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People Analytics
People Analytics Specialty Credential

Unlock Career-Defining Insights by Leveraging People Analytics

Don’t rely on intuition alone—use data-supported findings to drive impactful organizational outcomes.

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Content Overview

Talent represents the most significant and continuous investment for successful organizations. Yet, many talent decisions are still based on intuition rather than data. The SHRM People Analytics Specialty Credential is designed for those eager to harness people-related data and analytics to drive strategic business decisions.

This comprehensive program includes:

  • The People Analytics Foundational Data Literacy eLearning course.
  • The People Analytics: Taking Data-Driven Action program.
  • Two eLearning courses:
    • People Analytics: The Metrics Behind People Analytics.
    • People Analytics: Understanding Your People Data.

Upon completing all components and passing a final knowledge assessment, you will earn 22 PDCs along with your certificate of achievement and digital badge. Be sure to add your SHRM Specialty Credential achievement to your resume, signature block, and social media profiles to validate your credibility and demonstrate your dedication to the industry.

SHRM People Analytics Specialty Credential: What Do I Gain?

SHRM Specialty Credentials allow HR professionals to deepen their expertise, stand out in the industry, and advance their careers with specialized knowledge. Earn the People Analytics Specialty Credential to:

  • Lead with Confidence in a Data-Driven World
    Lead with Confidence in a Data-Driven World

    Stand out by demonstrating your ability to turn complex data into actionable insights that drive HR strategy and business success.

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    Accelerate Your Career Growth

    Gain a competitive edge in the job market with a credential that highlights your expertise in one of HR's most in-demand skills.

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    Drive Meaningful Organizational Change

    Lead transformative change by using analytics to shape workplace culture, improve performance, and foster innovation.

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The Critical Role of People Analytics in HR

  • Enhanced Workforce Planning
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    Anticipate future workforce needs, identify skills gaps, and align talent strategies by leveraging people-related data.

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    Improved Employee Experience

    Uncover key insights into engagement, satisfaction, and productivity to implement targeted interventions that boost the overall employee experience.

  • Informed Decision-Making
    Informed Decision-Making

    Harness analytics to identify trends, predict outcomes, and optimize HR processes such as talent acquisition and retention.

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    Strengthened Inclusion and Diversity

    Use data-driven approaches to identify disparities and track progress in inclusion and diversity efforts, ensuring alignment with your organization’s goals.

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