Talent acquisition and onboarding are critical processes that directly impact organizational performance and employee retention. This course examines these functions through an analytical lens, focusing on how talent acquisition aligns with broader business strategies such as workforce planning and diversity initiatives.
Participants will explore the operational, financial, and strategic dimensions of talent acquisition, from forecasting hiring needs to managing budgets and evaluating performance.
Key topics include the role of onboarding in fostering employee integration, the use of technology and tools like Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and methods for measuring the return on investment (ROI) in recruitment. The course also highlights best practices for creating structured onboarding programs that support new hires’ transition and improve long-term retention.
With a focus on continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making, this course equips professionals with the tools to optimize talent acquisition processes in dynamic organizational environments.
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Understand the key responsibilities of a Talent Acquisition (TA) and Onboarding Manager and his/ her role in achieving organizational success.
- Establish talent acquisition strategies that align with organizational goals and workplace planning.
- Improve employer branding across different channels and promote diversity in the workplace to attract top talent
- Optimize the operational process of talent acquisition, including talent sourcing, recruitment strategies, and conducting interviews
- Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools to streamline the hiring process.
- Create and manage recruitment budgets to increase return on investment.
- Evaluate and measure the performance of recruitment and collect stakeholder and employee feedback to identify areas for improvement.
This course is ideal for HR professionals and leaders involved in talent acquisition and onboarding who wish to refine their skills and strategies. It is best suited for:
- Talent Acquisition Managers
- Recruitment Specialists/ Recruiters
- HR Managers and HR Business Partners
- On-Boarding Managers and Coordinators
- HR Directors
- Learning and Development Professionals
- Operations Managers
- HR Consultants