Course description

In the era of big data, organizations are collecting an enormous amount of information, and we are only beginning to grasp the ways in which this information might be used. This course explores the emerging field of people analytics and introduces you to the theories, techniques and tools involved in using people analytics to inform strategic decision making in Human Resources and entire organizations. We will explore strategies and tools for collecting quality data and will utilize Microsoft Excel and other tools to effectively evaluate and analyze organizational data to aid in strategic and timely decision making. You will also learn how to effectively present visual data and use insights to craft the accompanying narrative. In addition, we will discuss the ethical aspects of workforce data analytics and strategies to ensure organizations are utilizing credible, unbiased data.

Course details

Hours: 56
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

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Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Fall 2024 registration opens July 22, 2024. Winter 2025 registration opens November 4, 2024.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery