Boost your HR efficiency with Excel! Master HR data analysis, payroll management, and workforce planning using advanced Excel tools in this hands-on training course.

Training on Microsoft Excel Skills for Human Resource (HR) Professionals

Course Overview

The Microsoft Excel Skills for Human Resource (HR) Professionals Course is designed to empower HR practitioners with essential Excel skills to streamline data management, reporting, and decision-making processes. This comprehensive training covers data analysis, HR metrics tracking, payroll management, and automation of HR functions using Excel. Through hands-on exercises and real-life HR scenarios, participants will develop practical proficiency in leveraging Excel to enhance workforce planning, employee performance tracking, and recruitment analytics.

Course Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

  • HR Managers and Executives

  • HR Analysts and Coordinators

  • Payroll and Compensation Specialists

  • Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Professionals

  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs

  • Any HR Professional seeking to enhance data management skills

Course Level: Intermediate

Course Objectives

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Master essential Excel functions for HR data management.

  • Create and manage HR databases efficiently.

  • Automate repetitive HR tasks using formulas and macros.

  • Perform advanced HR analytics using pivot tables and charts.

  • Generate insightful HR reports for decision-making.

  • Use Excel tools for payroll processing and benefits management.

  • Apply HR forecasting and trend analysis techniques.

  • Develop HR dashboards for real-time workforce monitoring.

Course Outline

Module 1: Excel Fundamentals for HR Professionals

  • Understanding Excel’s interface and key functions

  • Data entry, formatting, and validation techniques

  • Managing large HR datasets efficiently

  • Introduction to HR databases in Excel

  • Case Study: Organizing an employee database

Module 2: HR Data Analysis and Reporting

  • Using filters, sorting, and conditional formatting for HR insights

  • Advanced Excel formulas for HR calculations (LOOKUP, IF, INDEX-MATCH)

  • Employee turnover and retention rate calculations

  • Creating HR reports using pivot tables

  • Real-Life Project: Employee performance analysis

Module 3: Payroll and Compensation Management in Excel

  • Structuring payroll sheets and automating salary calculations

  • Working with tax, deductions, and benefits calculations

  • Using Excel templates for payroll processing

  • Tracking employee attendance and overtime

  • Case Study: Automating payroll management

Module 4: HR Forecasting and Workforce Planning

  • HR trend analysis using Excel statistical functions

  • Forecasting workforce needs using regression analysis

  • Identifying skills gaps with Excel-based assessments

  • Creating HR dashboards for workforce planning

  • Real-Life Project: Building a workforce analytics dashboard

Module 5: Automating HR Tasks and Advanced Excel Techniques

  • Introduction to macros for automating HR workflows

  • Using Power Query for HR data integration

  • Protecting sensitive HR data with security features

  • Best practices for HR data visualization

  • Final Project Presentation: Designing an HR automation system

Customized Training

This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.

Requirements

Participants need to be proficient in English.

Training Fee

The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.

Certification

A certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.

Payment

Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to [email protected].
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +254759708394

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Classroom Training Schedules


May 2025
Date Duration Venue Fee Enroll
5 May - 9 May 2025 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
12 May - 16 May 2025 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
19 May - 23 May 2025 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
26 May - 30 May 2025 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
5 May - 9 May 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register
12 May - 16 May 2025 5 days Kampala, Uganda USD 1,900 Register
19 May - 23 May 2025 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 3,500 Register
19 May - 23 May 2025 5 days Zanzibar, Tanzania USD 1,700 Register
26 May - 30 May 2025 5 days Pretoria, South Africa USD 2,300 Register
5 May - 9 May 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register
June 2025
Date Duration Venue Fee Enroll
2 Jun - 6 Jun 2025 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
2 Jun - 6 Jun 2025 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
9 Jun - 13 Jun 2025 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
16 Jun - 20 Jun 2025 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
23 Jun - 27 Jun 2025 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
2 Jun - 6 Jun 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register
9 Jun - 13 Jun 2025 5 days Kampala, Uganda USD 1,900 Register
16 Jun - 20 Jun 2025 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 3,500 Register
23 Jun - 27 Jun 2025 5 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 1,700 Register
30 Jun - 4 Jul 2025 5 days Pretoria, South Africa USD 2,300 Register
2 Jun - 6 Jun 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register

Online Training Schedules


March 2025
Date Duration Session Fee Enroll
17 Mar - 21 Mar 2025 5 days Full-day KES 55,000 | USD 550 Register
April 2025
Date Duration Session Fee Enroll
14 Apr - 18 Apr 2025 5 days Full-day KES 55,000 | USD 550 Register
For customized training dates or further enquiries, kindly contact us on +254759708394 or email us at [email protected].

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