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HR Consulting Skills

Mini Course
Many HR professionals struggle to demonstrate impact and deliver value. Establish yourself as an effective partner to the business with this HR Consulting Skills mini course. Learn to use a simple, repeatable consulting approach to identify business problems, apply data-backed insights, and craft fit-for-purpose solutions that drive results. In just a few hours, you’ll have the skills to confidently influence stakeholders and elevate your role as a trusted advisor.
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Learning Objectives

Gather and synthesize business information, including understanding stakeholder roles
Identify symptoms of business problems and uncover the root cause
Make evidence-based recommendations and create stakeholder buy-in
Measure, evaluate, and communicate unlocked value through key metrics

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HR Consulting Skills
Intermediate
4 modules
• 11 lessons
• 3 hours
Become the trusted HR consultant
HR professionals require consulting skills to actively understand and help solve business problems. Learn new skills and uncover best practices to embrace a consulting mindset. This HR Consulting Skills mini course gives you a consulting framework with predefined steps and guidelines to identify obstacles, generate business-aligned HR solutions, track metrics, and communicate impact.
MODULE #1
Setting the Stage for Consulting Success
MODULE #2
Diagnosing the Business Problem & Root Cause Analysis
MODULE #3
Designing the Right Solution for the Business
MODULE #4
Creating an Implementation Plan & Monitoring Impact

KEY PROJECTS & RESOURCES IN THIS COURSE

Business Context Canvas
Recognize practical ways to gather, validate, and synthesize business information.
Stakeholder Management Template
Map stakeholders based on their influence and interest in the consulting process.
Data Types for HRBPs
Evaluate the validity and relevance of collected data through structured methods.
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Why should I enroll in this HR Consulting Skills mini course?

The business traditionally sees HR as an administrative function rather than a strategic partner. HR’s inability to fully engage and guide business partners in solving challenges is rooted in a lack of consulting skills. HR professionals struggle to earn the trust they need, while lacking the confidence to engage stakeholders in meaningful conversations.

The HR Consulting Skills mini course is designed for HR business partners, internal HR consultants, independent external consultants, or any HR professional who wants to solve business problems effectively and drive maximum value through fit-for-purpose HR solutions. Because it’s a mini course, you gain essential consulting skills after just a few hours.

You will master a structured, repeatable consulting approach that enables you to identify business problems, develop aligned HR solutions, effectively engage with your stakeholders, and evaluate and communicate unlocked value. In addition, the HR Consulting Skills mini course makes it easy for you to apply what you've learned with templates and resources. Whether you're new to your HR role or just need a quick refresher, the HR Consulting Skills mini course gives you the skills and tools to confidently consult the business and drive impact.

Is there a fixed schedule?

No. This program is 100% online and self-paced! When you learn and how much time you spend each day, week, or month is up to you. In total, you will need to invest approximately 35 hours to finish the program and obtain your certificate.

How long do I have access to the program?

In total, you will have 12 months of access to the student portal, all lessons, and learning materials. On average, members complete their (first) program in 3 - 4 months.

Which languages are the courses conducted in?

All courses are conducted in English with English subtitles available.

Is this program the right fit for me?

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