Introduction to People Data, Dashboards and KPIs
FREE02 – People Professional Technologies
This CIPD Level 0 video on Introduction to People Data, Dashboards and KPIs forms part of the FREE02 – People Professional Technologies unit and directly addresses assessment criteria AC 3.1 on using people data and analytics to support decision-making. The video explores how HR professionals can leverage dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) across critical areas including turnover, absence, engagement, performance, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and pay metrics to inform workforce planning strategies. It examines the importance of triangulating quantitative data with qualitative insight and distinguishing between correlation and causation when interpreting analytics. By watching this video, CIPD students will gain practical knowledge of how to translate people data into actionable business insights that drive strategic HR decisions.
Assessment Criteria 3.1
Explain how people data and analytics can be used to support decision-making.
Indicative Content
To include: dashboards and KPIs; turnover, absence, engagement, performance, DEI, pay metrics; workforce planning; triangulating data with qualitative insight; correlation vs causation.
What You'll Learn
Video covering: Introduction to People Data, Dashboards and KPIs
About FREE02 – People Professional Technologies
To develop learners’ understanding of key technologies used in people practice, how to select and use them responsibly, and how they can improve people insights, efficiency and employee experience.
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