Addressing the growing demand for analytical profiles in Human Resources, tech company Hrider is launching its first practical training program. The online Master's in Strategic People Analytics and Talent Intelligence, commencing on September 21st, has only 10 percent of its places remaining. Due to high interest, a second edition has been launched, starting in February 2027, with registration opening on October 5th.
The digital transformation of Human Resources departments has accelerated the need for professionals who can combine talent management, data analysis, and artificial intelligence. In response, the scaleup Hrider, specializing in Talent Intelligence and present in 32 countries, has established Hrider Academy as a new business line focused on specialized and practical training.
The company, headquartered at Málaga TechPark, has identified the need to train professionals, often from Humanities backgrounds, in practical aspects of mathematics, statistics, and data interpretation. With over a decade of experience analyzing organizational needs in talent measurement and development, Hrider observes an evolution towards profiles that blend people management competencies with analytical capabilities.
To lead this academic initiative, Jorge Reina, a psychologist specializing in organizations and talent management, has been appointed. Reina, the master's academic director, states that the program aims to bridge the gap between the analytical skills demanded by organizations and the current training of many HR professionals.
An international report indicates that 78% of HR professionals believe artificial intelligence and people metrics will be crucial for the future, with People Analytics and data analysis representing a significant skills gap in HR. The ability to interpret complex information and translate data into strategic decisions is increasingly sought after.
Rocío Valenzuela, Product Manager at Hrider, emphasizes that the people function is undergoing a transformation similar to other corporate areas driven by data analytics, requiring new professional competencies based on evidence and metrics.
The master's program, comprising 210 lecture hours, covers People Analytics, AI applied to HR, predictive analytics, organizational climate and culture measurement, strategic talent management, and data-driven decision-making. It is designed for both recent graduates and active professionals seeking specialization in advanced analytics for people management.
