Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent

Overview

“Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent” explores the importance of finding and cultivating talent that transforms your organization. Learn how strategic human capital management drives organizational success and empowers you to align talent management with company goals. Develop a comprehensive framework for leadership and management that fully leverages human capital, equipping you to navigate the complexities of modern HR. Gain valuable skills in identifying and growing talent through proven human resources frameworks, and understand how to leverage these skills throughout your organization’s strategy execution. In addition to building your talent acquisition skills, this course explores the role of technology, including AI and people analytics, in evolving HR practices. Gain insights into using these innovations to enhance decision-making and strategic planning. By engaging with these topics, you'll understand how to assess and implement strategies that align with your organization's broader objectives. This is the second course in “Extraordinary Human Capital Management,” a course series for human resource professionals interested in advancing their skills to align with organizational and employee needs.

Syllabus

Module 1: Strategic HCM & Talent, Part 1

This module deepens your understanding of how work gets done through teams and highlights the importance of team dynamics in achieving organizational goals. You will learn how to connect human capital management processes and systems to the unique needs of the non-profit sector while determining the best team members by balancing attitude and skills. The module extends the HCM/HR framework to encompass both non-profit and for-profit organizations, allowing for a broader application of best practices. Additionally, you will explore exemplary team experiences and practices while learning advanced change management techniques from an expert in the field. True Strategic HR is elevating HR and HCM to the highest levels by merging organization goals with the processes and systems relative to the people. If you take care of the people, they will take care of the company and move the strategic goals forward.

Module 2: Strategic HCM & Talent, Part 2

This module builds on Talent Management within the broader context of Strategic HR and Human Capital Management (HCM), emphasizing its continued importance. You’ll develop a growth mindset and learn techniques for staying calm in a crisis, including the Calm Framework. The module also introduces you to Global HR/HCM practices, helping you understand the impact of cultural differences on HR strategies. You’ll revisit the core beliefs and values that guide decision-making in times of crisis, while also refreshing your knowledge of the A3E2 Framework to ensure a well-rounded approach to strategic HR.