Recognizing, Empowering, and Certifying HCM Excellence around the world since 1993

Our research, data, and insights fuel the best minds in Human Capital Management to help them create future-proof learning, talent, and HR strategy for the new era of work

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There’s no question of HCM becoming more data-driven and savvy with AI-enabled technologies. But true HCM Excellence brings order from chaos and clarity from confusion. This research charts a course for HR to unite workforces for a successful future." – Mike Cooke, Brandon Hall Group CEO

Find Your Excellence

When it comes to Human Capital Management, one size does not fit all. We produce three pieces of HCM content everyday, in a variety of formats, but how we apply those insights is up to you.

Membership

Subscribe to Brandon Hall Group’s network of research, business cases, data, and insights. Specifically designed for Learning, Talent, and HR professionals who want to optimize their organizations processes and maximize their team’s impact on the business. Available for corporate organizations and individuals, or HCM technology companies.

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Certifications

Enhance your career with one of our six certifications that focuses on the learning journey where the exam taker feels they have acquired new competencies and skills that can be applied in their organization. Available for L&D, Leadership Development, Talent Management, DE&I, Human Resources, and Talent Acquisition.

Certifications we offer

CTAS designation

Certified Talent Acquisition Strategist (CTA)®

Three-phase program

CLDS designation

Certified Leadership Development Strategist (CLDS)®

Three-phase program

CTMS designation

Certified Talent Management Strategist (CTAS)®

Three-phase program

CHRS designation

Certified Human Resources Strategist (CHRS)®

Three-phase program

CDEIL designation

Certified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader (CDEIL)®

Three-phase program

CLS designation

Certified Learning Strategist (CLS)®

Three-phase program

Awards

The Excellence Awards feature two annual programs that recognize the best organizations that have successfully deployed programs, strategies, modalities, processes, systems, and tools that have achieved measurable results. The awards attract entrants from leading corporations around the world, as well as mid-market and smaller firms.

HCM Excellence

Spring Program

Announcements: 08.22.24

The HCM Excellence Awards® recognize top organizations that successfully deployed programs, strategies, modalities, processes, systems, and tools that achieved superior and measurable results in Human Capital Management. Solution Provider wanting to participate must enter with their corporate client.

Technology

Fall Program

Opened 04.22.2024

Deadline 09.13.2024

The Excellence in Technology showcase ways their Human Capital Management Technology (that they developed or implemented) has measurably benefited an organization. Solution Providers and Corporate are encouraged to enter together or separately.

Education Technology

Fall Program

Opened 04.22.2024

Deadline 09.13.2024

Our education audience now has a dedicated category in the Technology Awards to submit and be reviewed by your peers. Searching for EdTech companies, K-12, colleges/universities, and executive business schools.

Excellence in Action

Fall Program

Deadline 05.31.2024

Empower your workforce and amplify employee voices with Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Action

Events

The HCM Excellence Conference takes place at the beginning of each year and runs multiple tracks across human capital management. The DE&I Conference, held over the summer focuses on how Learning, Talent, and HR professionals create strategies to better support today’s diverse workforce.

Our conferences

Annual HCM Excellence Conference

Brandon Hall Group is famous for its actionable Human Capital Management research. Our annual HCM Excellence Conference delivers the same experience through a 3-day event with leading practices from award-winning organizations along with checklists, self-assessments, models, frameworks, and other tools that you can use to convert insights into measurable benefits for your organization.

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Brandon Hall Group™ launches a pulse survey titled "Learning as a Retention Tool" to explore how organizations use learning and development strategies for employee retention. The survey aims to gather insights on innovative approaches to
This September, Brandon Hall Group's team of expert analysts and researchers has produced an unparalleled collection of 155 unique pieces of content.
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Recent posts

This blog, based on a Brandon Hall Group™ analyst briefing, focuses on Claro Analytics, a leading labor market intelligence platform that provides talent acquisition.
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An analyst briefing with Brandon Hall Group™ reveals HiBob's comprehensive suite of solutions that includes core HR, culture, HR automation, DEI&B, pay transparency, strategic hiring and integrations.
As an analyst and researcher at Brandon Hall Group™, I’ve seen my fair share of learning technologies. But when I experienced first-hand Abilitie’s AI Cases, I realized I was witnessing a significant step forward in leadership development tools.
This blog, based on a Brandon Hall Group™ analyst briefing, explores Bright’s cloud-based platform, highlighting how it empowers organizations to move beyond traditional L&D methods and create a dynamic learning environment that drives measurable results.

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If organizations don’t offer customer training, it’s often because they struggle with the technology requirements. They often simply need a content distribution solution from an expert, like Rustici Software, which offers guidance and tools to
Brandon Hall Group's extensive research library offers a wealth of information on topics ranging from leadership development to performance management.
Zenger Folkman is a leadership development company with a proven approach to building high-performing leaders and teams. Their data-driven solutions empower individuals to leverage their strengths and embrace continuous learning. This blog, based on a

Recent posts

Brandon Hall Group™ launches a pulse survey titled "Learning as a Retention Tool" to explore how organizations use learning and development strategies for employee retention. The survey aims to gather insights on innovative approaches to reskilling, creating a learning culture, and measuring learning impact. Participants can win prizes and receive exclusive benefits, including complimentary memberships and discounts.
This September, Brandon Hall Group's team of expert analysts and researchers has produced an unparalleled collection of 155 unique pieces of content.
This blog, based on a Kineo briefing with Brandon Hall Group™, dives into Kineo’s services as a provider of digital learning content and platforms.
This blog, based on a Brandon Hall Group™ analyst briefing, focuses on Claro Analytics, a leading labor market intelligence platform that provides talent acquisition.
This Brandon Hall Group™ analyst briefing blog looks at Vantage Circle’s platform, which includes a variety of features, such as rewards, recognition and wellness programs, that can help to improve employee morale, motivation and performance.

Complimentary Webinars on the latest HCM trends and best practices. Participate live or view them on-demand.

Join us for an engaging roundtable on Impact Driven Training. We’ll explore the benefits of using business metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to enhance corporate and extended enterprise training initiatives.
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Upskilling has become critical for organizational success in an era of rapid technological change. However, recent Brandon Hall Group research reveals that only 12% of organizations believe their current approach to upskilling is highly effective.
In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace, how can professionals and organizations ensure they remain relevant and competitive?

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Selling in the ‘Elimination Market’: Everything You Need To Know About the New HCM Solution Selection Process
In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace, how can professionals and organizations ensure they remain relevant and competitive?
Join Brandon Hall Group and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC for an insightful webinar on creating a robust coaching and mentoring culture in your organization.
Are you struggling with longer sales cycles, lower win rates, and difficulty standing out in the crowded HCM market? The root cause might surprise you: your buyers have fundamentally changed their approach, and they’re actively trying to exclude you from consideration.
Join Brandon Hall Group and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC for an insightful webinar on creating a robust coaching and mentoring culture in your organization.
Are you struggling with longer sales cycles, lower win rates, and difficulty standing out in the crowded HCM market? The root cause might surprise you: your buyers have fundamentally changed their approach, and they’re actively trying to exclude you from consideration.

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