TISS MA in Human Relation Management and Labour Relations: Curriculum, Career, and Placements of a Premier HR Management Program in India

Do you want to become an Entrepreneur or an Organizational development specialist, a Policy advisor or an HR consultant with in-depth knowledge in Human Resource Management?

Here you must know the best program in Tata Institute of Social Sciences M A in HRM and LR which is considered equivalent to MBA.


TISS is recognized as

i. Featured in Forbes Marquee as a “Great Place to Study”

ii. NAAC Rating of 3.89/4. Ranked Among the Top Two Universities Nationwide for Academic Excellence

iii. Achieved 57th rank nationally and stood 34th among Indian universities in the NIRF 2020 rankings

iv. Recognized as a ‘Brand A’ institution by the 2020 ARIIA (Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements) for excellence in innovation and research

“Respect to the society and environment with due consideration to gender equality, diversity, inclusivity, justice and sustainability are the foundation of the learning processes in MA HRM&LR-that prepare professionally competent and socially sensitive management graduates in TISS “

 As Highlighted by Mr. Satyajit Majumdar, Dean at TISS Mumbai School of Management & Labour Studies

Course Overview

 The course is offered under School of Management and Labour Studies in TISS Mumbai and Hyderabad campuses.

The Foundation course is uniquely designed to sensitize students regarding diverse aspects of Indian society- social, political, ecological namely. Highly effective learning environment is provided to students were they get opportunity to apply their knowledge and skill in Field Work Programs.

During the two year program, students get placed in different industry sectors as part of field work program in curriculum which is crucial to integrate knowledge to real work situations.

The theory and practical interface is brought into by the unique pedagogical approach in TISS.

The course consist of total 93 Credits.

The First semester consist of Foundation Course, Philosophy of Research, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Management of Human Resources and more

The Second semester consist of Financial Management, Labour Economics, Organisation Behaviour, Performance Management, Learning and Development

The Third semester consist of Employee Resourcing, Organisation Development and Change Management, Labour Law 2, Trade Unions, Strategic Management and more

The Fourth Semester consist of Corporate Governance & Business Ethics, Business Analytics, In-depth Expertise in HR Management & Labour Relations Across Service-Based Industries, and more

HRM and LR students undergo hands-on training with four diverse companies over their two-year academic journey.

The fieldwork programme comprises the following:

1. Concurrent placement - In the first two semesters, students attend fieldwork in two different organizations, twice a week

2. NGO Block placement- At the end of the fourth semester, the students work in an NGO for one month.

3. Corporate BLOCK placement - In the third and fourth semesters, students undertake a month long block fieldwork placement in two different organizations

4. Rural immersion-Prior to the commencement of second semester, students are taken for a week long rural visit.

It provide the students: live experience with challenging projects apart from diverse exposure.

Field work organizations are:

Bharti AXA Life Insurance,Citibank,Deutsche Bank, HDFC Bank, HSBC, ICICI, Asian Paints,Colgate,Palmolive,Eureka Forbes, Future Groups, General Mills India Ltd., Godrej, Accenture, Aegis India, Atomberg, CMS Info Systems, Firstsource, IBM, Larsen & Toubro Infotech, ABG Shipyard Ltd ACC Limited, AkzoNobe, Cipla, Galderma,Glenmark etc.

ADECCO - TISS LABOUR MARKET RESEARCH INITIATIVE

It is research and policy advocacy program established in 2006. The curriculum delves into the dynamics of India’s economy and evolving labour demographics. This program bridges critical gaps between academia, government policy, corporate needs, and future talent pools.

Notable Alumni:

1. Insights from Aakriti Chandra, Senior Director – HR Tech and Rewards at Flipkart

2. Debashish Roy VP HR Africa Eurasia & Middle East Div Colgate, Palmolive

3. Neelima Rao VP - HR, Global R&D and North American HUB Leader AstraZeneca

4. Amit Sinha Head HR Nepal, Unilever

Placement according to TISS reports:

Placement success reached new heights, with the top salary offer hitting ₹29.32 LPA.

• Top 10% of candidates secured average packages of ₹27.43 LPA; Top 25% averaged ₹25.16 LPA.

• A total of 22 Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) were rolled out to standout performers.

• The process witnessed the participation of regular recruiters like Accenture, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Bajaj Auto, Citi, Dell Technologies, Deloitte India, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Flipkart, ITC, Marico, Nestle, RPG, TAS, TCS, Wipro etc.

• First-time recruiters included major names like Alembic Pharma, Byju’s, Bridgestone, Darwinbox, GE Shipping, Tata Electronics, and more.

How to Get into TISS MA in HRM & LR?

To pursue the prestigious MA in Human Resource Management and Labour Relations (HRM & LR) at TISS Mumbai, candidates must clear the TISS-CAT (now part of CUET-PG). This national-level entrance exam evaluates your aptitude, analytical thinking, and communication skills—essential for HR leaders of tomorrow.

If you're aiming for TISS HRM & LR, start your preparation with these expert-curated resources from Manoeuvre Education:

·         ✅ TISS CUET PG CAT 2026 Marathon Batch (Live Coaching)
(Ideal for those aiming for CUET PG 2026 with live classes and doubt-solving sessions)

·         ✅ TISS-CAT 2025 Self-Study Course
(Perfect for independent learners preparing for TISS-CAT 2025 at their own pace)

·         ✅ TISS-CAT Sectional Preparation Modules
(Focused modules for English Proficiency, Maths & Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness)

·         ✅ GD-WAT-PI Preparation for TISS Admission
(Get ready for the next rounds after clearing the written test—Group Discussion, Written Assessment, and Personal Interview)

💬 Still Need Help Deciding the Right Course or Preparation Strategy?
Click here for Free Expert Counselling and get personalized guidance for TISS-CAT and MA HRM & LR admission.