6 Courses Required

Additional Details

Target Audience

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

Accreditation

  • Human Resources Essentials Certificate from Cornell ILR School
  • 66 Professional Development Hours (6.6 Continuing Education Units CEUs)
  • 17 Professional Development Units (PDUs) toward PMI recertification
  • 50 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) toward SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP recertification
  • 50 Credit hours towards HRCI recertification

Certificate Description

Human resources is a broad topic that touches on many facets of an 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. Equipping you to strengthen your team, communicate effectively, and handle any workplace issues, this series is essential for anyone touching the HR role.

This program includes a full year of free access to the HR and Leadership Symposium! 

These highly interactive virtual events span multiple days and explore today’s most pressing topics. Symposium offers exclusive opportunities to engage in real-time discussions with your eCornell community, applying insights from your courses to real-world scenarios. Through reflections and small-group discussions, you’ll deepen your learning, broaden your perspective, and expand your professional network.

Symposium events are held throughout the year, providing ongoing opportunities to stay engaged, gain fresh perspectives, and strengthen your skills. Once enrolled, you’ll receive access to the Symposium networking sites and details about upcoming sessions. You can participate in as many as you’d like to make the most of your experience, though attendance is not required to complete your program.

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