7-Day HR Analytics Training Course

• Flexibility: Choose whether to attend all days or just a few days of the course, tailored to your schedule and needs.
• Hands-on experience: Learn by doing with hands-on exercises and real-world case studies. Although theory is amply covered, the main goal is to enable you to use methods and techniques in practice.
• Experts from the field: Our experienced trainers bring real-world expertise and real-world examples to the classroom. That way, you can be sure that all the knowledge you gain during the training is actually put to practical use.
• Networking opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and build valuable networks.
• Attention and active participation: we work with small groups (6-12 participants). This allows our trainers to give more individual attention to you personally. This makes it easier to answer your specific questions.
• Practical application: After each meeting you have the opportunity to make and hand in a (homework) assignment. The trainer gives you (written) feedback on your assignment and during a (digital) return session the most important insights are discussed together and there is room for additional questions.
• Hybrid: If personal circumstances prevent you from being on location one day, we offer you the opportunity to attend the meeting digitally. Of course, we will make sure that you, just like other participants, interactively in the training just like other participants.

This program consists of seven full-day sessions, offering an in-depth exploration of HR Analytics. Each session is designed to enhance your knowledge and skills, positioning you as a valuable player in the data-driven HR landscape. The course is conducted in Dutch.

Day 1: Introduction to HR Analytics – Discover the World of HR Data

Be inspired by the power of HR Analytics in this engaging session that explores the 'why' of data and its impact.

• Gain not only a theoretical introduction to HR Analytics but also practical real-world examples.
• Experience the most common pitfalls and challenges of a data-driven mindset through an interactive escape game.
• Develop a clear understanding of the HR Analytics domain and concepts such as big data, machine learning, algorithms, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Learn the core principles, structure, processes, and roles that form the foundation of data-driven HR work, serving as a guide throughout the program.
• Get an update on emerging trends and technologies in People Analytics. This session prepares you for the deep-dive sessions ahead.

Day 2: HR Analytics Framework, Scan, and HR Analytics Roadmap/Plan

Are you the one driving the transformation to data-driven HR in your organization? Then this session is for you.

• Gain insights into the HR Analytics Framework, which serves as a compass for your journey in data-driven HR.
• Learn how to use the HR Analytics Scan as a powerful tool to assess the current state of HR Analytics in your organization.
• Identify opportunities and challenges within your organization and translate them into an Analytics roadmap/plan.
• Learn how to set concrete goals, prioritize initiatives, and develop a strategic plan to successfully transition into a data-driven HR organization.

Day 3: Working with HR Metrics, ROI Measurement, and Dashboards

This session dives into using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) effectively.

• Learn to select the right KPIs that align with your specific HR objectives and business context.
• Practice setting clear and measurable goals for HR programs or projects and measuring the Return on Investment (ROI) to assess their effectiveness.
• Understand the principles of dashboard design and visualization to create impactful dashboards that convey information clearly, provide quick insights, and support strategic decision-making.
• Develop the skills to make decisions based on the insights gained from KPIs and dashboards.

Day 4: Starting an Analysis – Business Questions, Briefing, Data Sources, Ethics, and Privacy

This session focuses on the essential aspects of setting up and preparing an HR data analysis to answer business questions.

• Practice identifying, defining, and structuring business questions and translating them into analytics problems.
• Learn how to create an effective briefing for data analysis, dashboards, or algorithm development while ensuring ethical and privacy considerations.
• Determine which analytical methods are suitable for answering research questions based on available data.
• Explore various data sources and learn how to use them responsibly and effectively.
• Develop a "Voice of the Employee" program tailored to your organization's objectives, characteristics, and context.

Day 5: Data Preparation and Processing

Unlock the power of data with this hands-on session on data preparation.

• Discover best practices for working with data and developing a critical eye for data quality.
• Learn how to link different datasets intelligently and create new variables for deeper insights.
• Aggregate data to uncover trends and patterns, gaining a better understanding of the broader picture.
• Convert data into usable formats to ensure flexibility in different analytical contexts.
• Develop strategies to handle low-quality data and address missing values.
• Apply what you’ve learned with hands-on exercises in Excel (using Power Query and Power Pivot).

Day 6: Analyzing and Interpreting Data

Step into the world of data analysis and interpretation with this deep-dive session.

• Learn how to explore data effectively, identifying patterns and outliers that are crucial for further analysis.
• Get introduced to advanced analytics techniques and learn how to make predictions and formulate data-driven recommendations.
• Master the art of data interpretation, including recognizing potential pitfalls.
• Understand how interrelationship diagrams help identify causal relationships between variables—essential for data-driven decision-making.
• Practice interpreting data, drawing clear conclusions, and translating insights into actionable recommendations.

Day 7: Data Storytelling

The program concludes with a session on data storytelling.

• Learn how to craft compelling narratives using the Pyramid Principle.
• Discover strategies for communicating complex data in an understandable way.
• Simplify complex analyses without losing depth, ensuring your HR insights have a real impact.
• Learn effective visualization techniques to present HR Analytics findings persuasively.
• Develop the skills to create stories that engage stakeholders and drive action.

This session not only provides practical data storytelling skills but also emphasizes the importance of communication in conveying complex HR insights effectively and convincingly.

This training aims to develop a deep understanding of People Analytics and teach participants how to apply it effectively in their roles as HR professionals, Analytics Translators, or HR analysts. Ideally, you have a higher professional education (HBO) or academic level of thinking and working. No prior knowledge of statistics is required.

HR Professionals (HR Business Partners, Managers, Advisors)

Whether you shape HR strategies, manage teams, or advise management daily, this training equips you with the tools to elevate your role.

• Strengthen your ability to make well-founded strategic HR decisions and provide data-driven advice.
• Optimize talent management and enhance organizational performance using data.
• Increase your influence as a data-driven HR professional.

Analytics Translators, HR Data Consultants

If you aim to bridge the gap between data and HR, this program teaches you how to translate complex analyses into actionable insights for your organization.

• Help your organization transition from traditional HR to data-driven HR.
• Refine your skills in translating complex analytics into clear and actionable insights.
• Become an effective link between data analysis and HR decision-making.
• Improve the communication of HR data to various stakeholders.

HR Analysts, HR Controllers, and Reporting Specialists

If you are responsible for analyzing HR data and creating impactful reports, this training provides advanced skills to maximize your impact.

After participating in this training, additional master classes can be taken, such as the 3-day training course “Excel for HR Analytics,” the 3-day training course “Basic Statistics for HR Analytics,” the 2-day master class “Strategic Workforce Planning,” and the 1-day master class “Data-Driven Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)".

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Help an organization to become data-driven.
• Determine the current maturity of the organization and create a roadmap for the transformation to a data-driven HRM organization.
• Determine key performance indicators for your organization and know how best to visualize them.
• Identify opportunities for adding value with data analytics and artificial intelligence and identify relevant business questions within your organization.
• Convert a business question into an analytics issue.
• Performing an HR Analysis from start to finish.
• Preparing (automated) and analyzing data.
• Interpreting the results, preparing an HR Analytics report and translating the results to daily HR practice.
• Visualizing data, i.e. choosing the right graph and shaping it in the right way.