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Advanced Strategic HR and Analytics Course Duration

Duration: 7 months

Strategic HRM and Analytics Course Application

First Round of application closing on Apr 30, 2025

On-Campus Module for Strategic HRM Analytics Course

3 days on-campus module

Advanced Strategic HR Analytics Certificate

Certificate of Completion from XLRI

Advanced Strategic HR Analytics Course Fee

Fee INR 1,99,200 + GST Payable in easy instalments. A loan option is also available.

Live online sessions of Strategic HRM Analytics Course

Live online sessions every Saturday (3 PM to 6 PM)

Programme Overview

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In recent years, HR has made significant strides in adopting a measurement mindset, yet gauging the impact of HR interventions has remained a challenge. With the advancement of analytics, HR is increasingly capable of demonstrating the tangible impact of initiatives on business performance. This is why seasoned HR professionals recognize the pivotal role of HR analytics and strategy in maximising talent potential and driving growth. However, translating data into actionable insights and aligning HR strategy with organisational goals present complex challenges.



XLRI's Executive Development Programme in Advanced Strategic HR and Analytics for HR Leaders addresses these challenges head-on. This seven-month live online programme is designed for experienced and ambitious HR professionals who aspire to become influential leaders and drive real results in their organizations with a strategic and data-driven mindset.

Advanced Strategic HR & Analytics Program Overview

Learning Outcomes

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  • Learn how to leverage HR data to uncover actionable insights that inform strategic HR decisions and drive quantifiable improvements for your organization.
  • Develop the critical thinking necessary to align HR initiatives with the organization's overall goals, positioning yourself as a strategic partner at the leadership table.
  • Hone your stakeholder management, communication and change management skills to lead and gain buy-in for HR initiatives effectively.
  • Learn to utilize cutting-edge analytics tools to optimize talent management strategies, boost employee engagement and enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Discover and implement innovative HR approaches to keep pace with emerging industry trends and maintain a competitive advantage.
  • Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to navigate future challenges in the rapidly evolving HR landscape.

Curriculum Structure

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Part A: Advanced Strategic Human Resources Management

  • Reviewing the trend in managing employees using data across sectors
  • Identifying sector-specific HR metrics for strategic decision
  • Industry expert’s views on sector-specific strategic HR issues and challenges
  • Illustration of strategic HR issues in various sectors such as FMCG, BFSI, E-commerce, manufacturing, and application-based businesses
  • Framework to catalyse the data-driven strategic transformation.
  • Understanding the importance of alignment of business goals with group/team/individual goals.
  • HR as a lever of the strategic turnaround of the firm

Part B: Advanced HR Analytics

  • Concept of direct & indirect cost
  • Analysing and understanding HR overheads
  • A brief introduction to the financial statement/income statement
  • Financial & HR implications of the business model
  • Analysis of business parameters-ratio analysis
  • Identifying HR investment heads Calculation of ROI on HR investments
  • Value chain analysis of HR decisions
  • In-class exercise
  • Calculation of ROI on employee benefits
  • Calculation of ROI on recruitment, training, engagement, and various well-being initiatives
  • In-class exercise
  • Understanding the financial implications of HR decisions
  • Cost analysis and budget allocation for HR initiatives
  • HR budget projections
  • Introduction to Analytics
  • In-depth understanding of Power-BI, R, SAS, and related applications
  • Advanced familiarity with data analytics in Excel.
  • Introduction to artificial intelligence in data analytics
  • In-class exercise to develop familiarity with analytical tools & techniques
  • Introduction to visualization techniques
  • Data cleaning and interpretation
  • Using AI for data visualization
  • Graphs & Charts
  • Introduction to Predictive Modelling Techniques
  • Forecasting talent needs and attrition rates.
  • Building predictive models for workforce planning and recruitment
  • Probit, logic, and logistic modelling for complex HR decisions
  • Advanced predictive modelling for employee engagement and performance
  • Advanced HR forecasting techniques for optimal resource allocation
  • Manpower optimization strategies for improving organizational efficiency.
  • Succession planning-Movement analytics
  • Trend analysis
  • Analysing compensation structures and their impact on employee retention and performance
  • Calculations of pay range, pay spread and pay overlaps.
  • Compensation ration analysis
  • Pay line development & interpretation.
  • Designing pay for performance-contribution margin approach
  • Incentive designs
  • Designing and implementing HR dashboards for effective decision-making
  • Data visualization techniques for communicating HR insights.
  • Reporting the results

Why should you pursue this Programme?

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HR Analytics & Strategy Course

Gain a dual advantage by integrating analytics and strategy into your HR skill set.

Strategy, Analytics and HRM Course

Learn from renowned XLRI faculty and HR practitioners with deep expertise in Strategy, Analytics and HRM.

HR Leaders Network

Network with like-minded HR leaders, share best practices and build valuable relationships that can benefit you throughout your career.

CHRO and HR Leaders Program

Prepare yourself for CHRO or other top HR positions by gaining a comprehensive understanding of Strategic HR and Analytics.

Enhance your Strategic HR Analytics skills

Enhance your HR skills through interactive lectures, workshops, simulations and personalised project-based learning with expert faculty guidance.

Enhance your Strategic HR Analytics skills

Benefit from XLRI's renowned reputation in HR education and unmatched expertise, helping you excel in your career.

Meet your Programme Directors

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Prof. Jatinder Kumar Jha

Prof. Jatinder Kumar Jha is a distinguished academician and HR expert with over a decade of experience. He holds a doctorate from IIM Ahmedabad and is an Associate Professor of HRM at XLRI Jamshedpur. Prof. Jha has published over two dozen research papers on sustainable careers, AI in HRM, strategic HR and digital transformation of HR. He developed HR competency frameworks for various PSUs and contributed to the Seventh Central Pay Commission study in 2015. His impactful case studies and guidance of doctoral students highlight his dedication to shaping future HR professionals.

Advanced Strategic HR & Analytics Program Directors Jatinder Kumar Jha

Frequently Asked Questions

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XLRI boasts a renowned reputation for HR education and is consistently recognized as a leader in the field. With their extensive experience and cutting-edge curriculum, you'll learn from the industry's best. XLRI has a successful history of developing future-ready HR leaders, with graduates consistently excelling in their careers, showcasing the effectiveness of their HR programs in equipping individuals with the latest skills and strategies. Ranked 9th by NIRF Ranking 2023 and consistently recognized as a top private B-school, XLRI offers unmatched expertise. As an XLRI student, you'll gain access to a vibrant network of peers and alumni, connecting with like-minded HR leaders from diverse industries to share knowledge and best practices.

This programme is worth attending if you aspire to be a top-tier HR executive shaping organizational strategy and driving measurable results. Ideal candidates include HR professionals aiming for CHRO positions and senior HR managers with at least seven years of experience, such as HR directors, HR heads, L&D heads, senior HRBPs and other HR professionals. Participants should possess a strong foundation in HR principles and a keen interest in advancing their analytical and HR leadership capabilities to drive organizational success.

Graduates or Diploma holders with at least 7 years of experience in HR management or related domains are eligible to apply. For Indian participants, a graduation (10+2+3) or diploma from a recognized university is required, while international participants should have a graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University. Additionally, HR professionals with 7 or more years of work experience after graduation are eligible to apply. Applicants should have a strong foundation in HR principles and a keen interest in advancing their analytical and HR leadership capabilities to drive organizational success.

The Programme empowers you to excel as a strategic HR leader who can drive organisational success through data-driven insights and consultancy expertise. Through hands-on learning, you'll engage in interactive live lectures, workshops and simulations, using real-world HR Analytics tools and techniques to tackle case studies and practical scenarios. The project-based learning component allows you to develop and implement your own HR analytics project, ensuring the solutions you create are practical and relevant to your organisation. Additionally, expert faculty with deep expertise in both HR strategy and analytics will provide practical guidance and insights, helping you apply these skills effectively in your HR practice.

The Programme is designed to be flexible and accessible, primarily delivered through live online sessions on the VCNow platform, ensuring seamless participation through your devices. Additionally, participants can engage in a 3-day on-campus immersion at the XLRI Jamshedpur campus. Sessions are held every Saturday from 3 PM to 6 PM (2 classes), allowing you to participate conveniently without disrupting your work schedule. Each class is 1.5 hours long, and the programme requires a commitment of approximately 87 hours of learning over 7 months. This includes the live sessions, short campus modules and assignments.

Total fee (inclusive of Campus fee & Registration fee): INR 1,99,200 + GST

Instalment schedule

Fees Amount
Registration Fee INR 40,000 + GST (At the time of registration)
Instalment I INR 60,000 + GST (On or Before 5th Oct 2025)
Instalment II INR 60,000 + GST (On or Before 5th Dec 2025)
Instalment III INR 39,200 + GST (On or Before 5th Feb 2026)
Total Fee INR 1,99,200 + GST

Academic and technical orientation: Aug 2025 (Tentatively)

Programme commencing: Aug 2025 (Tentatively)

Note: All dates are subject to change as per the sole discretion of the institute.


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