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    • I

      IE Business School

      Fundamentals of Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Diversity Programs, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, People Management, Culture, Demography, Sociology, Communication, Empowerment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Employee Engagement, User Feedback, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence Software, Performance Analysis, Internal Communications, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Business Software, Data Analysis Software

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      English for Effective Business Communications

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Marketing, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting, Human Resources, Business Communication, Recruitment, Business Writing, Grammar, Communication, Employee Onboarding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      111 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      UBITS

      Resuelve conflictos laborales según la Guía de HBR

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Communication Strategies, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Managing Diversity in a Multicultural Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, People Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Team Building, Employee Engagement, Empowerment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

      Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Collaboration, Negotiation, Trustworthiness, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Adaptability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Human Resource Stewardship for Churches

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Performance Appraisal, Staff Management, Safety Training, Human Resources, Performance Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Recruitment, Compensation and Benefits, Supervision, Cultural Diversity, Job Analysis, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      I

      Interactive Brokers

      Economics - Employment and the Labor Market (US)

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Compensation Management, Market Trend, Economic Development, Market Data, Financial Market, Forecasting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Understanding & Influencing Workplace Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development, People Management, Team Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Management, Influencing, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Management, Empowerment, Culture

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Automated Reasoning with GPT Assistant API: ReAct Agents

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Process Automation, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Environment, Business Logic, Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Personalized Service, TypeScript, Node.JS, Application Security

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Automation, Employee Surveys, Employee Onboarding, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Generative AI Agents, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Document Management, ChatGPT, Employee Engagement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      RH, Dados e Inteligência Artificial

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, HR Tech, Deep Learning, Digital Transformation, Machine Learning, Human Resources, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentals of Diversity: IE Business School
    • Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms: Coursera Project Network
    • English for Effective Business Communications: University of California, Irvine
    • Resuelve conflictos laborales según la Guía de HBR: UBITS
    • Managing Diversity in a Multicultural Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Human Resource Stewardship for Churches: Duke University
    • Economics - Employment and the Labor Market (US): Interactive Brokers
    • Understanding & Influencing Workplace Behavior: Northeastern University
    • Automated Reasoning with GPT Assistant API: ReAct Agents: 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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