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    • Status: New
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      U

      University of Michigan

      Human Capital: Teams, Unions, and Change Management

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Human Capital, Labor Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Change Management, Organizational Change, Team Management, Employee Engagement, Negotiation, Talent Management, Conflict Management, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Ambulatory Healthcare Management

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Practice Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Management Training And Development, Clinic Management Systems, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Patient Flow, Primary Care, Health Systems, Urgent Care, Telehealth, Human Resources, Hospital Medicine

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Interviewing Best Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Full Cycle Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Employee Onboarding, Decision Making, Communication

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Arbitration, Mediation, Business Ethics, Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Contract Management, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resources, Product Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      436 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • H

      HubSpot Academy

      Strategic Customer Relationship Management & Sales Technique

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Data Visualization, Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Prospecting and Qualification, Persona Development, HubSpot CRM, Sales Training, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Lead Generation, Employee Onboarding, Sales Pipelines, Target Audience, Sales, Dashboard, Customer Success Management, Business Reporting, Content Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      13 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Análise de Dados para Workforce Management

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Management, People Analytics, Big Data, HR Tech, Workforce Planning, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Resource Strategy, Deep Learning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Data Visualization, Digital Transformation, Human Resources, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, R Programming, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Data Structures

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      60 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Accountability, Cultural Diversity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Marketing, Professional Networking, Writing, Professional Development, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Business Writing, Personal Development, Communication, Branding

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IIT Bombay

      Introduction to Business Management: Winning Internally

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Production Process, Financial Management, Accounting, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Business, Manufacturing Operations, Leadership, Human Resources, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Financial Statements, Innovation, Product Development

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Advanced Models for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Mathematical Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Workforce Planning, Microsoft Excel, Resource Allocation, Finance, Production Planning, Investment Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Michigan

      Human Capital: Globalization and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Human Capital, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture, Workforce Management, Leadership

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Employee Management System with When I Work

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Workforce Management, Talent Acquisition, Staff Management, Payroll, Team Management, Data Entry, Scheduling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      220 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular hr courses

    • Human Capital: Teams, Unions, and Change Management: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Ambulatory Healthcare Management: Johns Hopkins University
    • Interviewing Best Practices: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model: University of Michigan
    • Strategic Customer Relationship Management & Sales Technique: HubSpot Academy
    • Análise de Dados para Workforce Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare: University of Michigan
    • البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Introduction to Business Management: Winning Internally: IIT Bombay
    • Advanced Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Hr

    HR course curriculums typically cover essential modern skills including:

    • Talent acquisition and recruitment strategies
    • Employee relations and engagement
    • Performance management systems
    • Compensation and benefits administration
    • HR analytics and metrics
    • DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) practices
    • HR information systems (HRIS)
    • Employment law and compliance
    • Organizational development
    • Change management‎

    No prior HR experience is required for most foundational courses, the curriculum serves:

    • Career changers entering HR
    • Current HR professionals upgrading skills
    • Managers wanting to understand HR practices
    • Small business owners managing HR functions
    • Advanced courses might recommend basic HR knowledge‎

    HR courses offer various credential options:

    • SHRM alignment certificates
    • University HR management certificates
    • Specialization certificates in specific HR functions
    • Individual course certificates
    • HR analytics certificates
    • DEI specialist certificates
    • Many courses help prepare for professional certifications like SHRM-CP and PHR.‎

    HR expertise can lead to various roles including:

    • HR Generalist/Manager
    • Talent Acquisition Specialist
    • Compensation & Benefits Analyst
    • Learning & Development Manager
    • Employee Relations Specialist
    • HRIS Analyst
    • DEI Program Manager
    • HR Business Partner
    • HR Analytics Specialist ‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including HR. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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