invests in your education, they'll want to reap the benefits of your new-found knowledge.

On top of that, having an MBA in human resource management can make you more appealing to employers, and human resource managers work in many industries, so you're not limited to the types of companies you want to work for.

Certification
While certification for human resources managers isn't a requirement for the job, getting certified could also make you an attractive candidate for those higher-paying, upper-management jobs.

Eligibility for certification, such as those you can earn through the HR Certification Institute, often require a degree and experience.

With an MBA degree, the professional experience you'll need to test for the certification could be reduced by a year or more.
Disadvantages

School Costs

While money may be a motivation for obtaining an MBA in Human Resources, it may also be a reason not to get one.

Tuition, books, school fees and other academic expenses all add up to an expensive education, especially at a top notch school.

Even if you choose the distance education learning route, cost is still a factor.

Time

In addition to cost, MBA programs in human resources typically take two years to complete if you study full time.

If you choose to enroll part time, the time it takes to earn your degree increases.

The curriculum of an MBA program can be rigorous, taking up more of your free time than you're willing to give.

Even with an asynchronous online program, you'll still need to make time to study, complete assignments and exams, and possibly participate in projects or an internship.