PGDM (Human Resource Management)
About Udai Pareek HR - LABS
The Udai Pareek Human Resource Laboratory for Applied Behavioural Sciences (UPHR-LABS) was launched on May 3rd, 2004 under the Chairmanship of Dr. Udai Pareek. Foundation stone of the HR – LABS was laid down on the day, EMPI honoured Dr. Pareek with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Mr. Pankaj Saran, President, EMPI Business School, New Delhi, expressed the need for a programme to cater to the HR need of present day knowledge society. To bridge the gap it was resolved that EMPI will launch a Programme on Human Resource and Organisation Development. The Udai Pareek HR – LABS started with the objective of promoting HR profession through Education, Training, Consulting and Research.
In the area of education the beginning was made with the Post Graduate Programme in Human Resource & Organisation Development (PGP – HR & OD), the first of its kind in India. The uniqueness of the programme lies in the approach towards its design and conduct. The programme based on Applied Behavioural Sciences and the emphasis on ‘experiential learning’ differentiates it from routine HR programmes. The programme has been further enriched by adding in the component of AI and how it is influencing HR in organizations.
About Prof. Udai Pareek, Father of Indian HRD
Professor Udai Pareek, PhD, considered as the ‘Father of Indian HRD’ was the Chairman of the HR-LABS of EMPI, New Delhi and was the former Professor of IIM-Ahmedabad. An advisor to numerous National and International Organizations, he was the only Asian to become Fellow of the National Training Laboratories (NTL), and the only Fellow from India of the Society for the Study of Social Issues (SPSSI). He was an internationally acclaimed academician who sowed seeds of HRD in India and gave new dimensions to HR and OB discipline in the terms of HRD integrated system. He was also the distinguished visiting professor at the Indian Institute of Health Management Research, Jaipur, India and Chairman of the Governing Board of the Institute of Developmental Research and Statistics, Jaipur.
He was an Advisory Member for Asia and the Middle East of Human Resource Development International. He was also a member of the Academic Advisory Board of the Global Committee on the Future of Organisation Development (sponsored by the OD Institute incollaboration with the OD Network and theInternational OD Association).
He has been Chairman of the Governing Boards of the Institute of Development Studies, Academy of Human Resource Development (promoted by the National HRD Network of India), the South Asian Association of Psychologists (SAAP), the National HRD Network, and the Indian Society of Applied Behavioural Science, Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Committee and Vice President of the Management Board of IIHMR.
He was on the Governing Boards of several Institutes and companies, including National HRD Network; GGS Indrapratha University, Delhi; Banasthali Vidyapeeth etc.
He was the only Asian to become Fellow of the National Training Laboratories (NTL), and the only Fellow from India of the Society for the Study of Social Issues (SPSSI). He is Fellow of the Indian Society of Extension Education.
He has been US-AID HRD/OD Advisor to the Ministry of Health, Government of Indonesia; L&T Professor of Organisational Behaviour, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad; Director, School of Basic Sciences and Humanities, University of Udaipur; Director in SIET Institute, Hyderabad; and Professor at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhiand the National Institute of Health Administration and Education, New Delhi. He has been HRD Advisor to the Bank of Baroda.
He has authored or edited about 50 books and more than 350 papers and been given severalnational awards and has been cited in a large number of national and international biographical reference books.He has also been on the Editorial/Advisory Boards of several journals.
Highlights
The program was broadly conceived under the leadership of the late Dr. Udai Pareek-the father of HR movement in India with a vision to create the best PGDM in Human
The uniqueness of the program lies in the approach towards its design and conduct with a drastic re-modelling of practical inputs woven around theory through Projects/Live assignments
The focus of the PGDM program is on experiential learning with a strong conceptual base of applied psychology and behavioural sciences and their amalgamation with management
The program comprises of two-years of class intervention through experiential, experimental and practical learning
The program is highly interactive and innovative. The course structure provides a perfect combination of conceptual Framework and practical insights to meet the challenges of the industry
Preamble:
EMPI’s Udai Pareek Human Resource Laboratory for Applied Behavioural Sciences (UP HR-LABS) is a centre of Excellence in HR at EMPI Business School New Delhi. Foundation stone of UP HR-LABS was laid down on May 3, 2004 under the Chairmanship of Dr. Udai Pareek, Fmr. Professor, IIM Ahmedabad and popularly known as the ‘HRD Guru’ or the ‘Father of HRD Movement in India’. It started with a vision to produce competent HR professionals, who can make unique contribution to business rather than just provide HR services by working in the areas of education, training, consultancy, research and Assessment Centre and since then it is considered as the best PGDM in HR in Delhi NCR region.
AI is transforming HR by streamlining processes and enhancing decision-making. It automates repetitive tasks like resume screening and scheduling interviews, freeing HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives. AI-driven analytics provide insights into employee performance, engagement, and turnover, enabling data-informed decisions. Additionally, AI enhances recruitment through chatbots and predictive analytics, helping identify top candidates and reduce biases. Personalized learning and development programs powered by AI cater to individual employee needs, fostering growth. By facilitating better workforce planning and improving employee experiences, AI is reshaping HR into a more efficient, strategic, and data-driven function.
Scope and Objectives:
The scope of a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Human Resources (HR) with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) encompasses the integration of traditional HR practices with advanced technological tools. This program aims to equip students with the skills needed to leverage AI in HR functions, enhancing recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, and workforce analytics.
Students opting for PGDM with specialization in HR would be able to:
- Understand HR Fundamentals and provide a solid foundation in HR principles, policies, and practices
- Appreciate the behavioural dimensions of people and the ability to provide necessary and appropriate interventions
- Integrate AI Technologies and learn the application of AI tools in various HR processes, such as recruitment, training, and employee engagement
- Equip students with skills in data analysis for data-driven decision and making HR strategies to improve organizational performance
- Address the ethical considerations and compliance issues in HR.
- Provide Strategic HR Leadership by preparing students to lead HR functions in a tech-driven environment, aligning HR strategies with business objectives.
Job Opportunities
HR Manager
Talent Acquisition Specialist
HR Business Partner
Learning and Development Manager
Compensation and Benefits Analyst
Employee Relations Manager
Organizational Development Consultant
HR Analytics Specialist
Diversity and Inclusion Officer
Recruitment Consultant
These roles are available in various sectors, including IT, healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing, reflecting the versatile nature of HR expertise.
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