Live online course
“Want to see thunderstorms before they hit?”. This module is one out of 8 modules in our “Preparing HR for the new normal” program and can be taken independently or as part of the full program.
This module gives you the power to predict trends and simulate outcome without the need to be a data scientist. You will learn to read the warning signs, prepare reliable data insights and take pressure-test decisions. Become a trusted data expert and explain forecasts in a way to achieve full buy-in from business leaders and top executives.
Forecasts and simulations are becoming essential in HR, but often misunderstood or misused.
This module shows you how to use prediction and simulation responsibly — without needing to be a data scientist. You will learn to distinguish real forecasts from simple trend extrapolations, run “what-if” scenarios with adjustable assumptions, and communicate uncertainty in ways managers understand. You will also practice linking scenarios directly to P&L drivers and providing finance-grade insights for planning and strategy.
The result: HR gains credibility as a forward-looking partner who brings foresight into business planning.
To achieve the full value, we recommend after completing the basic modules A, B and C looking at module D, E and F to get to the next level.
Content Module E – Predict & Simulate
Each of the modules has its own agenda, value and main purpose and can be taken all together or individually when needed. To achieve the full value, we recommend after completing the basic modules A, B and C looking at module D, E and F to get to the next level. Each module consists of input, toolbox company cases and group work. In each group work there will be one of our coaches ready to guide the group of 2-3 participants while working.
Each module stands for itself and can if preferred be taken independently from the other modules and consists of “how to” input, toolboxes, cases work done in small group sessions.
During the group work there will be one of our coaches ready to guide you when needed. Finally, you will work individually on your specific company case with a one-to-one coaching at the end.
The modules are performed as live online courses and are kept short but efficient – to allow it to fit into your working agenda.
Value
- Move from hindsight to foresight: anticipate risks before issues erupt
- Understand what forecasts and simulations are — and how HR can use them
- Spot the limits and pitfalls of predictions to avoid false certainty
- Run “what-if” scenarios that link people data directly to business outcomes
- Translate technical terms (e.g., sensitivity analysis, confidence interval) into clear management language
- Provide finance-grade inputs for workforce plans, budgets, and strategy rounds
- Elevate HR credibility as a proactive, forward-looking business partner
Content
- Compare forecasts vs. simple extrapolations
- Build scenarios with adjustable assumptions
- Run sensitivity analyses on cost and turnover
- Link results to P&L drivers in case work
- Communicate uncertainty with confidence bands
The future of HR
- Condensed relevant content: Even if motivated to learn about digital HR, you can spend thousands of hours clicking through websites, buzzword loaded YouTube videos and “free” webinars without achieving any new skills. Our three modules are based on what clients have evaluated highly in years of conducting research. 21st century HR, in a nutshell.
- Effective format: Migrating HR’s people expertise into the digital age is not just an intellectual step but requires a change in approach and, in some cases, stepping out of an individuals’ comfort zone. The three face-to-face modules delivered by experienced practitioners leverage the personal presence and peer-learning. They provide insights as well as engaging and interactive motivation.
- Future proof: Data-driven HR is here to stay – and the chances are, you don’t want to (and can’t) completely change your career within HR. Therefore, upskilling is the best way to be future proof. The three modules described above equip you with the knowledge and the confidence to succeed in the new data-driven world – without confusing and frustrating people with fuzzy buzzwords and unnecessary details.
- Define your (HR’s) turf in the data-driven world: HR is not necessarily the first thing you think of regarding digital leadership in the organisation. Being part of a team that showcases the power of data-driven people management in everyday practice stops any questions, at C- level, about HR’s relevance.
- Define expectations and the way forward: Many seasoned HR professionals are torn between the panic that they will never master data-related skills and the hope that it will somehow bypass them. Neither option provides a solid foundation for a high performing HR team to combine forces with new digital-savvy colleagues. Our three modules offer the essentials you need for a data-driven HR.
Coaching & sparring
There will be plenty of coaching resources while building your skills working on specific anonymized cases from companies around the world. In each module you will immediately get guidance and feedback from peers working with you in small groups and from our experienced trainers and facilitators.
Furthermore, our one-to-one coaching on your personal company case will ensure that you bring immediate value to yourself and for your company. Via the intensive coaching for tangible results, we raise your confidence of working data-driven and accelerate the ability to apply this in practice.
Participants & profile
No matter if your current role is working in HR as executives, managers, business partners, HR professionals, HR generalists, HR specialists, HR experts, COE professionals, analysts, recruiters, talent managers and service professionals you will benefit from participating.
During this up-skilling program all the participants will have an active role in groupwork. There will be homework and time in between the modules to prepare and reflect on the content.
Our tutors & coaches
Our courses are facilitated by international trainers and coaches with proven impact in HR, coaching, management consulting and blended learning.
