The Netflix of HR learning · since 2012

The largest HR academy Mike Pritula Academy 185+ courses in HR, recruiting and AI.

Mike Pritula Academy is the largest online HR academy, founded by Mike Pritula. Learn people management, recruiting, AI in HR and analytics, and prepare for SHRM, HRCI and CIPD certification.

Annual subscription 175+ courses in the subscription — $1,000 / year 115+ courses are already in English, and the number keeps growing — we translate new ones all the time. 10 certification programs (SHRM, PHRi, SPHRi) are not included.
Mike Pritula — founder of Pritula Academy
Mike Pritula founder · 21 years in HR
170,000+
students since 2012
185
countries
30+
languages
4.4 ★
average rating
SHRM HRCI CIPD ATD Accredible

Subscription

All academy courses — one price a year.

No need to pick a single course. The subscription opens 175+ courses in HR, recruiting and AI for 12 months. New courses are added at no extra cost.

For one person

$1,000per year

One person. 12 months of access.

  • 175+ courses, 115+ of them in English — and we keep translating
  • New courses every week — at no extra cost
  • An Accredible diploma for every completed course
  • Learn at your own pace, whenever it suits you
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For a team

$2,500per year

Up to 10 people. 12 months of access.

  • 175+ courses for every team member
  • Accredible diplomas for everyone
  • One learning standard for the whole department
  • 4 times cheaper than 10 subscriptions at $1,000
Get it for a team

One course costs about $500. Two courses already equal a year of subscription.

115+ courses are available in English now. We keep translating courses into English, so the number keeps growing. 10 certification programs (SHRM, PHRi, SPHRi) are not included in the subscription. Need more than 10 people? Write to us.

Mike Pritula — founder of Pritula Academy
Mike Pritula
Founder of the academy

21 years in HR — now in your hands.

Every course in the academy is built on the practice of a person who built HR functions in international companies himself and has been teaching HR since 2010.

  • 21 years in HR: Wargaming, Preply, iDeals, StarLightMedia, Alfa-Bank, PeopleForce
  • Delivered more than 50 HR projects and built 4 HR teams in different businesses
  • Certifications PHRi, SHRM-CP, HCI sHRBP; author of international HR competency models
  • Launched HRCI certification prep courses in 10+ countries
  • Author of 40+ HR books on Amazon — 200 by the end of the year
  • Author of the largest HR channels on YouTube; more than 100 articles and presentations
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A diploma that shows on LinkedIn.

After every course you receive a named diploma on Accredible — the same platform that issues certificates for Google, Udacity and Rosetta Stone. You can add it to your LinkedIn profile in one click.

  • ✓ A unique code on every diploma — impossible to forge
  • ✓ The QR code leads to an online version an employer can verify
  • ✓ Adds to your LinkedIn profile in one click
  • ✓ Available in English
Training built on competency models
HRCI CIPD SHRM HCI ATD World@Work
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Pritula Academy diploma on the Accredible platform
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Frequently asked questions.

Which HR courses are best for starting a career?

To start a career in HR, the best fit is foundational courses in recruiting, HR administration and the basics of people management. Pritula Academy has programs that give you a solid base and help you move quickly into the practical work of an HR specialist or recruiter.

Which online HR courses are most in demand in 2026?

In 2026 the highest demand is for courses in recruiting, HR analytics, AI in HR and HR process automation. Mike Pritula's courses are updated regularly to match market requirements and new technology.

How do I choose an HR manager course that matches my experience?

It depends on your level. Beginners do well with foundational programs in HR and recruiting, while experienced specialists benefit from courses in strategic HR, managing the HR function and AI tools. Pritula Academy has learning tracks for different levels.

Can I take HR courses remotely from any country?

Yes. All Pritula Academy courses are available online, so you can study from any country, in a format and at a pace that fits around your job.

What skills does a modern recruiter gain from the course?

After Mike Pritula's courses, recruiters master the full hiring cycle, modern sourcing methods, interviewing, competency assessment and the use of AI tools in recruiting.

Which courses help you grow into an HR Director?

To grow into an HR Director you need programs in HR strategy, team management, analytics and financial thinking in HR. Pritula Academy has advanced courses aimed at reaching the HRD level.

Why should an HR specialist earn a SHRM or PHRi certificate?

International SHRM and PHRi certificates make an HR specialist more competitive on the global market. Preparation at Pritula Academy helps you study for these exams systematically and raises your chances of passing.

Which AI training programs are available for HR specialists?

Pritula Academy offers courses on applying AI in HR: recruiting automation, using ChatGPT for HR tasks, AI resume analysis and HR process optimization.

Do modern HR professionals and recruiters need AI skills?

Yes. AI skills are already becoming a required part of the modern HR profession. In Mike Pritula Academy programs these skills are built into the training, so specialists can work effectively with modern tools.

Not sure where to start? Write to us.

We will help you choose a course for your goal and answer questions about the subscription — in any messenger you prefer, during business hours.

The full catalog of academy programs — 185+ courses.

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