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    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to OSHA: Safety Standards and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Occupational Safety And Health, Safety Training, Health And Safety Standards, Safety Culture, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Law

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      167 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Toronto

      Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Product Design, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Influencing, Qualitative Research, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      580 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Generative AI: Advance Your Human Resources (HR) Career

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources Software, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Generative AI, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Data Ethics, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Performance Appraisal, Employee Onboarding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      AI Applications in People Management

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, People Management, Artificial Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Machine Learning, Employee Retention, Predictive Analytics, Blockchain

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Generative AI in Human Resources

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Human Resource Strategy, AI Personalization, Employee Performance Management, Automation, Business Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Industrial Relations: Fostering Workplace Climate

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Team Leadership, People Management, Labor Law, Human Resources, Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Compliance Management, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Develop and Maintain a Healthy Talent Pipeline

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Pipelining, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Employee Retention, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Talent Sourcing, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, HR Tech, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Mastering SHRM Certification

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership Studies, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Professional Networking, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Change Management, Analysis, Branding

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Building a Hiring Plan by Analyzing Past Data in Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Job Analysis, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Google Sheets, Consolidation, Talent Acquisition, Compensation Analysis, Recruitment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Data Collection, Business Research, Data Analysis, User Feedback, Business Software, Data Presentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      417 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Managing Employee Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Engagement, Goal Setting, Communication, Culture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Managing Social and Human Capital

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, People Management, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Employee Performance Management, Team Motivation, Compensation and Benefits, Job Analysis, Talent Recruitment, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to OSHA: Safety Standards and Compliance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
    • Generative AI: Advance Your Human Resources (HR) Career: SkillUp EdTech
    • AI Applications in People Management : University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Generative AI in Human Resources: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Industrial Relations: Fostering Workplace Climate: Coursera Instructor Network
    • How to Develop and Maintain a Healthy Talent Pipeline: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Mastering SHRM Certification: Board Infinity
    • Building a Hiring Plan by Analyzing Past Data in Sheets: Coursera Project Network
    • Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn HR?

    Human resources (HR) focuses on managing people, culture, and workplace processes to support organizational success. It plays a key role in hiring, employee development, performance management, and compliance. Learning HR can help you build the skills to support teams, shape workplace strategy, and drive meaningful impact across industries.

    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

    Coursera offers HR courses and certificates from leading companies like IBM's Generative AI for Human Resources Professionals and SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Exam Prep, and institutions like the University of Minnesota. You can explore topics like recruitment, employee relations, talent development, HR analytics, and organizational strategy.‎

    Yes. Many HR courses include a free audit option. This allows you to access the course videos and readings at no cost. If you want to earn a certificate or complete graded assignments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You can learn how to manage hiring processes, support employee engagement, design performance management systems, and navigate labor laws. Some courses also introduce digital HR tools and data-driven strategies for workforce planning.‎

    No experience is needed to get started. Many HR courses are built for beginners and cover foundational concepts. You can also find more advanced content for professionals looking to grow in areas like strategic HR or analytics.‎

    Yes. HR roles are common across all industries, and employers often look for candidates with up-to-date skills and practical knowledge. A certificate from a Coursera course or program can help you build confidence, grow your resume, and take the next step in your HR career.‎

    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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