XLRI Jamshedpur has opened admissions for Batch 9 of its Executive Development Programme in HR Analytics, a part-time programme for working professionals that focuses on evidence-based people management and workforce decision-making. Classes commence from October 9 to 11, 2026, and the institute has said applications for the current batch are closing soon.
The programme is delivered over eight to nine months through live direct-to-device sessions held on Saturdays, and is aimed at HR and business professionals who want to apply data analytics to workforce planning, talent decisions and organisational development. The service partner for the programme is Jaro Education.
Why XLRI Is Offering an HR Analytics Programme
As organisations increasingly adopt artificial intelligence, automation and digital workforce systems, HR professionals are being drawn into strategic decisions on talent acquisition, employee retention, performance management, compensation, workforce planning and organisational development.
According to XLRI, however, many organisations still face a gap in converting workforce data into relevant and actionable insights. The programme is positioned to address that gap by helping professionals apply analytics to real-life people-management challenges rather than to theoretical problems.
Curriculum: Three Dimensions of HR Analytics
The curriculum is built around three analytical approaches.
- Descriptive analytics — understanding workforce patterns and developing relevant HR metrics
- Predictive analytics — using available data to anticipate people-management outcomes
- Prescriptive analytics — recommending actions based on analytical findings and organisational context
Participants will learn to capture and clean data, develop customised HR metrics, select appropriate analytical models, and interpret both quantitative and qualitative findings. The programme covers applications across staffing, attrition, training, performance management, compensation, leadership, organisational culture and organisational development.
Tools covered
The programme includes exposure to Organisational Network Analysis, SPSS and Microsoft Excel. Participants may also work with R, SAS, Stata, MPlus or Excel add-ons depending on their familiarity. XLRI has stated that the programme focuses on the practical application of analytics and does not require prior expertise in mathematics or statistics.
“HR analytics is not merely about analysing numbers. It involves identifying the right organisational questions, interpreting workforce information within its business context and converting insights into better people-management decisions. The programme will help participants apply analytical approaches to workplace challenges and develop evidence-based solutions.”
Prof. Gloryson R. B. Chalil, Associate Dean, Corporate and VIL, XLRI Jamshedpur
Teaching Method and Capstone Project
The pedagogy is application-oriented and includes live lectures, case studies, analytical exercises, assignments, tutorials, peer-group work and faculty-led discussions. Participants will also undertake an HR analytics project based on an actual organisational requirement and receive faculty feedback on it.
XLRI HR Analytics Programme 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | Executive Development Programme in HR Analytics (Batch 9) |
| Institute | XLRI Jamshedpur |
| Duration | Eight to nine months |
| Delivery mode | Live direct-to-device sessions |
| Session schedule | Saturdays, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm |
| Campus immersion | Six mandatory days across two phases |
| Programme commencement | October 9 to 11, 2026 |
| Programme fee | Rs 2,00,000 + applicable GST |
| Application fee | Rs 2,500 + applicable GST |
| Certification | Certificate of Completion from XLRI Jamshedpur, subject to applicable requirements |
| Alumni benefit | XLRI Executive Alumni Status, subject to institute guidelines |
Eligibility Criteria
- HR professionals require a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
- Non-HR professionals require at least five years of overall work experience.
- Applicants must meet the prescribed educational qualifications.
Who Should Apply
XLRI has identified the programme as suitable for HR business partners, talent-acquisition professionals, learning and development practitioners, HR operations executives, people-analytics professionals, HR consultants, and other professionals involved in workforce decisions.
How To Apply
Interested candidates can apply for Batch 9 of the XLRI Executive Development Programme in HR Analytics by submitting the application form along with the application fee of Rs 2,500 plus applicable GST. Applications for the current batch are closing soon, and candidates are advised to check the official XLRI Jamshedpur website for the application link, detailed eligibility requirements and the final admission deadline.
