[codingdave]

> The education is simply lacking when you have the HRM, HRS coming from majors such as Literature, or even in some cases Biology ... People with majors in other fields are simply not capable to handle it, without any training or complementary HR education.

Are you serious on this point? That unless you studied the right subjects in undergrad, you are not capable? Oof. Being that close-minded to people's abilities makes me question the validity of everything else you have said. You may have some valid underlying points - HR is definitely imperfect. But the opinions are running more strongly than facts on this post.

[nicksbg]

Not quite. Would expand on it more but there are character limits on HN. My main point is that if you are coming from other field, you need to prove yourself - take the necessary education, some kind of courses, earn a certificate that proves you are willing to dedicate yourself to new career. Simply giving someone job that they do not how a good grasp on, is more of a favour than a logical business decision. It is better for them to get quickly on track via courses and education, as well the company that has chosen such candidate for HR.