In the era of data-driven decision-making, the HR Analytics with IT Integration Training Course is designed to empower HR professionals with the technical acumen and analytical skills needed to bridge the gap between human capital strategy and cutting-edge technology. As organizations increasingly rely on real-time insights to optimize workforce performance, the integration of HR analytics with IT systems becomes essential for driving efficiency, forecasting trends, and enhancing talent management strategies. This course explores the convergence of HR data and information technology, helping professionals design and deploy robust analytics systems that align HR goals with business intelligence.

Participants will learn how to harness the power of integrated HR information systems (HRIS), cloud platforms, data warehouses, and analytics tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs), measure employee engagement, predict turnover, and improve recruitment outcomes. The course offers a practical approach to applying statistical models, dashboards, and data storytelling techniques to inform executive decisions and shape future workforce planning. Whether you're an HR practitioner, IT manager, or HRIS analyst, this program will provide actionable skills to leverage technology for impactful HR analytics.

Duration: 5 Days

Target Audience
• HR Analytics Specialists
• HR Business Partners
• IT Managers supporting HR systems
• HRIS Analysts
• Talent Acquisition Leads
• Workforce Planning Professionals
• Learning and Development Managers
• Compensation and Benefits Analysts
• Organizational Development Officers

Course Objectives
• Understand the fundamentals of HR analytics and IT integration
• Identify key metrics and KPIs relevant to HR functions
• Build collaborative models between HR and IT departments
• Implement cloud-based HRIS and analytics platforms
• Use predictive analytics to inform HR strategy
• Visualize HR data using dashboards and BI tools
• Integrate HR analytics into strategic decision-making
• Apply data governance and privacy best practices in HR
• Develop skills in data storytelling for HR presentations
• Evaluate the impact of HR interventions through analytics
• Design scalable HR data architectures for growing organizations

Module 1: Introduction to HR Analytics and IT Convergence
• Definition and scope of HR analytics
• Key trends shaping HR and IT integration
• Benefits of data-driven HR functions
• Challenges in aligning HR and IT teams
• Roadmap to building an integrated HR analytics strategy

Module 2: Setting Up HR Data Infrastructure
• Designing scalable HR data pipelines
• HRIS and ERP systems overview
• Data warehousing and cloud solutions for HR
• Ensuring data consistency and accessibility
• Interfacing HR platforms with IT systems

Module 3: Key HR Metrics and Workforce KPIs
• Identifying HR metrics that matter
• Aligning KPIs with organizational goals
• Turnover, retention, engagement, and productivity metrics
• Benchmarking internal and external data
• Creating a data dictionary for HR stakeholders

Module 4: Tools and Technologies for HR Analytics
• Overview of analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio)
• Introduction to SQL and Python for HR data
• HR dashboards and automation tools
• API integration with recruitment, L&D, and performance systems
• Leveraging cloud-based analytics solutions

Module 5: Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics in HR
• Forecasting attrition and hiring needs
• Scenario modeling for workforce planning
• Using machine learning for performance prediction
• Applications of AI in recruitment and engagement
• Ethics and transparency in predictive analytics

Module 6: Data Visualization and Storytelling for HR
• Principles of effective HR data visualization
• Building interactive dashboards for leadership reporting
• Telling stories with HR data to influence decisions
• Customizing reports for different stakeholders
• Best practices in visual HR communications

Module 7: HR Data Governance and Compliance
• Ensuring HR data privacy and security
• Compliance with labor and data protection regulations
• Role-based access and data classification
• Managing sensitive and personal employee data
• Audit readiness for HR systems

Module 8: Integrating Analytics into HR Strategy
• Aligning analytics with workforce strategy
• Using analytics to evaluate HR initiatives
• Embedding analytics in recruitment, performance, and L&D
• Supporting agile HR practices through real-time data
• Enhancing employee experience with smart insights

Module 9: Future of HR Analytics and Digital HR
• Emerging technologies shaping HR analytics
• Integration of chatbots and virtual assistants
• HR analytics in remote and hybrid work models
• Talent intelligence platforms and employee listening tools
• Building a culture of data literacy in HR teams

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.