Effective HR Metrics and Analytics Training

This DIXONTECH programme empowers HR professionals to transform data into actionable insight by mastering the principles of HR metrics, analytics, and evidence-based decision-making. Participants will learn how to define, collect, and interpret workforce data to support organizational strategy and improve talent outcomes. The course introduces modern analytical tools and dashboards, guiding delegates through practical applications of metrics in areas such as recruitment, performance, retention, and engagement. By the end of the training, participants will be able to connect HR analytics directly to business performance and strategic value creation.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Introduction to HR Metrics and Workforce Analytics
• Designing and Selecting Effective HR KPIs
• Data Collection, Quality, and Interpretation
• Using Dashboards and HR Analytics Tools
• Translating Insights into Strategic Decisions

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Leverage data-driven insights to drive HR and organizational performance.
• Identify and define key HR metrics and KPIs
• Build HR dashboards for monitoring workforce performance
• Apply data analytics techniques in HR decision-making
• Interpret trends to support strategic planning
• Communicate HR insights effectively to senior management
• Evaluate the ROI of HR initiatives
• Foster a data-informed HR culture

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

• Professionals who want to enhance their analytical and strategic HR decision-making capabilities.
• HR Directors and Managers
• HR Business Partners and Analysts
• Talent Management and OD Professionals
• Workforce Planning Specialists
• Compensation and Benefits Managers
• HR Consultants and Advisors
• Learning and Development Leaders

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The DIXONTECH methodology integrates data-driven exercises, dashboard simulations, and real-world case studies. Participants engage with Excel and visualization tools to practice analyzing workforce trends, designing KPI frameworks, and presenting findings. This hands-on and results-oriented approach ensures that participants gain both analytical precision and strategic insight in HR performance measurement.

DAY 1

Understanding HR Metrics and Workforce Analytics

• Defining HR metrics and their strategic importance
• The evolution of HR analytics in modern organizations
• Linking people data to business performance
• Identifying data sources and key stakeholders
• Understanding descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics
• Building a foundation for evidence-based HR

DAY 2

Designing and Selecting Key HR KPIs

• Setting performance indicators aligned with businessstrategy
• Choosing relevant metrics across HR functions
• Measuring recruitment, turnover, and engagement metrics
• Applying SMART principles to HR data selection
• Balancing efficiency, effectiveness, and impact metrics
• Avoiding common pitfalls in KPI development

DAY 3 

Data Collection, Quality, and Analytical Techniques

• Gathering and organizing HR data accurately
• Ensuring data integrity, reliability, and consistency
• Using Excel and HRIS for data analysis
• Applying basic statistical and trend analysis techniques
• Identifying correlations and cause-effect relationships
• Integrating multiple data sources for richer insights

DAY 4

Dashboards and Data Visualization for HR Insights

• Building HR dashboards with key visualization tools
• Understanding key dashboard design principles
• Interpreting visual data for decision-making
• Presenting insights through charts and infographics
• Automating reporting and analytics processes
• Storytelling with data for HR leaders

DAY 5

Strategic Decision-Making and HR ROI

• Converting analytics into strategic business actions
• Communicating HR findings to executives and boards
• Measuring ROI on HR and talent initiatives
• Developing predictive workforce planning models
• Embedding analytics in organizational strategy
• Fostering a culture of continuous HR improvement