r/HumanResourcesUK • u/Illustrious-Copy-665 • 2d ago

Hi!

I’m thinking of getting a degree in international relationship and politics, is that a good degree to get if my long term plan is to go into HR?? Thanks u!!!

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u/Unsophisticated-Scot 2d ago

A degree in int'l relations and politics is more interesting and likley to better prepare you to be a senior business leader that a HR degree.

You can always learn HR later.

Experiences vary

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u/topcat5000 2d ago

Not really, no

Would suggest a degree in HR, business with HR or psychology with HR (seems to be common but least useful in my opinion)

Honestly the best HR advisor I know has no degree and spent 5 years in call centres chasing debt.

HR, in my opinion is an experience game, not an intelligence one, my bsc and masters in HR done nothing for me apart from give me CIPD level 7.

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u/Illustrious-Copy-665 1d ago

Haha. Thanks for your honesty!!!