Overview of Certified Talent  Management Practitioner Programme

In today’s rapidly evolving and competitive landscape, organisations need to develop strategic responses to change. The traditional centralized rational strategic planning processes often fail due to their inability to quickly respond to new developments and actions. This programme is designed to equip participants with a framework to consciously design an appropriate approach to the strategic change process. Armed with this knowledge, participants will develop and implement the strategies for effective strategic change. 

This intensive 5-day Certified Talent Management Practitioner Programme is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of talent management principles and practices. It offers a framework for consciously designing an appropriate approach to the strategic change process. Grounded in contemporary research and best practices, the program covers the full talent lifecycle, from talent acquisition and onboarding to development, performance management, and succession planning. Participants will gain practical skills and knowledge to drive organisational performance through effective talent management strategies. 

Objectives 

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to: 

  • Understand the strategic importance of talent management in driving organisational success. 
  • Apply a maturity model of strategy formation for transformational strategic change based on learning. 
  • Implement effective talent acquisition, onboarding, and development strategies. 
  • Design and implement performance management systems that drive employee engagement and productivity. 
  • Identify and develop high-potential employees and create robust succession plans. 
  • Align talent management practices with organisational goals and objectives. 
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of talent management programs and initiatives. 
  • Implement strategies for dealing with the increasing uncertainty. 

Take-away Values

Strategic Alignment

Participants will learn to align talent management practices directly with organisational goals, ensuring that talent initiatives contribute to overall business success.

Full Lifecycle Mastery

The programme offers comprehensive coverage of the entire talent lifecycle, equipping participants with the skills to manage talent effectively from acquisition through development and beyond.

Change Leadership

Participants will gain a framework to consciously design an appropriate approach to the strategic change process

Practical Implementation

Participants will develop practical, hands-on skills in key areas like talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement, enabling them to implement effective strategies immediately.

Future-Proofing

The programme provides insights into the future of talent management, ensuring participants are equipped to adapt to evolving technologies, trends, and structural changes in the workplace.

Target Participants

Human Resources professionals 

Talent Management specialists 

Learning and Development professionals 

Managers and leaders with talent management responsibilities

Organisational development consultants 

Anyone seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in talent management

Programme Contents

Day 1: Foundations of Talent Management

  • Defining talent management and its strategic importance 
  • The talent management lifecycle 
  • Trends and challenges in talent management 
  • Linking talent management to organisational strategy 
  • Conducting a talent audit 
  • Forecasting talent needs
  • Exploration of the maturity model to address structural flexibility and learning aspects of change 
  • Understanding the roles of management and staff in the change process. 
  • Addressing the structural flexibility and learning aspects of change. 

Day 2: Talent Acquisition and Onboarding 

  • Employer branding and recruitment marketing 
  • Sourcing and attracting top talent 
  • Effective selection methods
  • Creating a positive onboarding experience 
  • Accelerating time-to-productivity 
  • Measuring onboarding effectiveness 
  • Identifying learning needs and skill gaps 
  • Designing and delivering effective training programs 
  • Leveraging technology for learning 

Day 3: Talent Development and Learning

  • Creating career paths and development opportunities 
  • Implementing mentoring programs 
  • Succession planning 
  • Setting performance goals and expectations 
  • Providing feedback and coaching 
  • Conducting performance appraisals 
  • Understanding the drivers of employee engagement 
  • Creating a culture of engagement 
  • Implementing retention strategies 

Day 4: Performance Management and Engagement

  • Developing leadership skills 
  • Leading strategic innovation. 
  • Measuring the impact of talent management programs 
  • Using data to drive decision-making 
  • Continuous improvement of talent management practices 
  • Flexibility and changeability in structure 
  • Evolving technologies and trends

Day 5 – Final Program Assessment and Certification 

MCQs consist of questions or statements, followed by several possible answers. Participants must select the correct one. This format is efficient for assessing quick recall of facts, understanding of concepts, and ability to process information. 

Essay assessments require learners to write a structured response to a question, prompt, or topic. Essays assess the ability to articulate ideas, apply concepts, and construct coherent arguments. 

In role-playing assessments, learners act out scenarios that mirror real-life situations relevant to their vocational field. This method evaluates communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and practical application of skills in context.

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