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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Automation, Employee Onboarding, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Generative AI Agents, User Feedback, Document Management, ChatGPT, Employee Engagement, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Introdução ao Workforce Management

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Management, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, HR Tech, Organizational Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Agile Methodology, Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for People and Talent Management

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Employee Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Performance Management, AI Personalization, People Development, Human Resource Strategy, HR Tech, Human Resources, People Analytics, Workforce Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Innovation, Analytics, Adaptability, Real Time Data

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      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, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Recruitment, Talent Sourcing, Workforce Development, People Development, Recruitment, HR Tech, Applicant Tracking Systems, Strategic Sourcing, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Analytics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, HR Tech, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Communication, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Labor Compliance, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Team Building, Innovation, Change Management, Employee Onboarding, Decision Making

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Developing a Leadership Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Professional Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Change, People Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Learning Styles, Relationship Building, Adaptability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Change Management, Talent Management, Organizational Strategy, HR Tech, Crisis Management, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Development, Team Management, Leadership Development, People Analytics, Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, Growth Strategies, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Empowerment, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Assertiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      554 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Leadership Psychology: Enhancing Team Dynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Workflow Management, Adaptability, Accountability, Coaching

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Strategic Healthcare Workforce Management

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Workforce Management, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Community Health, Performance Measurement, Health Care Administration, Talent Management, Employee Surveys, Capacity Planning, Interviewing Skills, Needs Assessment, Forecasting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Academic Advising, Personal Development, Human Centered Design, Psychology, Relationship Building, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      379 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Generative AI: Advance Your Human Resources (HR) Career

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, HR Tech, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Generative AI, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Performance Appraisal, Employee Onboarding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular workforce development courses

    • GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introdução ao Workforce Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • GenAI for People and Talent Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • How to Develop and Maintain a Healthy Talent Pipeline: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge: Board Infinity
    • Developing a Leadership Framework: Kennesaw State University
    • Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent: University of Michigan
    • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University
    • Leadership Psychology: Enhancing Team Dynamics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Strategic Healthcare Workforce Management: Northeastern University

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