Introduction

Talent acquisition is more than filling positions—it’s about building a workforce that aligns with an organization’s strategic objectives. This course equips HR professionals and recruiters with the tools and strategies to attract, assess, and secure top talent in a competitive market. Participants will explore advanced sourcing techniques, employer branding, data-driven decision-making, and how to align talent acquisition with long-term organizational goals.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the strategic role of talent acquisition in achieving business goals.
• Learn advanced techniques for sourcing and attracting top talent.
• Develop skills to create compelling employer branding initiatives.
• Gain insights into using data and technology for informed hiring decisions.
• Be equipped to build a sustainable talent pipeline and retention strategies.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• HR Professionals specializing in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Talent Acquisition Leaders aiming to optimize their strategies.
• Organizational Development Managers.
• Business Leaders focusing on workforce planning.
• Professionals transitioning into strategic recruitment roles.

Course Outline

Day 1: The Strategic Role of Talent Acquisition

• What is Strategic Talent Acquisition? Definitions and benefits
• Aligning Talent Acquisition with Business Strategy: Workforce planning and forecasting
• Building a Talent-Centric Organization: From attraction to retention
• Case Study: Successful strategic talent acquisition in leading companies

Day 2: Advanced Talent Sourcing and Attraction

• Developing a Multi-Channel Sourcing Strategy: Job boards, social media, and referrals
• Leveraging Technology for Sourcing: AI, analytics, and CRM platforms
• Building Relationships with Passive Candidates: Engaging talent before they apply
• Interactive Workshop: Designing a sourcing strategy for a specific role

Day 3: Employer Branding and Candidate Experience

• Crafting a Strong Employer Brand: Aligning with company culture and values
• Improving Candidate Experience: Streamlining applications and maintaining engagement
• Using Social Media for Employer Branding: Content strategies and metrics
• Practical Exercise: Developing a social media campaign to promote an employer brand

Day 4: Data-Driven Talent Acquisition

• Key Metrics for Recruitment Success: Time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, and cost-per-hire
• Using Analytics for Better Hiring Decisions: Predictive insights and talent mapping
• AI in Recruitment: Chatbots, resume parsing, and candidate assessments
• Interactive Workshop: Creating a dashboard to track talent acquisition metrics

Day 5: Building a Sustainable Talent Pipeline

• Developing a Talent Pool for Future Needs: Strategies for succession planning
• Engaging and Retaining Hires: Onboarding, development, and growth opportunities
• Adapting to Future Trends in Talent Acquisition: Hybrid work, gig economy, and global talent mobility
• Capstone Activity: Designing a comprehensive strategic talent acquisition plan for a simulated organization