University of Michigan
Extraordinary Human Capital Management Specialization
University of Michigan

Extraordinary Human Capital Management Specialization

Unlock Business Value Through Strategic HR. Transform HR practices through strategic alignment, talent management, and leadership principles to enhance organizational success.

Cheri Alexander

Instructor: Cheri Alexander

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4.7

(27 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Develop strategic HR practices to align with organizational goals

  • Apply leadership principles to manage talent and enhance team dynamics

  • Utilize technology and analytics for data-driven HR decisions

  • Navigate complex HR challenges with ethical and legal considerations

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Specialization - 5 course series

What you'll learn

  • Analyze and apply the Human Capital Management Circle Framework to real-world HR scenarios

  • Evaluate and employ strategies for effective communication and conflict resolution

  • Identify and explain the legal and strategic foundations of HR

  • Reflect on personal learning and development by maintaining a Learning Journal to document insights and track progress

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Compensation Management, People Analytics, Legal Risk, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resource Policies, Workforce Development, Employee Retention, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Safety Culture, Communication Strategies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, HR Tech, Labor Law, Organizational Leadership, and Environment Health And Safety

What you'll learn

  • Evaluate the strategic role of human capital management in driving organizational success

  • Assess and strategize talent management approaches for optimal alignment with organizational goals

  • Understand the importance of providing quality feedback to grow talent

  • Interpret the role of technology, particularly AI and people analytics, in evolving HR practices

Skills you'll gain

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

What you'll learn

  • Design and manage teams with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)

  • Compare and contrast the roles of HR and labor relations within the context of unionization

  • Develop strategies for effective change management grounded in contemporary HR models and theories

  • Examine the dynamics of employer-employee relationships

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Talent Management, Change Management, Negotiation, Employee Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Team Management, Labor Relations, Conflict Management, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, and Organizational Change

What you'll learn

  • Analyze the implications of globalization on human capital and adapt HR strategies accordingly

  • Cultivate cultural appreciation and understand its significance in global teams and expatriate management

  • Apply key learning from global HR examples to real-life international HR issues

  • Identify attributes of successful global HR leaders and expatriates through analysis and discussion

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Management, Case Studies, Leadership, Human Resources Management and Planning, Cultural Sensitivity, and Intercultural Competence

What you'll learn

  • Critique strategies for organizational downsizing while maintaining an ethical and positive approach

  • Explore the impact of corporate politics on human capital management and employee relations

  • Apply psychological principles within the context of HR to foster positive intentions and professional relationships

  • Synthesize knowledge from the entire series to evaluate comprehensive HR strategies in various scenarios

Skills you'll gain

Human Capital, Human Resources Management and Planning, Organizational Change, Change Management, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Policy Development, Human Resources, Business Ethics, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Employee Relations

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Instructor

Cheri Alexander
University of Michigan
10 Courses185,290 learners

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University of Michigan

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