XLRI - Xavier School of Management

Executive Development Program in Advanced Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders

XLRI - Xavier School of Management

Human Resource Management

About Programme

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders is a comprehensive executive programme designed to empower HR professionals with advanced strategic capabilities and data-driven insights required to succeed in today’s dynamic business environment.

Through a powerful blend of cutting-edge HR analytics, consulting frameworks, and practical business applications, the programme equips HR leaders to drive organizational performance, strengthen employee engagement, and maximize talent potential.

Designed for forward-looking HR professionals, this programme enables participants to transition from operational HR roles to strategic business leadership by leveraging analytics as a core decision-making tool.

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders is a comprehensive executive programme designed to empower HR professionals with advanced strategic capabilities and data-driven insights required to succeed in today’s dynamic business environment.

Through a powerful blend of cutting-edge HR analytics, consulting frameworks, and practical business applications, the programme equips HR leaders to drive organizational performance, strengthen employee engagement, and maximize talent potential.

Designed for forward-looking HR professionals, this programme enables participants to transition from operational HR roles to strategic business leadership by leveraging analytics as a core decision-making tool.

Programme Content

Programme Curriculum

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders

The curriculum is structured across three parts—Strategic HR, HR Analytics, and HR Leadership—to build end-to-end capability for data-driven HR decision-making.

Part A: Advanced Strategic Human Resources Management
Module 1: Strategic Context for Data Driven HR Decision
Decoding the strategic intent of the firm
Understanding business model to develop data-driven HR metrics
Analyzing scope of data-driven HR decisions
Value chain analysis
Emerging challenges in designing HR strategy, structure and HRM system
Module 2: Strategic HRM: Sectoral Analysis
Reviewing trends in managing employees using data across sectors
Identifying sector-specific HR metrics for strategic decisions
Industry experts’ views on sector-specific strategic HR issues and challenges
Illustration of strategic HR issues across FMCG, BFSI, e-commerce, manufacturing, and application-based businesses
Module 3: Strategic Transformation Through HR
Framework to catalyze data-driven strategic transformation
Alignment of business goals with group/team/individual goals
HR as a lever for strategic turnaround of the firm
Part B: Advanced HR Analytics
Module 4: Financial Aspects of HR Decisions
Concept of direct & indirect cost
Analyzing and understanding HR overheads
Introduction to financial statement / income statement
Financial & HR implications of business model
Analysis of business parameters – ratio analysis
Module 5: Application of Costing – ROI on Human Capital
Identifying HR investment heads
Calculation of ROI on HR investments
Value chain analysis of HR decisions
In-class exercise
Module 6: ROI on Employee Benefits
Calculation of ROI on employee benefits
ROI on recruitment, training, engagement, and well-being initiatives
In-class exercise
Module 7: HR Budgeting and Costing Concepts
Understanding financial implications of HR decisions
Cost analysis and budget allocation for HR initiatives
HR budget projections
Module 8: HR Analytics – I: Introduction to Tools & Techniques
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
Module 9: HR Analytics – II: Data Visualization
Introduction to visualization techniques
Data cleaning and interpretation
Using AI for data visualization
Graphs & charts
Module 10: HR Analytics – III: HR Modelling
Introduction to predictive modeling techniques
Forecasting talent needs and attrition rates
Building predictive models for workforce planning and recruitment
Module 11: HR Analytics – IV: Advanced Predictive HR Models
Probit, logit, and logistic modeling for complex HR decisions
Advanced predictive modeling for employee engagement and performance
Module 12: HR Forecasting and Manpower Optimization
Advanced HR forecasting techniques for optimal resource allocation
Manpower optimization strategies to improve organizational efficiency
Succession planning – movement analytics
Trend analysis
Module 13: Compensation Analytics
Analyzing compensation structures and impact on retention & performance
Calculations of pay range, pay spread, pay overlaps
Compensation ratio analysis
Pay line development & interpretation
Designing pay-for-performance – contribution margin approach
Incentive design
Module 14: HR Dashboard and Report Writing
Designing and implementing HR dashboards for effective decision-making
Data visualization techniques for communicating HR insights
Reporting the results
Part C: HR Leadership
Module 15: Competencies and Capabilities for CHROs
HR leadership competency framework
Measuring and assessing CHRO competencies
Development of HR leadership pipeline
Communicating critical HR decisions
Module 16: Application of Artificial Intelligence in HR Decision Making
Data analysis using AI tools
Application of AI tools in managing HR processes
AI transformation of HR processes
Module 17: Leadership Skills for CHROs: A Workshop
Workshop on developing leadership inventory
Knowing self
Understanding dynamics of HR leadership from multiple perspectives

Programme Curriculum

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders

The curriculum is structured across three parts—Strategic HR, HR Analytics, and HR Leadership—to build end-to-end capability for data-driven HR decision-making.

Part A: Advanced Strategic Human Resources Management
Module 1: Strategic Context for Data Driven HR Decision
Decoding the strategic intent of the firm
Understanding business model to develop data-driven HR metrics
Analyzing scope of data-driven HR decisions
Value chain analysis
Emerging challenges in designing HR strategy, structure and HRM system
Module 2: Strategic HRM: Sectoral Analysis
Reviewing trends in managing employees using data across sectors
Identifying sector-specific HR metrics for strategic decisions
Industry experts’ views on sector-specific strategic HR issues and challenges
Illustration of strategic HR issues across FMCG, BFSI, e-commerce, manufacturing, and application-based businesses
Module 3: Strategic Transformation Through HR
Framework to catalyze data-driven strategic transformation
Alignment of business goals with group/team/individual goals
HR as a lever for strategic turnaround of the firm
Part B: Advanced HR Analytics
Module 4: Financial Aspects of HR Decisions
Concept of direct & indirect cost
Analyzing and understanding HR overheads
Introduction to financial statement / income statement
Financial & HR implications of business model
Analysis of business parameters – ratio analysis
Module 5: Application of Costing – ROI on Human Capital
Identifying HR investment heads
Calculation of ROI on HR investments
Value chain analysis of HR decisions
In-class exercise
Module 6: ROI on Employee Benefits
Calculation of ROI on employee benefits
ROI on recruitment, training, engagement, and well-being initiatives
In-class exercise
Module 7: HR Budgeting and Costing Concepts
Understanding financial implications of HR decisions
Cost analysis and budget allocation for HR initiatives
HR budget projections
Module 8: HR Analytics – I: Introduction to Tools & Techniques
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
Module 9: HR Analytics – II: Data Visualization
Introduction to visualization techniques
Data cleaning and interpretation
Using AI for data visualization
Graphs & charts
Module 10: HR Analytics – III: HR Modelling
Introduction to predictive modeling techniques
Forecasting talent needs and attrition rates
Building predictive models for workforce planning and recruitment
Module 11: HR Analytics – IV: Advanced Predictive HR Models
Probit, logit, and logistic modeling for complex HR decisions
Advanced predictive modeling for employee engagement and performance
Module 12: HR Forecasting and Manpower Optimization
Advanced HR forecasting techniques for optimal resource allocation
Manpower optimization strategies to improve organizational efficiency
Succession planning – movement analytics
Trend analysis
Module 13: Compensation Analytics
Analyzing compensation structures and impact on retention & performance
Calculations of pay range, pay spread, pay overlaps
Compensation ratio analysis
Pay line development & interpretation
Designing pay-for-performance – contribution margin approach
Incentive design
Module 14: HR Dashboard and Report Writing
Designing and implementing HR dashboards for effective decision-making
Data visualization techniques for communicating HR insights
Reporting the results
Part C: HR Leadership
Module 15: Competencies and Capabilities for CHROs
HR leadership competency framework
Measuring and assessing CHRO competencies
Development of HR leadership pipeline
Communicating critical HR decisions
Module 16: Application of Artificial Intelligence in HR Decision Making
Data analysis using AI tools
Application of AI tools in managing HR processes
AI transformation of HR processes
Module 17: Leadership Skills for CHROs: A Workshop
Workshop on developing leadership inventory
Knowing self
Understanding dynamics of HR leadership from multiple perspectives

Programme Curriculum

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders

The curriculum is structured across three parts—Strategic HR, HR Analytics, and HR Leadership—to build end-to-end capability for data-driven HR decision-making.

Part A: Advanced Strategic Human Resources Management
Module 1: Strategic Context for Data Driven HR Decision
Decoding the strategic intent of the firm
Understanding business model to develop data-driven HR metrics
Analyzing scope of data-driven HR decisions
Value chain analysis
Emerging challenges in designing HR strategy, structure and HRM system
Module 2: Strategic HRM: Sectoral Analysis
Reviewing trends in managing employees using data across sectors
Identifying sector-specific HR metrics for strategic decisions
Industry experts’ views on sector-specific strategic HR issues and challenges
Illustration of strategic HR issues across FMCG, BFSI, e-commerce, manufacturing, and application-based businesses
Module 3: Strategic Transformation Through HR
Framework to catalyze data-driven strategic transformation
Alignment of business goals with group/team/individual goals
HR as a lever for strategic turnaround of the firm
Part B: Advanced HR Analytics
Module 4: Financial Aspects of HR Decisions
Concept of direct & indirect cost
Analyzing and understanding HR overheads
Introduction to financial statement / income statement
Financial & HR implications of business model
Analysis of business parameters – ratio analysis
Module 5: Application of Costing – ROI on Human Capital
Identifying HR investment heads
Calculation of ROI on HR investments
Value chain analysis of HR decisions
In-class exercise
Module 6: ROI on Employee Benefits
Calculation of ROI on employee benefits
ROI on recruitment, training, engagement, and well-being initiatives
In-class exercise
Module 7: HR Budgeting and Costing Concepts
Understanding financial implications of HR decisions
Cost analysis and budget allocation for HR initiatives
HR budget projections
Module 8: HR Analytics – I: Introduction to Tools & Techniques
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
Module 9: HR Analytics – II: Data Visualization
Introduction to visualization techniques
Data cleaning and interpretation
Using AI for data visualization
Graphs & charts
Module 10: HR Analytics – III: HR Modelling
Introduction to predictive modeling techniques
Forecasting talent needs and attrition rates
Building predictive models for workforce planning and recruitment
Module 11: HR Analytics – IV: Advanced Predictive HR Models
Probit, logit, and logistic modeling for complex HR decisions
Advanced predictive modeling for employee engagement and performance
Module 12: HR Forecasting and Manpower Optimization
Advanced HR forecasting techniques for optimal resource allocation
Manpower optimization strategies to improve organizational efficiency
Succession planning – movement analytics
Trend analysis
Module 13: Compensation Analytics
Analyzing compensation structures and impact on retention & performance
Calculations of pay range, pay spread, pay overlaps
Compensation ratio analysis
Pay line development & interpretation
Designing pay-for-performance – contribution margin approach
Incentive design
Module 14: HR Dashboard and Report Writing
Designing and implementing HR dashboards for effective decision-making
Data visualization techniques for communicating HR insights
Reporting the results
Part C: HR Leadership
Module 15: Competencies and Capabilities for CHROs
HR leadership competency framework
Measuring and assessing CHRO competencies
Development of HR leadership pipeline
Communicating critical HR decisions
Module 16: Application of Artificial Intelligence in HR Decision Making
Data analysis using AI tools
Application of AI tools in managing HR processes
AI transformation of HR processes
Module 17: Leadership Skills for CHROs: A Workshop
Workshop on developing leadership inventory
Knowing self
Understanding dynamics of HR leadership from multiple perspectives

The curriculum is structured across three parts—Strategic HR, HR Analytics, and HR Leadership—to build end-to-end capability for data-driven HR decision-making.

The curriculum is structured across three parts—Strategic HR, HR Analytics, and HR Leadership—to build end-to-end capability for data-driven HR decision-making.

Part A: Advanced Strategic Human Resources Management Module 1: Strategic Context for Data Driven HR Decision
Decoding the strategic intent of the firm
Understanding business model to develop data-driven HR metrics
Analyzing scope of data-driven HR decisions
Value chain analysis
Emerging challenges in designing HR strategy, structure and HRM system
Module 1: Strategic Context for Data Driven HR Decision
Decoding the strategic intent of the firm
Understanding business model to develop data-driven HR metrics
Analyzing scope of data-driven HR decisions
Value chain analysis
Emerging challenges in designing HR strategy, structure and HRM system
Module 2: Strategic HRM: Sectoral Analysis
Reviewing trends in managing employees using data across sectors
Identifying sector-specific HR metrics for strategic decisions
Industry experts’ views on sector-specific strategic HR issues and challenges
Illustration of strategic HR issues across FMCG, BFSI, e-commerce, manufacturing, and application-based businesses
Module 2: Strategic HRM: Sectoral Analysis
Reviewing trends in managing employees using data across sectors
Identifying sector-specific HR metrics for strategic decisions
Industry experts’ views on sector-specific strategic HR issues and challenges
Illustration of strategic HR issues across FMCG, BFSI, e-commerce, manufacturing, and application-based businesses
Module 3: Strategic Transformation Through HR
Framework to catalyze data-driven strategic transformation
Alignment of business goals with group/team/individual goals
HR as a lever for strategic turnaround of the firm
Module 3: Strategic Transformation Through HR
Framework to catalyze data-driven strategic transformation
Alignment of business goals with group/team/individual goals
HR as a lever for strategic turnaround of the firm
Part B: Advanced HR Analytics Module 4: Financial Aspects of HR Decisions
Concept of direct & indirect cost
Analyzing and understanding HR overheads
Introduction to financial statement / income statement
Financial & HR implications of business model
Analysis of business parameters – ratio analysis
Module 4: Financial Aspects of HR Decisions
Concept of direct & indirect cost
Analyzing and understanding HR overheads
Introduction to financial statement / income statement
Financial & HR implications of business model
Analysis of business parameters – ratio analysis
Module 5: Application of Costing – ROI on Human Capital
Identifying HR investment heads
Calculation of ROI on HR investments
Value chain analysis of HR decisions
In-class exercise
Module 5: Application of Costing – ROI on Human Capital
Identifying HR investment heads
Calculation of ROI on HR investments
Value chain analysis of HR decisions
In-class exercise
Module 6: ROI on Employee Benefits
Calculation of ROI on employee benefits
ROI on recruitment, training, engagement, and well-being initiatives
In-class exercise
Module 6: ROI on Employee Benefits
Calculation of ROI on employee benefits
ROI on recruitment, training, engagement, and well-being initiatives
In-class exercise
Module 7: HR Budgeting and Costing Concepts
Understanding financial implications of HR decisions
Cost analysis and budget allocation for HR initiatives
HR budget projections
Module 7: HR Budgeting and Costing Concepts
Understanding financial implications of HR decisions
Cost analysis and budget allocation for HR initiatives
HR budget projections
Module 8: HR Analytics – I: Introduction to Tools & Techniques
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
Module 8: HR Analytics – I: Introduction to Tools & Techniques
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
Module 9: HR Analytics – II: Data Visualization
Introduction to visualization techniques
Data cleaning and interpretation
Using AI for data visualization
Graphs & charts
Module 9: HR Analytics – II: Data Visualization
Introduction to visualization techniques
Data cleaning and interpretation
Using AI for data visualization
Graphs & charts
Module 10: HR Analytics – III: HR Modelling
Introduction to predictive modeling techniques
Forecasting talent needs and attrition rates
Building predictive models for workforce planning and recruitment
Module 10: HR Analytics – III: HR Modelling
Introduction to predictive modeling techniques
Forecasting talent needs and attrition rates
Building predictive models for workforce planning and recruitment
Module 11: HR Analytics – IV: Advanced Predictive HR Models
Probit, logit, and logistic modeling for complex HR decisions
Advanced predictive modeling for employee engagement and performance
Module 11: HR Analytics – IV: Advanced Predictive HR Models
Probit, logit, and logistic modeling for complex HR decisions
Advanced predictive modeling for employee engagement and performance
Module 12: HR Forecasting and Manpower Optimization
Advanced HR forecasting techniques for optimal resource allocation
Manpower optimization strategies to improve organizational efficiency
Succession planning – movement analytics
Trend analysis
Module 12: HR Forecasting and Manpower Optimization
Advanced HR forecasting techniques for optimal resource allocation
Manpower optimization strategies to improve organizational efficiency
Succession planning – movement analytics
Trend analysis
Module 13: Compensation Analytics
Analyzing compensation structures and impact on retention & performance
Calculations of pay range, pay spread, pay overlaps
Compensation ratio analysis
Pay line development & interpretation
Designing pay-for-performance – contribution margin approach
Incentive design
Module 13: Compensation Analytics
Analyzing compensation structures and impact on retention & performance
Calculations of pay range, pay spread, pay overlaps
Compensation ratio analysis
Pay line development & interpretation
Designing pay-for-performance – contribution margin approach
Incentive design
Module 14: HR Dashboard and Report Writing
Designing and implementing HR dashboards for effective decision-making
Data visualization techniques for communicating HR insights
Reporting the results
Module 14: HR Dashboard and Report Writing
Designing and implementing HR dashboards for effective decision-making
Data visualization techniques for communicating HR insights
Reporting the results
Part C: HR Leadership Module 15: Competencies and Capabilities for CHROs
HR leadership competency framework
Measuring and assessing CHRO competencies
Development of HR leadership pipeline
Communicating critical HR decisions
Module 15: Competencies and Capabilities for CHROs
HR leadership competency framework
Measuring and assessing CHRO competencies
Development of HR leadership pipeline
Communicating critical HR decisions
Module 16: Application of Artificial Intelligence in HR Decision Making
Data analysis using AI tools
Application of AI tools in managing HR processes
AI transformation of HR processes
Module 16: Application of Artificial Intelligence in HR Decision Making
Data analysis using AI tools
Application of AI tools in managing HR processes
AI transformation of HR processes
Module 17: Leadership Skills for CHROs: A Workshop
Workshop on developing leadership inventory
Knowing self
Understanding dynamics of HR leadership from multiple perspectives
Module 17: Leadership Skills for CHROs: A Workshop
Workshop on developing leadership inventory
Knowing self
Understanding dynamics of HR leadership from multiple perspectives

Alumni Benefits

Eligibility & Registration Details

Participants who successfully complete the programme and are awarded a Certificate of Completion are eligible for Executive Education Alumni status of XLRI Jamshedpur.

Eligible participants may join the XLRI Alumni Association by paying an alumni registration fee of ₹20,000 (inclusive of GST). The Executive Education Alumni status is optional and is governed by the rules and regulations of the XLRI Alumni Office.

Pedagogy

Pedagogy & Learning Approach

Strategic HR & Analytics for HR Leaders

Live sessions by XLRI faculty and industry experts covering core concepts, emerging trends, and best practices in HR analytics and consultancy.

Real-world cases across industries to analyse complex HR challenges, develop strategic solutions, and apply concepts to practical scenarios.

Collaborative work with peers to address strategic HR issues and produce actionable recommendations for organisational improvement.

Practical exercises to apply analytics tools and methodologies, conduct data analysis, and derive insights for data-driven HR decision-making.

Insights from industry leaders and HR practitioners sharing perspectives and real examples of HR analytics and consultancy in action.

A guided project applying learning to a real organisational HR challenge, culminating in a presentation of findings and recommendations.

Access course materials, recorded lectures, and resources for self-paced learning and convenient revision of key concepts.

Participate in networking events, alumni meet-ups, and industry forums to connect with peers, professionals, and the XLRI community.

Our pedagogical approach is designed to empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel as strategic HR leaders—driving organisational success and innovation through data-driven insights and consultancy expertise.

The program includes 4 days of campus immersion sessions towards the end of the program, providing participants with an enriching on-campus learning experience at XLRI,Jamshedpur.

Accommodation will be arranged on a double occupancy basis. The campus immersion dates will be communicated after the commencement of the program.

Programme Audience

Senior HR Professionals aspiring to move into CHRO / HR leadership roles.
Senior Human Resources Managers with 7+ years of experience such as HR Directors, HR Heads, L&D Heads, Senior HRBPs, and other experienced HR professionals.
Candidates who have a strong foundation in HR principles and a keen interest in strengthening their analytics capability and HR leadership skills to drive organizational success.

Programme Benefits

Integrated, Advanced Curriculum

A comprehensive programme integrating financial, strategic, and analytical aspects of HR decisions to manage employees for organisational success.

Rare Multi-Domain Expertise

One of the few programmes that enables participants to learn HR analytics from subject-matter experts across strategy, analytics, and HR.

Industry-Led, Hands-On Learning

Industry experts support participants in gaining hands-on experience with advanced tools and techniques.

CHRO Readiness Focus

The programme emphasizes holistic development to prepare participants for CHRO / top HR leadership roles.

Integrated, Advanced Curriculum

A comprehensive programme integrating financial, strategic, and analytical aspects of HR decisions to manage employees for organisational success.

Rare Multi-Domain Expertise

One of the few programmes that enables participants to learn HR analytics from subject-matter experts across strategy, analytics, and HR.

Industry-Led, Hands-On Learning

Industry experts support participants in gaining hands-on experience with advanced tools and techniques.

CHRO Readiness Focus

The programme emphasizes holistic development to prepare participants for CHRO / top HR leadership roles.

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