Online Class: Talent Management for Business

This course will help you better understand talent management techniques and how to use them in a profitable way.

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  • 10
    Lessons
  • 11
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 313
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Talent Management: Transforming Human Capital into Business Success

In today's hyper-competitive global market, the true differentiator between companies that thrive and those that merely survive is often their most invaluable asset: human capital. Enter "Talent Management", a contemporary business philosophy tailor-made to harness, cultivate, and optimize this very asset, ensuring organizations are primed to flourish.

This comprehensive course transcends traditional notions of talent management. It delves deep into the strategic significance of managing talent, setting the stage for the success and growth of any enterprise, regardless of size or industry. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur establishing a start-up or helming a multinational conglomerate, this course is meticulously designed to ensure you master the essence and intricacies of talent management.

Course Highlights:

  1. Understanding Talent Management: Trace the evolution of this transformative philosophy from its inception in a 1997 study by McKinsey and Company to its current status as an indispensable component of strategic business management. We demystify the jargon and provide clarity, allowing you to grasp and utilize this potent tool with dexterity.

  2. Beyond HR: While Talent Management and HR often walk hand in hand, this course accentuates the broader spectrum of talent management. From succession planning, high potential management, holistic development strategies, to performance assessments, we delve into the crux of strategic, long-term talent initiatives.

  3. The Holistic Approach: Learn why focusing solely on talent acquisition is just scratching the surface. We explore the roadmap for not only attracting premier talent but also nurturing, developing, and retaining them, ensuring they contribute to the organization's vision and mission effectively.

  4. Performance Management & Beyond: Understand the multidimensional nature of talent management. While performance management forms its core, the course sheds light on myriad imperative functions that encapsulate this holistic philosophy.

  5. Real-world Relevance: Benefit from concrete examples, contemporary language, and relevant scenarios. The curriculum is designed with a practical orientation, ensuring you can readily apply your learning in the real business world.

  6. Current Perspectives: Especially in these turbulent economic times, recognize the pivotal role that sound talent management plays in securing business success, safeguarding companies from unforeseen challenges and ensuring sustained growth.

The realm of business is replete with buzzwords and fleeting trends. But amidst this sea of transient concepts, talent management has stood its ground, reinforcing its significance in modern business paradigms. This isn't just another management fad; it's a pivotal philosophy that's shaping the future of businesses worldwide.

Join us in this enlightening journey as we dissect, explore, and master the art of talent management. Together, we'll lay the foundation for turning human capital into a relentless force propelling your business to unparalleled heights. Transform your talent strategy, and watch your business success soar!

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.3 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(313 votes)

Lesson 1. Introduction

11 Points
Talent management is the understanding and anticipation of sufficient human capital and the development and planning to fulfill those human capital needs.
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. Basics and Process

9 Points
The key difference between talent management and general Human Resource management is acting with an eye on the big picture and the long term plans of the business.
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. Planning

9 Points
While every step in the talent management process is important, planning is absolutely the most critical period, as it will determine the types of talent you hire as well as your overall goals and strategies for long term business success.
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. Searching for Talent

9 Points
Assuming that your business is ready to begin the process of acquiring talent, there are a number of things you should consider during this process.
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Hiring Talent

10 Points
Unless you are the only person who has a management role in your company at this time, other people are going to feel the effects of whomever you choose to hire.
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Onboarding

10 Points
Through the process of onboarding, you will help new talent find their place in the company, both in terms of job responsibilities as well as within organizational culture.
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. Developing Talent

10 Points
Talent development is a series of processes designed to grow and extract top notch talent within your leadership team.
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Performance Management

10 Points
Essentially, performance management looks at the ways to best manage and direct behavior and results (which are critical elements of performance) to achieve goals.
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. Talent Retention and Succession Planning

10 Points
Although you cannot always control the decisions made by your staff, and there are many legitimate reasons a member of your talent may have to leave, there are also things you can do to help improve your talent retention.
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. Current Application of Talent Management

10 Points
Talent management has gained traction at an increased rate during the recession as more and more companies have had to cut back on numbers of staff and refocus on more qualified or talented staff.
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
98
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define what talent management is and why it is critical for the success of any business.
  • Identify the planning stages of talent management.
  • Describe the processes for searching and recognizing talent.
  • Summarize the processes for hiring talent.
  • Describe ways to develop and improve talent on your team.
  • Describe the processes behind performance management, talent retention, and succession planning.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Talent Management for Business
Course Number: 8900259
Lessons Rating: 4.3 / 5 Stars (313 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: December 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: John Chouinard
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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  • "As always, enjoyed taking one of your courses! Learned a lot and I am eager to apply this new knowledge in order to help my clients! Thank you." -- Brian T.
  • "This course is excellent for those looking for insight on building and maintaining a team of professionals or just broadening their horizons or outlook on the whole process." -- Heather V.

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