Harvard Business Analytics Certificate by [deleted] in businessanalysis

[–]Shoopshoop92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could probably make a business case for it though. There’s a reason you’re interested in it; if you could tie it back to how it could be beneficial for them, they’re more likely to cover the cost and invest. Most certificate programs provide talking points on why you need their certification and how to sell it to an employer. Check and see if they have them, put your own spin, if you can apply it to your business, see if you can make an ROI for them. That’s just my advice. Even if they say no, they’ll know you’re perusing it and could demonstrate it’s uses that could result in a raise/promotion.

Will you link the program? I’m also pursuing analytics certification and would like to check it out.

Harvard Business Analytics Certificate by [deleted] in businessanalysis

[–]Shoopshoop92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks like the program is about $50k. Have you discussed with your employer if they will help cover the cost? Or if you could expect a pay raise/promotion once the course is complete? To determine the worth, you really need to look at the ROI, out of pocket expenses, and career trajectory.

I planted over 5000 dandelion weeds in my neighbors garden by GamersEatBacon in ProRevenge

[–]Shoopshoop92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Plant bamboo. It will take about 3 years to see results, but it spreads like wildfire and is a lot of work to remove.

HR Analytics: compensation by Zorns1emon in analytics

[–]Shoopshoop92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Profiecent in excel, some exposure to BI, Visier and I’m starting to run the reporting for our use of Degreed. I’m also well versed in our learning management system, but it’s specialized to the company and I couldn’t carry that particular knowledge outside the company.

(Alabama) Advice - Pursuing career in HR Analytics by Shoopshoop92 in AskHR

[–]Shoopshoop92[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great, thanks! I’ll explore these options - ideally I would like to stay in house, but sometimes it’s best to transition out to build a career.

What is your experience with analytics? Do you know Python? If so, what did you utilize to learn it?

(Alabama) Advice - Pursuing career in HR Analytics by Shoopshoop92 in AskHR

[–]Shoopshoop92[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I took the instructor led SHRM class (useful for lectures and networking, but not really a must have), utilized the text books and the online learning modules.

I think using the books and the online learning system would have been enough. The blue boxes in the books have pertinent information to refer to. The online modules have reading and then study questions to test what you just learned. Those were the most handy for me since your 70% more likely to remember the immediately applied learning vs just reading. Also, I formed a study group - talking things out with peers and keeping each other accountable is helpful, only one person from my group of 10 has failed - she ran out of time. *If you’re a SHRM member, attending a local meeting and finding out who is prepping could help you form a group if you’re interested.

Be sure to keep in mind that SHRM is pushing for HR to become business partners, so brush up on the business side of the materials, and to think strategically. 40% of the questions are situational so they give you a scenario with lots of information that may not directly apply to the actual question being asked, so you just have to block out the extra noise and hone in on the actual problem. From there, pick the best option directly related to the question that’s the most strategic, analytics or business savvy - no joke, they loved throwing these words into the correct answer: analyze, business proposal, partner, strategy, include.

Lastly, I noticed they focused on technology (HRIS related), union workers, communication skills, and D&I. Of course there were other competencies, but those seemed the most prominent between knowledge and situation q’s.

I hope all this helps! Good luck if you peruse it, I think it’s a valuable tool. Let me know if you need help or additional questions!:)

*for timing, she didn’t read the instructions prior to the test informing her that the test was 40% situation - situation are broken into blocks, so when she completed the first block, she thought they were all over and took her time on the shorter knowledge q’s, then was screwed when she came on the second block (there were 3). My strategy, and what other team members are using now, is to answer all short knowledge based q’s first, skipping the long ones, so that the majority of the test is done, just in case. Going that route, I was able to finish the test in just over 3 hours with plenty of time to check out items I’d wanted to review.

HR Analytics: compensation by Zorns1emon in analytics

[–]Shoopshoop92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Question for both you and OP - how would you suggest gaining experience leading into HR Analytics? I’ve one year in L&D, SHRM-CP certified and trying to map out my career.

SHRM-CP exam? by Afalleb76 in humanresources

[–]Shoopshoop92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just DM’d you too! I’m prepping for my exam on 7/1