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HR & People Data and Analytics Fundamentals (Udemy.com)

Learn the basics of HR data analytics | Make Better Decisions | Hands on with Excel and Sheets

4.5
4,597 reviews

Created by: Robert Hean

Last updated August 2026

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Robert Hean's course is a short introduction to HR and people data, about 3.1 hours across 65 lectures. It covers where HR data comes from, common gotchas like nicknames and abbreviations, how metrics such as headcount, turnover, engagement and diversity are calculated, and how to present the results to leadership. It is aimed at people new to an HR team, plus managers curious about what the data says. The listing says plainly that HR data scientists and senior HR leaders are not the audience.

Reviewers like the short, clear videos and the practical exercises, and several call Hean's explanations easy to follow. One said it works as a refresher on Excel and Google Sheets, and another did not expect that much spreadsheet training. That matches the syllabus, where the spreadsheet basics section is the longest at 70 minutes. The complaints are small but real. One reviewer wanted more than two Excel formulas and a simple pivot table, another found little informative about HR data, and one noticed the audio volume jumping around.

The rating is 4.5 from 4,597 reviews, and more than 4,000 of those are four or five stars. About 20,000 students have enrolled, and the last update was in August 2026, so it is current. Expect a first look, not a deep analytics course. It is a good, quick start for newcomers to HR. Anyone already comfortable in spreadsheets may find the middle of the course slow.

Best forNew HR generalists and people managers who want headcount and turnover metrics worked out in Excel or Google Sheets.
Skip it ifYou already know pivot tables or HR analytics and want advanced modeling or deeper metrics.

Pros

  • Short, clear videos that reviewers find easy to follow
  • Works through headcount, turnover, engagement, diversity and recruiting metrics hands on in Excel and Sheets
  • Shows how to present HR data to stakeholders and partner with other teams on data quality
  • Updated in August 2026, with six quizzes and two assignments for practice

Cons

  • Thin on depth: one reviewer found only a couple of Excel formulas and a simple pivot table
  • Some reviewers report uneven audio volume and a few confusing Excel explanations
  • Not for HR data scientists or senior HR leaders, and only a first pass at metrics
I learned a lot of detail about how to organize data to report on Metrics. I did not expect it to contain such a high level of Excel and Google Docs training.
Valerie Jones, a student

Beginner level fits new HR staff and managers who already know basic spreadsheet functions but have no analytics background.

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What you will learn

  • Explore the basics of HR data & people analytics and what makes it unique
  • Familiarize yourself with basic HR analytics tools and what they are used for
  • Conduct fundamental HR & people analytics activities, such as data cleaning
  • Perform basic HR analytics using mock data
  • Identify teams to partner with to improve how your organization uses HR data
  • Present HR data clearly and concisely for maximum impact
  • Calculate metrics with Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel

Course content

9 sections · 65 lectures · 3.1 hours of video 6 quizzes, 2 assignments, 5 articles

  1. 1Introduction 4 free previews5 lectures · 1 quiz · 10 min
  2. 2HR & People Data Basics 1 free preview8 lectures · 19 min
  3. 3HR Data Tools5 lectures · 9 min
  4. 4Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel Basics17 lectures · 6 quizzes · 1.2 hours
  5. 5Calculating HR & People Metrics17 lectures · 54 min
  6. 6HR Data& People Partnerships5 lectures · 9 min
  7. 7Presenting HR & People Data6 lectures · 1 quiz · 12 min
  8. 8Conclusion1 lecture · 1 min
  9. 9Bonus Section1 lecture · 2 min

Who it is for

The instructor says it suits

  • Entry/mid-level HR and People employees (including HR or People Generalists, Specialist and HR Business Partners) who need to understand the basics of HR metrics to gain context of their role and company
  • Managers curious to understand how HR analytics and data can help them better understand how their team(s) are functioning
  • This course is NOT for those with a background in HR data science or executive level HR employees
  • Individuals looking to learn how Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets can be used to calculate HR metrics

What you need before you start

  • No analytics background is required - we'll cover the fundamentals together
  • Some background with basic spreadsheet functions will be helpful

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Course Description

If you're interested in getting a better understanding of what HR (Human Resource) or People data is, how it can by analyzed, and used, and how it can help you drive impact, then this course is for you. I designed this course specifically for individuals just getting started on a Human Resources or People team, or for individuals who are interested in learning the basics of HR or People data and analytics. No prior HR experience is necessary, but basic knowledge of Google Sheets or Excel will be very helpful.


This course is a great source for anyone interested in learning more about HR and People data, including:

  • Human Resource / People Generalists

  • Human Resource People Specialists

  • Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs)

  • People Managers

  • Executives

  • and more!

We'll cover the many places HR and People data can come from, including some common challenges (such as abbreviations and nicknames). This course also explores how to partner with other teams to improve how HR and People data is collected - something that will make your work as a HR or People data analyst more satisfying and increase the impact you will have on your team.

You'll also get hands on and learn how some basic HR and People metrics are derived, including things like headcount, engagement, diversity, and recruiting metrics. We'll get hands on in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel to learn how to calculate various metrics and use other features of those tools. We certainly won't get into every HR and People metric, but by the end of the course you'll be able to use fundamental metrics to help your organization better understand its most important asset - its people.

In this course you will be exposed to some core skills needed to understand HR data, including:

  • Where HR and People data comes from

  • What HR and People data can be used for

  • How common metrics, such as turnover, are calculated

  • How to avoid common “gotchas” in HR and People data

  • How to present HR and People data to leadership

Please join me in this course and start using data to positively influence your organization!


REVIEWS

"I am really very happy that I chose this course. The timing, content, depth and the way the trainer explains the topics make it easy to understand and engaging. I can highly recommend it!"


"I am looking at transitioning into human resources management so I needed to learn the basics and be able to handle entry level positions. I am very happy for the completion of this course as it has given another heads up concerning Headcounts, turnovers and some key formulas that are used in the HR space. Thanks UDEMY"


"This experience was simply incredible; it helped me understand the basics of people's data and how I will be able to use them in my daily tasks."
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Instructor Details

Robert Hean

Robert Hean has more than 15 years experience in IT and Business Systems.  He has been involved in many aspects of IT, including service desk, program management, and data and analytics.  He has built compensation platforms from the ground up, designed HR databases and driven hard disks over state lines to complete projects on time.

He feels that systems exist to make our lives easier, and constantly asks himself "What would have helped me earlier in my career?" when developing courses.


Certifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP)

PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

CompTIA Project+ Professional

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA A+

ITIL Foundation

Atlassian Certified Administration Expert

Atlassian Certified Agile DevOps Specialist

Atlassian Certified ITSM Specialist

Atlassian Certified Teamwork Collection Specialist

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By Florencia Paz Ingelmo on 7/19/2026

I really enjoyed this course, especially because of the way Robert delivers the content. His explanations are clear, practical, and easy to follow. Beyond the technical aspects of HR analytics, he provides valuable insights on how to measure data effectively, present findings to stakeholders, and communicate metrics in a meaningful way. I also appreciated his emphasis on the importance of HR metrics and building strong relationships with colleagues and business stakeholders. Overall, it was an informative and relevant course for HR professionals looking to become more data-driven.

By Babli Singh on 6/13/2026

I'm halfway through the course and have found it insightful, well-structured, and highly relevant for anyone looking to build data-driven HR capabilities, thanks.

By Valerie Jones on 4/23/2026

I learned a lot of detail about how to organize data to report on Metrics. I did not expect it to contain such a high level of Excel and Google Docs training.

By Pragya Dobhal on 3/20/2026

I have learned many news concepts from this course even in human resources google sheets plays important role i have learned many new formulas and basic about excel which will me in future.

By Allieson Joy Cano on 3/11/2026

For someone who's been in HR for a short span of time, this course is a good source of learnings and thanks for the resources provided!

By Nozipiwo Matshoba on 3/4/2026

It is good so far as I would like to learn more on what kind of data could I draw and use to help the organisation achieve optimum organisational health

By Dionne A. Williams on 1/27/2026

I struggled to find relevant practical cost effective courses that dived into the professional development areas of HR that I wanted to do. So far I am enjoying this course with the hopes of being able to use the practical skills in my career going forward.

By Carla Parra on 1/13/2026

This the first course I've taken on udemy and I'm happy about that. The instructor is very thorough and clear in his explanations. I'm hoping other courses are taught this way.

By Anonymized User on 10/30/2025

It was very insightful however this course is slightly too long and hard to remain engaged the entire time. I would like more videos that show you how to do something rather than showing a formula that ahs already been done.

By Jokha Al Maskari on 10/28/2025

I’ve taken several trainings on Udemy, but this is the first one where the instructor began by explaining how to use Udemy effectively as part of the introduction — something I found very helpful, as I learned several things I didn’t know before. The course also provided great insights into HR data and was very useful overall.

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HR & People Data and Analytics Fundamentals
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  • Video Duration: icon 3.1h
  • Price: $59.99
  • Provider: icon Udemy
  • Updated: icon August 2026
  • Level: Beginner Beginner
  • Language: icon English
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  • Lectures:65 in 9 sections
  • Practice:6 quizzes
  • Students:20,300
  • Subtitles:15 languages
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