Diploma in Human Resources (HR) – Free Online Course | Alison

The Diploma in Human Resources (HR) is one of Alison’s top 10 most popular free online courses in 2025, taken by learners seeking to build or advance careers in people management and organisational development. This comprehensive diploma covers all core HR functions — from recruitment and training to performance management, workplace behaviour, and employment law — making it ideal for aspiring HR professionals and business managers alike.

What You Will Learn

• Core principles of human resource management in modern organisations
• Recruitment, selection, and onboarding best practices
• Employee training, development, and performance appraisal systems
• Workplace behaviour, motivation theories, and employee relations
• Employment law, compliance, and ethical HR practices
• HR planning, workforce analysis, and organisational development
• Compensation, benefits, and payroll management fundamentals

Career Opportunities

Course Highlights

• 100% Free — no fees to study the full diploma
• CPD UK Accredited — recognised for professional development
• Comprehensive curriculum — covers all major HR functions
• Self-paced — complete in your own time on any device
• Certificate available — optional digital or printed diploma certificate
• Globally recognised — taken by millions of HR learners worldwide

Assessment & Certification

To earn the Alison Diploma in Human Resources, complete all modules and achieve 80% or above in each assessment. Assessments can be retaken as many times as needed. Upon passing, an optional CPD-accredited digital or printed Diploma certificate is available for purchase.