University of Michigan
Extraordinary Human Capital Management Specialization
University of Michigan

Extraordinary Human Capital Management Specialization

Unlock Business Value Through Strategic HR. Transform HR practices through strategic alignment, talent management, and leadership principles to enhance organizational success.

Cheri Alexander

Instructor: Cheri Alexander

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.7

(26 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Develop strategic HR practices to align with organizational goals

  • Apply leadership principles to manage talent and enhance team dynamics

  • Utilize technology and analytics for data-driven HR decisions

  • Navigate complex HR challenges with ethical and legal considerations

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Specialization - 5 course series

What you'll learn

  • Analyze and apply the Human Capital Management Circle Framework to real-world HR scenarios

  • Evaluate and employ strategies for effective communication and conflict resolution

  • Identify and explain the legal and strategic foundations of HR

  • Reflect on personal learning and development by maintaining a Learning Journal to document insights and track progress

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Compensation Management, People Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Safety Culture, Communication Strategies, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Organizational Leadership, Environment Health And Safety, Human Resource Policies, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Workforce Development, HR Tech, Employee Retention, and Industrial and Organizational Psychology

What you'll learn

  • Evaluate the strategic role of human capital management in driving organizational success

  • Assess and strategize talent management approaches for optimal alignment with organizational goals

  • Understand the importance of providing quality feedback to grow talent

  • Interpret the role of technology, particularly AI and people analytics, in evolving HR practices

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Talent Management, Human Resource Strategy, Crisis Management, Change Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership Development, HR Tech, Team Management, Workforce Development, People Analytics, Growth Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Cultural Sensitivity, and Leadership

What you'll learn

  • Design and manage teams with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)

  • Compare and contrast the roles of HR and labor relations within the context of unionization

  • Develop strategies for effective change management grounded in contemporary HR models and theories

  • Examine the dynamics of employer-employee relationships

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Negotiation, Talent Management, Change Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Conflict Management, Labor Relations, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Organizational Change, Diversity and Inclusion, and Team Management

What you'll learn

  • Analyze the implications of globalization on human capital and adapt HR strategies accordingly

  • Cultivate cultural appreciation and understand its significance in global teams and expatriate management

  • Apply key learning from global HR examples to real-life international HR issues

  • Identify attributes of successful global HR leaders and expatriates through analysis and discussion

Skills you'll gain

Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, Workforce Management, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources Management and Planning, Intercultural Competence, Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, and Case Studies

What you'll learn

  • Critique strategies for organizational downsizing while maintaining an ethical and positive approach

  • Explore the impact of corporate politics on human capital management and employee relations

  • Apply psychological principles within the context of HR to foster positive intentions and professional relationships

  • Synthesize knowledge from the entire series to evaluate comprehensive HR strategies in various scenarios

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Organizational Change, Human Resources Management and Planning, Change Management, Business Ethics, Relationship Management, Workforce Development, Policy Development, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Conflict Management

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Cheri Alexander
University of Michigan
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