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    HRCI

    HRCI Human Resource Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Training Programs, Recruitment, Employee Training, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Compensation Management, Performance Appraisal, Job Evaluation, Developing Training Materials, Compensation Strategy, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Employee Relations, Occupational Safety And Health, Business Continuity Planning, Risk Management

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Full Cycle Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compensation Analysis, People Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Compensation Strategy, Talent Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compensation Management, Performance Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Employee Retention, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    144 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI HR Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, LLM Application, Productivity, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Professional Development, Policy Development, New Hire Orientations, Communication, Communication Planning, Human Development, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Talent Recruitment, Policy Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Systems, Payroll Tax, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Administration, Data Entry, Employee Onboarding, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Compensation Management, Human Resource Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Non-Profit Accounting, Payment Processing and Collection, Tax Compliance, Benefits Administration, Specialized Accounting, Record Keeping, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    649 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Diversity and Inclusion for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Engagement, Ideation, Decision Making, Recruitment, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Human Resources Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Recruitment, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Interviewing Skills, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Organizational Structure, Employee Onboarding, Health Care Administration, Internal Communications, Labor Law

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Job Evaluation, Benefits Administration, Data Collection, Compensation and Benefits, Data Visualization, Job Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Human Resource Policies, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Payroll, Program Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    HRCI

    Talent Acquisition

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Onboarding, Negotiation, Employee Retention, Talent Sourcing, Talent Management, Human Resources, Interviewing Skills, Forecasting, Labor Law

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Tableau Software, Sampling (Statistics), Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, LinkedIn, Dashboard, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    176K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • HRCI Human Resource Associate: HRCI
  • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
  • Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Generative AI HR Professional: Vanderbilt University
  • ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
  • Diversity and Inclusion for HR Professionals: University of California, Irvine
  • Human Resources Management Essentials: Johns Hopkins University
  • ADP Entry-Level Compensation and Benefits Analyst: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Talent Acquisition: HRCI

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hr

Browse the HR courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Strategic HRM: Talent, Performance, Compensation Design: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Human Resources Analytics: University of California, Irvine
  • Payroll & HR Management: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
  • HR Management Fundamentals: Recruitment to Development: Coursera Instructor Network‎

Start by identifying your focus—whether it’s entering the HR field, strengthening core HR practices, or preparing for leadership or certification.

  • For a broad introduction to HR roles and functions, consider the Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers Specialization by the University of Minnesota.
  • For those interested in talent acquisition and workforce planning, explore Recruiting, Hiring, and Onboarding Employees from the same series.
  • If you're preparing for SHRM or HRCI certification, Preparing to Manage Human Resources offers foundational theory and real-world context.‎

These beginner-friendly options are ideal for learners new to HR or looking to understand the fundamentals:

  • Human Resources Analytics by the University of California, Irvine – A practical look at data-driven HR decision-making.
  • People Management Skills from the University of London – Offers a global HR perspective for new or aspiring people managers.
  • Preparing to Manage Human Resources by the University of Minnesota – A foundational overview of HR systems, laws, and strategy.‎
  • A course dives into one key topic—such as Compensation and Benefits.
  • A Specialization helps you build deep, multi-course expertise—for example, Human Resource Management Specialization.
  • A Professional Certificate prepares you for job roles with hands-on projects and career-focused support—like HRCI Human Resource Associate Professional Certificate. ‎

Click here to ask ChatGPT to find the right HR course on Coursera for your learning goals.‎

Yes. You can start learning Human Resources on Coursera for free in two ways:

  • Preview the first module of many HR courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in Human Resources, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade 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.‎

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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