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Leadership Building

Executive Education

Postgraduate Certificate
in Human Resource Management - Batch 39

38 batches. 9,000+ HR careers impacted.
Join the 39th at a NIRF Top 10, globally accredited XLRI.

Start Date

28th June 2026

Programme Fees

₹4,00,000 (All-inclusive)

Duration

12 Months

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Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirement

Graduation (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) in any discipline.

Statement of purpose.

Work Experience

Minimum 12 months of work experience after graduation.

Programme Overview

HR today is expected to shape leadership pipelines, guide change, and drive business performance, making structured capability essential. The Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from XLRI, now in its 39th batch, is designed to meet this shift. The AICTE approved 12-month programme blends management fundamentals, strategic HR, analytics, and organisational design through live sessions and campus immersion, helping working professionals turn experience into credible, strategic impact.

More than just a certificate, this programme is part of a long-standing HR legacy. With thousands of careers impacted and a strong alumni network, it offers participants not only knowledge, but also a professional identity backed by one of India’s most respected business schools.

Long-standing Legacy

Built on the success of 38 batches shaping credible HR leaders globally.

Professional Identity

Backed by one of India’s most respected business schools.

Integrated Learning

Capability across HR foundations, strategy, and digital transformation.

Exclusive FREE access Worth ₹9,999 with this programme

Designed to empower leaders with actionable insights and strategies to drive innovation across industries, this course consists of:

In-depth, advanced curriculum

Real-life use cases of GenAI

Syllabus that is relevant to nine various industries

12 hours of learning content

Sessions by industry experts and TimesPro faculty

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Programme Highlights

XLRI Immersion

Experience a structured on-campus learning journey of five days at XLRI, Jamshedpur, with direct faculty engagement and deeper peer interaction.

XLRI Credential

Earn a formally recognised postgraduate certificate from XLRI, valued across industries for its HR leadership legacy.

Peer Learning

Collaborate with a high-calibre cohort of professionals, bringing an average of seven years of work experience.

Live Faculty Session

Engage in real-time, interactive classes led by eminent XLRI faculty and industry experts.

12-Month Structure

A structured postgraduate journey designed to build strong HR capability alongside your full-time role.

Proven Legacy

Built on the success of 38 batches that have shaped credible HR leaders across industries.

Integrated Curriculum

Build capability across HR foundations, strategy, analytics, and digital transformation in one cohesive learning journey.

XLRI Alumni Status

Join XLRI alumni network, gaining lifelong credibility, connections, and professional recognition.

Programme Curriculum

Module 1

01
  • • Fundamentals of Business Economics
  • • Foundations of Human Resource Management
  • • Foundations of Industrial Relations
  • • Individual Behaviour in Organizations
  • • Human Resource Planning & Acquisition
  • • Laws of Employee Relations & Workplace Discipline
  • • Principles of Marketing

Module 2

02
  • • Foundations of Organizational Strategy
  • • Operations & Project Management for HRM
  • • Accounting & Finance for HR
  • • Training & Development
  • • Performance Appraisal & Management
  • • Employee Compensation Systems
  • • Group Behaviour in Organization

Module 3

03
  • • Competency Based Human Resource Management
  • • Organization Structure & Design
  • • Laws of Wages and Social Security
  • • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • • Digital Transformation
  • • Human Resource Analytics
  • • Organizational Change & Development

Certification & XLRI Alumni Status

On successfully completing the programme and meeting all requirements, participants are awarded the Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management by XLRI, Jamshedpur, a credential recognised across industries for strategic HR capability. They also receive XLRI Alumni Status status, connecting them with XLRI’s vibrant global community for ongoing professional engagement and networking. Being part of this distinguished network enhances credibility and lifelong career support.

Lifelong Network

Access to a global network of XLRI executive alumni.

Campus Library

On-site access to the XLRI campus library facilities.

Official Communication

Regular updates, newsletters, and official XLRI communications.

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Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of XLRI.

XLRI Campus

5 Days

On-Campus Immersion

The XLRI Campus Experience - Where HR Leaders Gather

Participants engage in a 5-day structured immersion at XLRI – Xavier School of Management, one of India’s oldest and most respected management institutes. Established in 1949, XLRI’s Jamshedpur campus offers a spacious, green, academically oriented environment that fosters deeper learning, rich peer interaction, and direct faculty engagement, enhancing the postgraduate experience.

During the campus stay, participants take part in intensive classroom sessions and group-based learning activities designed to deepen understanding and collaboration. Attendance for the in-campus module is mandatory for all participants. XLRI provides boarding and lodging facilities throughout the campus component, ensuring a focused and immersive learning experience.

  • Engage in intensive classroom sessions led by XLRI faculty
  • Participate in collaborative group learning and leadership discussions
  • Build meaningful connections with a senior peer cohort across industries

Voices of Excellence

Hear from our accomplished alumni cohort

Aastha Sharma

"It was a great learning experience. This course is very relevant for mid-career HR professionals. The course is conducted in a structured manner and has helped me to grasp things very easily. This course has added a lot of professional value for me. I am truly satisfied and happy with the learning that I am getting through this course."

AASTHA SHARMA

HR Director, Caizin

Paritosh Vaishnav

"It's been amazing! From the faculty to the course content, everything has been amazing. Special mention for TSW for ensuring the course continuity amid the rampant pandemic."

PARITOSH VAISHNAV

Director People & Culture

Programme Director

Dr Rahul Chandra Sheel

Dr Rahul Chandra Sheel

Associate Dean | Corporate Program & VIL

Professor Sheel regularly designs and delivers customised leadership development programmes for leading corporate clients. He has an established track record of training senior executives across organisations such as Coca-Cola India, NTPC, NPCIL, NHPC, JSW, Powergrid, ONGC, Indian Oil, HAL, Tata Steel, Tata Capital, Mahindra & Mahindra, L&T, Novo Nordisk, and Asian Paints.

In 2016, he launched India’s first dedicated Leadership and Change Management programme and has since led 10 batches, training over 1,100 executives. He also spearheads several in-person executive programmes, including the XLRI Change Certification Programme (3 days), Change Facilitator Certificate Programme (3 days), and the LEAD Programme (5 days).

Class Schedule

Saturday 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sunday 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

* Sessions are held twice every week

Admission Criteria

  • Evaluation of academic record & professional experience
  • Review of Statement of Purpose (SOP)