XLRI Executive Development Program in HR Analytics
Build practical expertise in HR Analytics, from data interpretation to predictive and prescriptive decision-making.
The Executive Development Program in HR Analytics by XLRI is designed for working professionals who want to understand how analytics can be used to solve real-world people and HR challenges.
The programme covers the complete HR Analytics journey — from descriptive analytics and HR metrics to predictive models, prescriptive decision-making and applied HR analytics projects.
A key feature of the programme is its focus on analytics rather than advanced statistics, making it suitable even for participants who do not have a strong background in mathematics or statistics.
01 | What Will You Learn?
Descriptive HR Analytics
Learn how to work with HR data and develop meaningful metrics to understand what is happening within an organisation.
- HR measurement and metrics
- Data capturing and cleaning
- Types of HR metrics
- Developing proprietary HR metrics
- Identifying common challenges in HR measurement
Predictive HR Analytics
Move beyond understanding the past and use data to anticipate future people-related outcomes.
- Predictive analytics tools
- Predictive models for quantitative data
- Working with qualitative data
- Interpreting predictive analytics results
- Predicting employee and talent outcomes
Prescriptive HR Analytics
Learn how to translate analytics into actionable HR decisions.
- Responding to HR challenges through analytics
- Developing contextualised recommendations
- Stakeholder influence through analytics
- Optimising people-related decisions
- Organisational Network Analysis (ONA)
02 | Practical Applications
The programme focuses on applying HR Analytics to actual organisational situations.
Participants work on use cases such as:
- Identifying employees at high risk of attrition
- Predicting candidate performance
- Analysing probability of candidate joining
- Optimising recruitment and staffing
- Prioritising talent management initiatives
- Performance management and forced distribution analysis
- Compensation optimisation
- Culture-fit assessment
- Organisational interventions
- Organisational design and development
The objective is to help participants move from “understanding HR data” to “using data to make better people decisions.”
03 | Programme Structure
The learning journey covers six broad areas:
01. Introduction to HR Analytics
Understand evidence-based decision-making, the HR Analytics continuum and how to design an HR Analytics project.
02. Descriptive Analytics
Learn to capture, clean, organise and interpret HR data and develop relevant metrics.
03. Predictive Analytics
Understand how quantitative and qualitative data can be used to predict future HR outcomes.
04. Prescriptive Analytics
Learn how to convert predictions into practical interventions and optimise HR decisions.
05. Project & Applied HR Analytics
Apply the concepts to real-world HR problems and organisational scenarios.
06. On-Campus Immersion
The programme includes two campus visits to XLRI, with a total of six days of on-campus learning across two visits.
The visits are planned around the inauguration and closing of the programme and include immersive sessions, faculty interaction, networking and project-related activities.
04 | Learning Methodology
The programme follows a blended/hybrid learning format, combining online learning with on-campus immersion and guided project support.
Participants learn through:
- Live lectures by XLRI faculty
- Case studies
- Analytical exercises
- Experiential assignments
- Group presentations
- Peer learning
- Handholding sessions
- Live project presentations
- Faculty and peer feedback
Concepts are explained using real-world organisational examples, with a strong emphasis on practical application.
05 | Tools Used
The programme is designed to focus on analytics rather than advanced statistics.
Tools demonstrated include:
MS Excel
Used initially for understanding and working with HR Analytics concepts.
SPSS
Used for demonstrations and critical analysis during the programme.
Participants may also use other statistical tools of their choice, including Excel with appropriate add-ons.
Participants are expected to spend approximately 3 additional hours per week outside live classes for assignments, reviewing materials and applying concepts.
06 | Who Is This Programme For?
The programme is particularly relevant for:
HR Business Partners, Generalists & Consultants
Professionals who analyse people-related data and use insights to improve HR and organisational performance.
Talent Management, L&D & OD Professionals
Professionals working in talent acquisition, development, engagement and retention who want to adopt analytics-driven approaches.
HR Executives & HR Professionals
Professionals looking to strengthen HR decision-making through analytics and data.
Non-HR Professionals
Professionals with strong analytical aptitude who want to transition into HR and develop expertise in evidence-based people management.
07 | Eligibility
Indian Participants
- Graduates (10+2+3) or eligible diploma holders from a recognised institution
- Graduation can be in any discipline
- HR professionals: minimum 2 years of HR work experience
- Non-HR professionals: minimum 5 years of overall work experience
International Participants
- Graduation or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution in their respective country.
08 | Programme Format
The programme combines three modes of learning:
Online Learning
Weekend live classes conducted online, allowing working professionals to balance the programme with their professional commitments.
On-Campus Immersion
Two visits to XLRI for immersive learning, faculty interactions, networking and project-related activities.
Guided Project Support
Handholding sessions towards the later stage of the programme to help participants implement their projects and apply the learning.
09 | Assessment & Project
Assessment is integrated throughout the programme through:
- Quizzes
- Experiential assignments
- Case studies
- Projects
- Other objective and subjective evaluations
The final project requires participants to select an HR Analytics theme relevant to their work context, access the required data and apply the HR Analytics process covered during the programme.
The final project is presented during the second campus visit to XLRI, followed by faculty and peer feedback.
Successful completion is based on:
- Meeting the required attendance criteria
- Completing mandatory experiential assignments
- Completing and submitting the project
- Meeting the programme’s evaluation requirements
10 | Certification
Participants who successfully meet the programme requirements receive a Certificate of Completion from XLRI.
Participants who meet the applicable participation/attendance requirements but do not fulfil the completion criteria may receive a Certificate of Participation, subject to the programme’s applicable rules.
11 | Programme Fee
For Indian Participants
| Payment | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | â‚ą2,500 + applicable tax |
| Installment I | â‚ą70,000 + applicable tax |
| Installment II | â‚ą70,000 + applicable tax |
| Installment III | â‚ą60,000 + applicable tax |
| Total Programme Fee | â‚ą2,00,000 + applicable tax |
Installment II: On or before 3 October 2026
Installment III: On or before 5 January 2027
Taxes are applicable additionally as per prevailing regulations.
12 | Why Consider This Programme?
This programme can be particularly useful for professionals who want to bridge the gap between traditional HR practices and data-driven people management.
Instead of learning HR Analytics purely as a theoretical subject, participants get exposure to:
HR Data → Metrics → Prediction → Decision → Business Application
The programme can therefore be relevant for professionals looking to strengthen their capabilities in areas such as:
- People Analytics
- Talent Management
- Workforce Planning
- Recruitment Analytics
- Employee Retention
- Performance Management
- Compensation Analytics
- Organisational Development
In One Line
XLRI’s Executive Development Program in HR Analytics is a practical, blended learning programme designed to help HR and experienced professionals use data and analytics to make better people-management decisions.
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