HR Foundations for Startups
Janvi
Build Your HR Function Before It Becomes
Build a Strong HR Foundation That Helps Your Startup Scale with Confidence
Most startups focus on growth but overlook HR until problems arise. This course helps founders, HR professionals, and business leaders build the essential HR systems needed from day one. You'll learn how to create compliant HR processes, hire the right talent, develop practical policies, improve employee experience, and establish scalable people practices. A strong HR foundation reduces costly mistakes, improves retention, and supports sustainable business growth, making HR a strategic advantage rather than an afterthought.
What you’ll learn
Students will learn the essential foundations of building and managing effective HR systems for startups and growing businesses
Learn how to design HR policies, processes, and compliance frameworks that support business growth.
Apply practical hiring, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement strategies.
Learn directly from Janvi
Janvi
Founder, ProTalent Advisory | HR Advisor | Startup & GCC HR Expert
Who this course is for
Aspiring HR professionals and fresh graduates looking to develop practical HR skills and understand real-world workplace processes.
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Janvi in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
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Course syllabus
Week 1
Hiring & Building Your First Team
Week 2
HR Policies & Compliance Essentials
Schedule
Live sessions
1 hr / week
Projects
1 hr / week
Async content
1 hr / week
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