Measuring HR Metrics

Metrics There are many different metrics to select from, and the formulas can vary. It’s
important to use a consistent formula when benchmarking HR practices. Here are the
typical metrics used for measuring the HR value:

• Absence rate
• Applicant yield
• Cost per hire
• Human capital ROI
• Human capital value added
• Key talent retention
• Promotion pattern
• Success ratio
• Training ROI
• Transfer/relocation
• Turnover costs
• Turnover rate
• Vacancy costs

 

 

Sharam Kohan
Sharam Kohan

Sharam Kohan is an organizational leadership professional with experience spanning employment law, human resources, and public service. He is currently an LL.M. degree candidate at UC Berkeley School of Law and previously served on Alameda County’s Human Relations Commission, advancing equity-focused community initiatives. He holds an Employment Law specialization from Temple University School of Law and is SHRM-certified.

Sharam is also a writer whose work explores the intersection of law and philosophy, including Judgment, a Priori Itself and Sartre’s Conception of Freedom. He comments on organizational dynamics and social issues, and supports Bay Area community organizations through philanthropy and volunteer service.

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