People Analytics

Data in place of instinct

The course treats people decisions as a matter for analysis rather than personal relationships, experience or risk avoidance. It is taught by three Wharton professors and focuses on the techniques organizations use to recruit and retain strong people.

Skills on the syllabus

• Performance measurement and appraisal
• Network analysis of how people collaborate
• Retention and talent management

Who it suits

HR analysts and people managers who already use some reporting will find the course a natural next step. The short description does not state a level, so check the syllabus for the depth of statistics or tooling to expect.

The skills tagged to the course also include talent management, employee retention and collaboration, so it reaches into how teams work together as well as who gets hired.