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"The structure, the practice exams, the instructor — all top tier. Passed first try."
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Aarti SharmaSenior Project Manager · TCS
— The journey
Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to Talent Acquisition
- Talent acquisition fundamentals
- Recruitment vs talent acquisition
- Recruitment lifecycle
- Strategic talent acquisition
- Roles and responsibilities
- Modern hiring trends
Module 2: Recruitment Strategy and Planning
- Recruitment objectives
- Understanding business requirements
- Hiring priorities
- Recruitment planning
- Resource requirements
- Recruitment timelines
Module 3: Workforce and Hiring Needs Analysis
- Workforce requirements
- Headcount planning
- Vacancy identification
- Skills requirements
- Hiring demand
- Prioritising vacancies
Module 4: Job Analysis
- Job analysis concepts
- Job responsibilities
- Required skills
- Knowledge requirements
- Experience requirements
- Role profiling
Module 5: Job Descriptions and Candidate Profiles
- Job description structure
- Roles and responsibilities
- Candidate requirements
- Skills and competencies
- Candidate personas
- Writing effective job descriptions
Module 6: Candidate Sourcing
- Candidate sourcing fundamentals
- Internal sourcing
- External sourcing
- Job portals
- Professional networks
- Employee referrals
Module 7: Digital and Social Recruiting
- Social recruiting
- Professional networking platforms
- Digital recruitment channels
- Recruitment campaigns
- Candidate engagement
- Online talent communities
Module 8: Employer Branding
- Employer brand fundamentals
- Employer value proposition
- Workplace reputation
- Employee stories
- Recruitment messaging
- Talent attraction
Module 9: Candidate Screening
- Application screening
- CV and résumé evaluation
- Minimum requirements
- Candidate shortlisting
- Screening criteria
- Screening consistency
Module 10: Initial Candidate Assessment
- Screening conversations
- Candidate motivation
- Experience assessment
- Skills evaluation
- Availability considerations
- Candidate suitability
Module 11: Interview Planning
- Interview objectives
- Interview formats
- Interview structure
- Interview panels
- Question preparation
- Candidate evaluation criteria
Module 12: Effective Interviewing Skills
- Interview communication
- Open-ended questions
- Probing questions
- Active listening
- Note-taking
- Candidate evaluation
Module 13: Competency-Based Interviewing
- Competency frameworks
- Behavioural questions
- STAR technique
- Evidence-based responses
- Competency assessment
- Interview scoring
Module 14: Candidate Assessment and Selection
- Assessment methods
- Skills assessments
- Candidate comparisons
- Selection criteria
- Evaluation matrices
- Selection decisions
Module 15: Candidate Experience
- Candidate journey
- Communication touchpoints
- Application experience
- Interview experience
- Candidate feedback
- Experience improvement
Module 16: Offer Management
- Offer process
- Offer preparation
- Candidate communication
- Offer discussions
- Managing candidate expectations
- Offer acceptance
Module 17: Pre-Boarding and Onboarding Handover
- Pre-boarding communication
- Candidate documentation
- Joining preparation
- Internal coordination
- Hiring manager handover
- Onboarding transition
Module 18: Talent Pipeline Management
- Talent pipeline concepts
- Candidate databases
- Talent pools
- Candidate segmentation
- Relationship management
- Future hiring needs
Module 19: Recruitment Technology
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Candidate Relationship Management tools
- Recruitment automation
- Interview scheduling tools
- Digital assessments
- Recruitment technology integration
Module 20: Recruitment Metrics and Analytics
- Time to hire
- Time to fill
- Cost per hire
- Source effectiveness
- Offer acceptance rate
- Recruitment funnel analysis
Module 21: AI in Talent Acquisition
- AI-supported sourcing
- AI-assisted screening
- Recruitment chatbots
- Candidate matching
- Generative AI for recruitment
- Responsible AI usage
Module 22: Building an Effective Talent Acquisition Strategy
- Reviewing hiring requirements
- Selecting sourcing channels
- Strengthening employer branding
- Improving selection processes
- Defining recruitment metrics
- Continuous recruitment improvement
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Who it's for
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
What's included
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
What's included
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Who it's for
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
What's included
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device