Introduction

In today’s data-driven HR ecosystem, Labour Analytics has become a critical function for optimizing workforce productivity, reducing attrition, and improving strategic decision-making. Organizations are increasingly leveraging Excel analytics dashboards and Power BI interactive reporting to transform raw workforce data into actionable insights. Excel and Power BI for Labour Analytics Training Course is designed to equip professionals with advanced skills in HR analytics, workforce intelligence, KPI tracking, automation, and predictive labour insights using industry-leading tools.

The course focuses on building strong capabilities in data modeling, HR dashboards, DAX calculations, workforce planning analytics, and real-time reporting systems. Participants will learn how to integrate Excel and Power BI to analyze employee performance, absenteeism, turnover trends, payroll efficiency, and headcount forecasting, enabling organizations to make smarter, faster, and data-backed labour decisions.

Programme Curriculum

Excel and Power BI for Labour Analytics Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

10 Days

Course Objectives

Master Excel for HR & Labour Data Analytics
Build advanced Power BI workforce dashboards
Analyze employee turnover & attrition trends
Develop KPI frameworks for HR performance
Use DAX for labour data calculations
Create automated HR reporting systems
Perform headcount forecasting & workforce planning
Optimize payroll analytics & cost modeling
Track employee productivity metrics
Improve attendance & absenteeism analysis
Design interactive HR dashboards
Enable real-time labour data visualization
Support data-driven HR decision-making

Target Audience

HR Managers & HR Executives
HR Business Partners (HRBP)
Workforce Planning Analysts
Data Analysts in HR domain
Payroll Managers
Talent Acquisition Specialists
Business Intelligence Professionals
Operations & People Analytics Teams

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Labour Analytics

Concepts of HR analytics evolution
Importance of workforce intelligence
Types of HR metrics
Data sources in HR systems
Case Study: Workforce planning challenges in IT industry

Module 2: Excel Basics for HR Data

Data entry & validation techniques
Sorting & filtering HR datasets
Basic formulas for HR reporting
Conditional formatting for workforce data
Case Study: Attendance tracking system in Excel

Module 3: Advanced Excel for Analytics

Pivot tables for HR insights
Advanced formulas (INDEX, MATCH, XLOOKUP)
Data cleaning techniques
Dynamic reporting dashboards
Case Study: Employee performance scorecard

Module 4: Data Preparation for Labour Analytics

Data structuring techniques
Handling missing HR data
Data normalization
HR database integration concepts
Case Study: Cleaning multi-branch employee dataset

Module 5: HR KPI Design

Defining workforce KPIs
Attrition rate calculation
Productivity index design
Engagement scoring models
Case Study: KPI framework for retail workforce

Module 6: Introduction to Power BI

Power BI interface overview
Data import from Excel
Data transformation in Power Query
Basic visualizations
Case Study: HR dashboard setup for small company

Module 7: Data Modeling in Power BI

Relationship building
Star schema design
Fact & dimension tables
Data hierarchy creation
Case Study: Multi-department HR data model

Module 8: DAX Fundamentals

DAX syntax basics
Calculated columns & measures
Aggregation functions
Time intelligence functions
Case Study: Monthly attrition trend analysis

Module 9: Workforce Dashboards

Dashboard design principles
KPI cards & visuals
Drill-through reports
Interactive filters
Case Study: Executive HR dashboard for CEO

Module 10: Attrition & Retention Analytics

Attrition trend analysis
Retention forecasting models
Employee lifecycle tracking
Exit pattern identification
Case Study: High attrition in BPO sector

Module 11: Attendance & Leave Analytics

Absenteeism metrics
Leave utilization tracking
Shift pattern analysis
Overtime monitoring
Case Study: Manufacturing plant attendance analysis

Module 12: Payroll Analytics

Salary distribution analysis
Compensation benchmarking
Payroll cost optimization
Bonus & incentive analytics
Case Study: Payroll leak detection model

Module 13: Workforce Forecasting

Headcount planning models
Demand vs supply analysis
Scenario forecasting
Seasonal workforce trends
Case Study: Retail seasonal hiring forecast

Module 14: Advanced Power BI Visuals

Custom visuals usage
Heat maps & trend charts
Decomposition trees
Key Influencer analysis
Case Study: Productivity driver analysis

Module 15: Capstone Project-HR Analytics Dashboard

End-to-end HR dashboard design
Data integration from multiple sources
KPI storytelling
Business insights presentation
Case Study: Complete enterprise workforce analytics solution

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Data visualization Workforce analytics Dashboard creation Advanced Excel reporting

Programme Fee

Duration: 10 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $2,000

Physical Price: $3,000

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 30 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $2,000