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Introduction
Course overview
Course Introduction
In today's highly competitive business world, attracting and retaining the right talent is essential for long-term organizational success. This Talent Acquisition and Retention training course offers participants a thorough understanding of strategic techniques for acquiring and retaining top talent. It provides tools to attract the best candidates, align talent acquisition with business goals, and implement effective retention strategies. Participants will also discover innovative methods to foster a high-performance culture that boosts employee engagement and minimizes turnover.
Training Objectives
By the end of this Talent Acquisition and Retention training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the strategic significance of talent acquisition and retention
Align talent acquisition efforts with business objectives
Develop robust recruitment and selection processes
Implement best practices in employer branding and candidate experience
Use data analytics to improve talent management strategies
Create retention programs that encourage long-term employee commitment
Tackle challenges in retaining top talent in a rapidly evolving business environment
Training Methodology
This Talent Acquisition and Retention training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
Who should Attend?
This Talent Acquisition and Retention training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will be especially beneficial for:
HR professionals and managers involved in recruitment and talent management
Talent acquisition specialists
Line managers responsible for hiring and retaining employees
Senior leaders engaged in organizational strategy and workforce plannin
Professionals seeking to enhance their talent acquisition and retention strategies
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Introduction to Strategic Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Overview of the talent acquisition and retention landscape
- The role of talent acquisition in organizational success
- Aligning talent strategy with business objectives
- Coffee break
- Aligning talent strategy with business objectives (continued)
- Key challenges in talent acquisition and retention
- Employer branding: Attracting the right talent
Day 2
Talent Acquisition Strategies and Techniques
- Defining your recruitment goals
- Developing effective job descriptions and requirements
- Recruitment channels: Traditional vs. digital strategies
- Coffee break
- Recruitment channels: Traditional vs. digital strategies (continued)
- Candidate experience: Creating a seamless recruitment process
- Leveraging social media and AI in talent acquisition
- Building a talent pipeline for the future
Day 3
Selection and Onboarding for Long-Term Success
- Best practices for screening and selecting candidates
- Conducting structured interviews and assessments
- Evaluating candidates through skills testing and behavioral interviews
- Onboarding: Ensuring a smooth transition for new hires
- Coffee break
- Onboarding: Ensuring a smooth transition for new hires (continued)
- The role of onboarding in employee retention
- Designing an engaging and effective onboarding program
Day 4
Data-Driven Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Using data and analytics to improve talent acquisition
- Metrics for measuring recruitment success
- Predictive analytics in retention strategies
- Coffee break
- Predictive analytics in retention strategies (continued)
- Employee engagement and satisfaction surveys
- Implementing performance metrics to track retention
Day 5
Retention Strategies and Building a High-Performance Culture
- Understanding employee motivations and turnover triggers
- Developing comprehensive retention programs
- Creating a culture of engagement and recognition
- Coffee break
- Creating a culture of engagement and recognition (continued)
- Compensation and benefits strategies to retain talent
- Leadership’s role in talent retention
- Case studies on successful talent retention programs
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Talent Acquisition and Retention (HRT-013) cover?
This course covers Human Resources and Training through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 16 - 20 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Munich, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Rome, Paris.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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