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How to become an HR Manager
From HR generalist: every step, how long it takes, and the credential it earns.
- Time to get there
- 3–6 years
- Typical pay
- $80k–$115k
- Starting from
- HR generalist
Pay is an estimate of typical US entry-level pay for this role and varies by state, employer and shift. The timeline assumes you are starting from HR generalist and includes any licence or programme legally required, not just course length.
See HR manager jobs open nowThe route
Build generalist experience
You cannot manage HR without having handled the full range of cases yourself.
Course that covers thisThe Essentials of Human Resource ManagementUdemy · around $19.99Take on a business partner remit
Supporting a department's leaders directly — the step before managing.
Learn the commercial side
Headcount planning, compensation structures and the cost of turnover.
Course that covers thisUltimate Microsoft Excel Bundle from Beginner to AdvancedUdemy · around $19.99Move up with a senior credential
SHRM-SCP or SPHR signal readiness for the manager and director rungs.
SHRM-SCP or SPHR
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Destination
HR Manager
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