IIM Nagpur PG Certificate in Advanced HR Analytics
The IIM Nagpur Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Advanced HR Analytics is a 7-month part-time executive programme designed for HR professionals and business leaders who want to harness the power of data in workforce management. Delivered through weekend online sessions, the programme blends theoretical foundations with hands-on projects, real HR datasets, and mentored case studies. Participants progressively build skills from foundational HR analytics concepts to advanced predictive modelling, attrition analysis, and AI-driven insights. The curriculum spans eight modules covering workforce planning, talent analytics, performance and engagement analytics, learning capability analytics, and ethics in AI for HR. Learners work with tools including Tableau, Advanced Excel, R, and Power BI to solve real-world HR challenges. The programme concludes with a capstone project and an optional two-day campus immersion at IIM Nagpur. Graduates receive a prestigious Post Graduate Certificate from IIM Nagpur, equipping them to take on senior analytics-driven HR roles and lead data-informed organisational strategies.
Instructors:
Dr. Sujeet Kumar Sharma
Neha Garg
English
Course Start Date:
21st Jun, 2026
Application Deadline:
12th Apr, 2026
Duration:
7 Months
₹ 1,60,000
Overview
The IIM Nagpur Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Advanced HR Analytics is a rigorous 7-month part-time programme crafted for HR professionals and business leaders seeking to transform their organisations through data-driven HR practices. Designed and delivered by IIM Nagpur faculty, the programme offers a structured learning journey that bridges the gap between traditional HR management and modern analytical methodologies. Weekend online sessions ensure professionals can continue their careers while gaining cutting-edge skills. The programme equips participants to leverage tools such as Tableau, R, Power BI, and Advanced Excel for workforce analytics, enabling them to make evidence-based decisions across the employee lifecycle. From talent acquisition and performance management to attrition prediction and learning capability analytics, the curriculum addresses every key HR function through an analytical lens. An optional two-day campus immersion at IIM Nagpur rounds off the learning experience, providing valuable face-to-face engagement with faculty and peers.
Why Human Resources?
This programme stands apart as a credential from IIM Nagpur, one of India's premier management institutions, lending significant credibility to your professional profile. The curriculum is designed not just for theoretical knowledge but for practical, hands-on application using real HR datasets in a mentored environment. The weekend delivery model allows working professionals to upskill without career interruption, while the progressive curriculum structure ensures learners build expertise systematically from foundational to advanced concepts. Participants gain proficiency in industry-leading tools including Tableau, R, Power BI, and Advanced Excel, making them immediately effective in analytics-driven HR roles. The optional campus immersion adds an invaluable dimension of peer networking and collaborative learning unique to IIM programmes. For HR professionals aiming to move into senior leadership or analytics-specialised roles, this programme provides a clear competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving field where data literacy is no longer optional but essential.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
7-month part-time programme designed for working professionals Weekend online sessions for flexible learning Curriculum from IIM Nagpur covering 8 comprehensive modules Hands-on projects using real HR datasets Optional 2-day campus immersion at IIM Nagpur Training in Tableau, R, Power BI, and Advanced Excel Capstone project for applied learning Post Graduate Certificate awarded by IIM Nagpur Covers AI and ethics in HR analytics Mentored learning environment with case studies
Who is this programme for?
HR professionals looking to integrate advanced analytics into HR practices Data analysts seeking to pivot into HR analytics Business leaders wanting to leverage analytics for HR strategy HR and management consultants advising on data-driven HR functions Graduate students with backgrounds in HR or data science Mid-career professionals transitioning into senior HR analytics roles
Minimum Eligibility
Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university Work experience in HR, data analytics, or related field preferred Familiarity with Excel, R, or similar analytical tools preferred Strong foundation in mathematics and statistics preferred Statement of purpose required for application Comprehensive review of academic qualifications and work experience
Who is the programme for?
Admission to the IIM Nagpur Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Advanced HR Analytics is based on a comprehensive review of each applicant's profile, including academic qualifications, professional work experience, and a statement of purpose. Candidates with a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and basic programming skills such as Excel or R are preferred, though the programme is open to motivated professionals across disciplines. The application process begins with an initial registration, followed by counselling from TimesPro programme advisors. Applicants are required to pay a preliminary course fee, after which their documents are verified and they may be called for an interview. Upon successful evaluation, candidates receive an offer letter and complete onboarding before the programme commences. The academic structure spans 7 months and is delivered through weekend online sessions, progressively building from foundational HR analytics concepts to advanced strategic insights, culminating in a capstone project.
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The programme curriculum is structured across eight focused modules that collectively build a comprehensive understanding of HR analytics from the ground up. Beginning with the foundations of strategic HR analytics, learners quickly move into applied domains including workforce planning, talent acquisition analytics, and performance and engagement analysis. Subsequent modules address attrition and retention analytics, providing tools and frameworks to predict workforce behaviour and implement proactive retention strategies. The learning and capability analytics module equips participants to measure and optimise training effectiveness and employee development programmes. The programme also dedicates a module to the ethics of AI in HR, ensuring participants can deploy advanced technologies responsibly. Advanced strategic insights in the penultimate module help learners connect analytics outcomes to broader organisational strategy. The programme concludes with a capstone project where participants apply their accumulated skills to solve a real-world HR analytics problem, demonstrating readiness for senior analytics roles.
There are 8 semesters in this course
Module 1 introduces the foundations of strategic HR analytics, covering key concepts, data literacy, and the role of analytics in modern HR functions. Participants learn how to frame business problems using an HR analytics lens and get introduced to the tools and frameworks used throughout the programme. Module 2 focuses on workforce planning and talent analytics, where learners apply data-driven methods to forecast workforce needs, optimise talent acquisition, and align HR planning with organisational growth strategies. Module 3 covers performance, engagement, and productivity analytics, helping participants measure and interpret employee performance data to build more effective performance management systems and engagement initiatives. Module 4 is dedicated to attrition and retention analytics, training participants to build predictive models that identify flight risk employees and design retention interventions backed by data. Module 5 explores learning and capability analytics, equipping participants to evaluate the effectiveness of L&D programmes and align capability development with business objectives. Module 6 addresses ethics and AI in HR analytics, examining responsible data use, bias in algorithms, privacy considerations, and the ethical deployment of AI in HR decision-making. Module 7 covers advanced strategic insights, connecting sophisticated analytics outputs to C-suite decision-making and enterprise HR strategy. Module 8 is the capstone project, where participants synthesise their learnings to address a complex, real-world HR analytics challenge under faculty mentorship.
Module 1: Foundations of Strategic HR Analytics
Module 2: Workforce Planning & Talent Analytics
Module 3: Performance, Engagement & Productivity Analytics
Module 4: Attrition & Retention Analytics
Module 6: Ethics and AI in HR Analytics
Module 7: Advanced Strategic Insights
Module 8: Capstone Project
Programme Length
7 months, delivered via weekend online sessions. Optional 2-day campus immersion at IIM Nagpur towards the end of the programme.
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Dr. Sujeet Kumar Sharma
Dean (Research & PhD Programmes) and Professor in the ‘Decision Science & Information Systems’ area at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Nagpur
Dr. Sujeet K. Sharma is Dean (Research & PhD Programmes) and Professor in the ‘Decision Science & Information Systems’ area at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Nagpur. Dr. Sharma has been teaching for more than 23 years in India, Oman, and Bahrain, giving him broad experience in teaching and interacting with students across multiple cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Before joining IIM Nagpur, Dr. Sharma worked with IIM Tiruchirappalli, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, and Birla Institute of Technology, International Center, Bahrain. Dr. Sharma won the 'Best Researcher Award' at Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, in 2018. He organized the IFIP WG 8.6 Conference 2020 and 2023 as a conference chair at IIM Tiruchirappalli and IIM Nagpur, respectively. He has also served as a Track Chair for the International Conference of Information Systems (ICIS) 2023. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Systems and Information Technology (ABDC B, Emerald Publishing). In addition, he serves as an associate editor of Communications of AIS (ABDC A), a coordinating editor for Information Systems Frontiers (ABDC A), and a Senior Editor for Information Systems Management (ABDC B)
Neha Garg
Faculty, IIM Nagpur
Dr. Neha Garg is an Assistant Professor in Organisational Behavior & Human Resource Management at Indian Institute of Management, Nagpur and serves as the Chairperson for the Domestic Immersion Programme. A Fellow of Indian Institute of Management, Raipur and a UGC–NET Junior Research Fellow, she brings a strong blend of cutting-edge research and high-impact pedagogy to executive learning. She also represents IIM Nagpur as the Nodal Officer at the Bureau of Indian Standards and is a member of MSD-19 committee contributing to Sustainable Human Resource Management standards, bridging academia, policy, and industry practices.
Tuition Fee
The programme fee details are available on enquiry through TimesPro programme advisors. Prospective participants are encouraged to contact the admissions team for a detailed fee breakdown and available payment options. TimesPro offers counselling support to help candidates understand the full cost structure and any instalment or financing options that may be applicable. To get accurate fee information tailored to your profile, please reach out to a TimesPro Programme Advisor or download the programme brochure.
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Learning Experience
The learning experience in the IIM Nagpur Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Advanced HR Analytics is designed to be immersive, practical, and professionally relevant. Weekend online sessions provide the flexibility for working professionals to engage deeply with the curriculum without disrupting their careers. The pedagogy integrates live instruction from IIM Nagpur faculty with hands-on projects, real HR datasets, and mentored case studies drawn from industry scenarios. Learners are exposed to a progressive curriculum that builds from conceptual foundations to applied mastery of tools including Tableau, R, Power BI, and Advanced Excel. Collaborative peer learning is a core feature, with group projects and discussions forming a significant part of the experience. The optional campus immersion at IIM Nagpur provides a unique opportunity for face-to-face interaction with faculty and classmates, collaborative workshops, and intensive applied learning in a residential setting. The capstone project serves as the culminating learning experience, requiring participants to independently solve a complex, real-world HR analytics problem.
University Experience
IIM Nagpur is one of the newer Indian Institutes of Management established under the IIM Act of 2017, located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. As part of the prestigious IIM network, it upholds the same rigorous academic standards and management education philosophy that has made the IIM brand globally recognised. The institute offers state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant campus environment. Participants in this programme benefit from access to IIM Nagpur's academic resources, faculty expertise, and the networking opportunities that come with being part of the broader IIM alumni community. The optional campus immersion allows online learners to experience the campus firsthand, engaging with peers, faculty, and the intellectual environment that defines an IIM education. Earning a credential from IIM Nagpur carries significant professional prestige and opens doors to senior roles across industries.
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About the University
Established in 2015 under the mentorship of IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Nagpur is a premier management institute located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The institute aims to create value-driven leaders and global managers through a strong curriculum and innovative teaching methods. IIM Nagpur shifted to its new 132-acre campus at MIHAN in November 2021, providing state-of-the-art facilities to enhance the learning experience.
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Total Students
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Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
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Faculties
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Instructors
Dr. Sujeet Kumar Sharma
Dean (Research & PhD Programmes) and Professor in the ‘Decision Science & Information Systems’ area at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Nagpur
Dr. Sujeet K. Sharma is Dean (Research & PhD Programmes) and Professor in the ‘Decision Science & Information Systems’ area at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Nagpur. Dr. Sharma has been teaching for more than 23 years in India, Oman, and Bahrain, giving him broad experience in teaching and interacting with students across multiple cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Before joining IIM Nagpur, Dr. Sharma worked with IIM Tiruchirappalli, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, and Birla Institute of Technology, International Center, Bahrain. Dr. Sharma won the 'Best Researcher Award' at Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, in 2018. He organized the IFIP WG 8.6 Conference 2020 and 2023 as a conference chair at IIM Tiruchirappalli and IIM Nagpur, respectively. He has also served as a Track Chair for the International Conference of Information Systems (ICIS) 2023. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Systems and Information Technology (ABDC B, Emerald Publishing). In addition, he serves as an associate editor of Communications of AIS (ABDC A), a coordinating editor for Information Systems Frontiers (ABDC A), and a Senior Editor for Information Systems Management (ABDC B)
Neha Garg
Faculty, IIM Nagpur
Dr. Neha Garg is an Assistant Professor in Organisational Behavior & Human Resource Management at Indian Institute of Management, Nagpur and serves as the Chairperson for the Domestic Immersion Programme. A Fellow of Indian Institute of Management, Raipur and a UGC–NET Junior Research Fellow, she brings a strong blend of cutting-edge research and high-impact pedagogy to executive learning. She also represents IIM Nagpur as the Nodal Officer at the Bureau of Indian Standards and is a member of MSD-19 committee contributing to Sustainable Human Resource Management standards, bridging academia, policy, and industry practices.
Career services
The Career Development Services at IIM Nagpur provide extensive support for placements through organized recruitment drives and industry interactions. The placement process includes pre-placement talks, interviews, and workshops to prepare students for the corporate world. The institute has successfully placed its students with leading companies across various sectors, ensuring a smooth transition from academia to industry.
100%
Placement Rate
16.29 LPA
Average Package
38.40 LPA
Highest Package
Course Start Date:
21st Jun, 2026
Application Deadline:
12th Apr, 2026
Duration:
7 Months
₹ 1,60,000
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