Analytics for Talent Management Certification Training

This Analytics for Talent Management training is a two‑day, interactive course designed to equip HR practitioners with the terminology, analytical mindset and practical skills needed to leverage data across the talent lifecycle - from acquisition and performance management to engagement, retention and leadership development.

Participants learn how to interpret data, use basic statistical techniques and connect talent insights to business outcomes to improve workforce decisions.

Module 1: Introduction to Talent Analytics

• What is talent analytics and why it matters to modern HR.
• Data sources across the talent lifecycle: ATS, HRIS, LMS, performance systems.
• Fundamental HR metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).



Module 2: Analytical Mindset & Terminology

• Building an analytical approach to problem‑solving in HR.
• Key terminology in HR analytics (data types, variables, trends).
• Linking analytics to business outcomes and strategic goals.



Module 3: Applying Statistical Techniques

• Basic statistical concepts for HR data (averages, distributions, variation).
• Interpreting results and using data for decision support.
• Introductory correlation and trend analysis.



Module 4: Talent Acquisition Analytics

• Data‑driven approaches to recruitment and selection.
• Metrics such as time‑to‑hire, quality‑of‑hire and sourcing efficiency.
• Using analytics to improve candidate engagement and conversion.



Module 5: Performance, Engagement & Retention Analytics

• Analyzing performance reviews, productivity measures and engagement scores.
• Identifying flight risk and retention trends.
• Linking engagement and retention to organizational performance.



Module 6: Talent Development & Leadership Analytics

• Using analytics to assess learning, development and leadership pipelines.
• Measuring the impact of training and development initiatives.
• Predicting future leadership needs using data modeling.



Module 7: Analytics Implementation & Case Studies

• Practical case studies demonstrating HR analytics application.
• Strategies for analytics adoption in HR functions.
• Tools and dashboards for talent analytics.

• There are no formal prerequisites to attend this training - it is suitable for HR professionals at different stages of their careers.
• Basic familiarity with HR concepts and people metrics is helpful but not required.

• HR Managers and HR Business Partners focused on people analytics.
• HR and Learning & Development professionals who use analytics for decision‑making.
• Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners who want to build analytics insights into HR practices.
• Senior HR leaders and talent leaders responsible for workforce planning and performance.
• Individuals leading HR analytics projects or managing teams of analysts.

• 20 multiple-choice questions covering all course modules.
• Passing requirement: at least 15 correct answers.
• Two attempts allowed to achieve a passing score.
• Certificate issued upon successful completion of the exam.

Obtaining the Analytics for Talent Management Certification with training equips HR and people‑analytics professionals with practical, structured skills to turn workforce data into meaningful insights that improve talent decisions. Rather than learning concepts in isolation, this training teaches participants how to collect, clean, analyse and visualise HR and talent data, design meaningful KPIs and use predictive techniques to forecast trends in turnover, performance, engagement and skills gaps. With real‑world examples and guided tools, learners gain the ability to interpret analytics results, build dashboards and make data‑driven recommendations that align talent strategies with organisational goals — strengthening workforce planning, performance management, retention strategies and overall business outcomes.

From a career and financial perspective, earning this certification with practical training can significantly enhance professional credibility, career mobility and earning potential. Analytics skills are in strong demand across industries where organisations seek measurable improvements in talent acquisition, development and retention. Depending on experience and role, certified professionals - such as People Analytics Specialists, Talent Management Analysts, HR Data Analysts or Workforce Planning Leads - can command annual salaries ranging from $75,000 to $110,000, with senior or strategic positions in large organisations often exceeding $120,000. By combining a recognised certification with hands‑on training, participants not only validate their analytics expertise but also position themselves as trusted partners in shaping data‑informed talent strategies and long‑term organisational success.

A senior emerging markets HR and talent management professional with over 25 years of experience, bringing global best practices and real-world case studies gained from working with leading multinational organizations and global brands. A former CHRO and HR/Talent Director, he has extensive experience across sectors including financial services, logistics, government, advertising and media. He is highly skilled in integrating talent management strategies for both local and expatriate workforces, successfully navigating diverse cultures, labour laws and regulatory environments to drive organizational performance and profitability.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the role of data and analytics in effective talent management.
• Develop an analytical mindset to interpret HR data for talent acquisition and retention.
• Learn basic statistical concepts and how they apply to HR analytics.
• Connect talent metrics to business performance and strategic outcomes.
• Apply data techniques to key HR domains: performance, engagement, learning and leadership development.
• Use talent analytics tools to guide workforce planning and decision‑making.
• Understand the analytics needs of different parts of the HR function.