Human Resource Planning, Recruitment and Selection Skills Programme (HRPRSS)

1. Introduction

The Human Resource Planning, Recruitment, and Selection Skills Programme is designed to equip HR professionals, managers, and organizational leaders with the knowledge and skills required to attract, select, and retain the best talent.

Effective recruitment and selection are critical for organizational success. This programme focuses on strategic HR planning, workforce forecasting, competency-based recruitment, structured selection processes, and legal and ethical considerations, enabling participants to align human capital with organizational objectives.

Participants will develop practical skills in job analysis, candidate sourcing, interview techniques, assessment methods, and onboarding strategies, ensuring organizations can attract, retain, and engage high-performing employees.

2. Course Objectives

The programme aims to:

• Develop participants’ understanding of human resource planning and workforce forecasting.
• Equip participants with skills to design and implement effective recruitment strategies.
• Enhance capabilities in selection methods, assessment tools, and interview techniques.
• Promote knowledge of legal, ethical, and organizational considerations in recruitment.
• Foster strategic thinking in talent acquisition and workforce planning.
• Enable participants to create structured recruitment and selection processes aligned with organizational goals.

3. Target Group

This programme is suitable for:

• HR Managers and Officers
• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Specialists
• Department Heads and Team Leaders
• Organizational Development and Training Professionals
• HR Consultants and Advisors
• Professionals responsible for workforce planning, staffing, and talent management

4. Course Duration

• Total Duration: 4 – 6 weeks (flexible for working professionals)
• Contact Hours: 150 – 180 hours
• Mode of Delivery: Classroom, Online, or Blended Learning
• Assessment: Individual assignments, case studies, group projects, practical exercises, and a final capstone project

5. Training Methodology

The programme employs a practical, interactive, and application-focused methodology, including:

• Interactive lectures and facilitated discussions
• Case studies on recruitment and selection best practices
• Role-playing and interview simulations
• Group projects on HR planning and talent acquisition strategies
• Workshops on competency mapping, assessment tools, and onboarding
• Capstone project addressing real-world recruitment challenges

6. Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Human Resource Planning

• HR planning concepts and objectives
• Strategic alignment with organizational goals

Module 2: Workforce Forecasting and Demand Analysis

• Predicting human capital needs
• Techniques for forecasting workforce requirements

Module 3: Job Analysis and Job Description Development

• Methods of job analysis
• Writing effective job descriptions and specifications

Module 4: Recruitment Planning and Strategy

• Developing recruitment plans
• Recruitment channels and sourcing strategies

Module 5: Employer Branding and Talent Attraction

• Building a strong employer brand
• Strategies for attracting top talent

Module 6: Sourcing Candidates: Traditional and Digital Approaches

• Job portals, social media, and professional networks
• Headhunting and internal talent pools

Module 7: Screening and Shortlisting Techniques

• CV and application review methods
• Preliminary assessments and pre-screening

Module 8: Selection Methods and Assessment Tools

• Aptitude tests, psychometric assessments, and skill evaluations
• Structured and unstructured interviews

Module 9: Competency-Based Recruitment and Selection

• Defining core competencies
• Interviewing for competencies and organizational fit

Module 10: Interviewing Skills and Techniques

• Conducting effective interviews
• Behavioral and situational interviewing

Module 11: Legal and Ethical Considerations in Recruitment

• Employment law, equal opportunity, and anti-discrimination policies
• Ethical recruitment practices

Module 12: Onboarding and Induction Processes

• Designing onboarding programs
• Facilitating smooth employee integration

Module 13: Retention Strategies and Employee Engagement

• Linking recruitment to retention
• Engagement strategies for long-term performance

Module 14: HR Metrics and Recruitment Analytics

• Measuring recruitment effectiveness
• Key performance indicators and analytics tools

Module 15: Talent Pipeline and Succession Planning

• Building talent pools for critical roles
• Integrating recruitment with succession planning

Module 16: Capstone Project / Practical Recruitment Plan

• Designing a comprehensive HR planning and recruitment strategy
• Presentation and practical application to an organizational scenario

7. Expected Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Develop and implement strategic HR plans and recruitment strategies.
• Conduct effective workforce forecasting and job analysis.
• Apply competency-based selection methods and assessment tools.
• Manage the recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding.
• Ensure legal compliance and ethical standards in recruitment and selection.
• Measure and analyze recruitment effectiveness using HR metrics.
• Develop retention strategies and link recruitment to talent management initiatives.
• Design a comprehensive HR planning and recruitment project applicable to real-world organizational needs.

8. Certificate of Completion

Participants who successfully complete all 16 modules, submit assignments, and present a satisfactory capstone project will be awarded:

🎓 Certificate of Completion in Human Resource Planning, Recruitment and Selection Skills

Issued by: FOTADE Training, Research and Resource Development Centre

This certificate validates professional expertise in workforce planning, talent acquisition, and structured recruitment and selection practices, preparing participants for HR leadership and strategic talent management roles.