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Leverage HRIS Data

This course is part of People Data Foundations: Metrics & Visualization Specialization

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand how an HRIS captures employee-lifecycle data.
Enter mock employee records into an HRIS sandbox and generate a headcount report.
Analyze HRIS findings to document insights using AI-assisted communication.

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This course is part of the People Data Foundations: Metrics & Visualization Specialization

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There are 2 modules in this course

Is your HRIS a source of truth or a source of confusion? You'll apply how an HRIS captures, stores, and updates employee data across the hire-to-exit lifecycle. You'll enter mock employee records into a simulation template, generate headcount-by-department reports, and export results to CSV. Using AI tools like ChatGPT, you'll document technical HRIS outputs into plain-language summaries for stakeholders—and learn to verify AI accuracy against your actual data. Through realistic role plays where you explain HRIS concepts to frustrated managers and coach dialogues where you troubleshoot data discrepancies, you'll develop the foundational skills needed for any HR technology role.

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In this module, you'll apply your understanding of why HRIS data quality matters and what happens when lifecycle data is captured incorrectly. Through a discovery role play, you'll uncover knowledge gaps, then build foundational understanding of how an HRIS captures, stores, and updates employee data from hire to exit.

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In this module, you'll move from data entry to generating actionable reports. You'll apply techniques to run a headcount-by-department report, export results to CSV, and document your findings using AI-assisted communication—while verifying that AI outputs accurately reflect your actual data.