7-Day People Analytics Training Course

• Flexibility: Join the full course or individual sessions, based on your schedule and learning goals.
• Hands-on experience: Work with real-life case studies and hands-on exercises. While theoretical frameworks are covered, the focus lies on applying methods and techniques in practice.
• Experts from the field: Learn from experienced professionals who share practical examples and insights from the field.
• Practical application: After each session, you can submit assignments. You’ll receive written feedback and attend a follow-up (online) session to discuss key insights and questions.
• Hybrid: Unable to attend in person? Join digitally. We ensure full, interactive participation—wherever you are.

This program consists of seven full-day sessions, offering an in-depth exploration of People 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 available in Dutch, English and German.

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

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

• Gain not only a theoretical introduction to People 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 People 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: People Analytics Framework, Scan, and People 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 People Analytics Framework, which serves as a compass for your journey in data-driven HR.
• Learn how to use the People Analytics Scan as a powerful tool to assess the current state of People 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 People 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

• Improve the quality of HR reports and analyses.
• Develop your ability to identify patterns and trends.
• Explore the potential of advanced analytical techniques for HR data.

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

After completing this course, consider continuing with:

• Excel for People Analytics (3-day)

• Basic Statistics for People Analytics (3-day)

• Strategic Workforce Planning (2-day masterclass)

• Data-Driven DEI (1-day masterclass)

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Guide an organization towards data-driven HRM.
• 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 People Analysis from start to finish.
• Preparing (automated) and analyzing data.
• Interpreting the results, preparing an People 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.