Human Resources Essentials Certificate

Human resources is a broad topic that touches on many facets of any organization. But there are some core concepts that all HR practitioners should know. This certificate in Human Resources Essentials will discuss those concepts and give you the set of skills you need to get started. Whether you are new to HR, perform the HR function in addition to other roles, or need to have an understanding of the HR role, this certificate will give you a strong foundation to make a difference in your organization.

Developed by Cornell University professors, the six courses in this certificate will equip you with a variety of skills—from understanding how to hire the right team, learning how to communicate effectively and knowing how to handle any workplace issues that may arise—all of which will help you succeed in your role.

Courses

Key Takeaways

Train managers to deliver effective performance feedback, rate employees accurately, and mitigate legal risk
Critically assess whether the organizational and HR practices in place are likely to exacerbate or reduce the negative outcomes associated with unconscious bias
Familiarize yourself with the employee development landscape at your organization
Diagnose the root causes of a situation and determine who in the organization will be the primary focus of an intervention
Assemble the different dimensions of interpersonal communication and apply them to difficult conversations
Determine current workforce needs with an eye to future changes and skills that might be needed
Develop a hiring plan that maximizes your likelihood of a good hire and communicate effectively with job candidates
Create a workplace atmosphere that reduces the occurrence of behavior issues and resolve issues as they arise

What You’ll Earn

Human Resources Essentials Certificate from Cornell ILR School
48 Professional Development Hours (4.8 CEUs)
15 Professional Development Units (PDUs) toward PMI recertification
42 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) toward SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP recertification

Who Should Enroll

Global professionals from for-profits, NGOs, and governmental agencies
Line-level HR professionals
Anyone who performs HR functions
Aspiring HR professionals

Total Investment

$3,600 with monthly payment options available
3 months to complete all the courses

How to Enroll

For more information on how to enroll, please visit Human Resources Essentials Certificate