Strategic Resourcing, Manpower Planning Including Talent Management & Succession Planning Certification Course

This course provides a comprehensive and practical understanding of strategic resourcing, manpower planning, talent management and succession planning in today’s dynamic business environment. Designed for HR and business leaders, the program explores how organizations can align workforce strategies with business objectives, anticipate future talent needs and build sustainable talent pipelines. Participants will examine the full talent lifecycle, integrate data-driven workforce analytics and address modern workforce considerations such as hybrid and remote work models. Through practical exercises and case studies, the course equips participants with the skills needed to develop effective, future-ready workforce and succession strategies.

1. Strategic Resourcing & Workforce Planning

• Understand the elements of strategic resourcing, including skills mapping, workforce segmentation and future workforce needs
• Align resourcing strategies with organisational goals and key business drivers
• Leverage workforce analytics and data insights to forecast talent requirements



2. Manpower Planning

• Create manpower plans to support short-term and long-term strategic objectives
• Integrate flexible, hybrid and remote working models into workforce plans
• Apply scenario planning techniques to assess talent supply and demand risks



3. Talent Management

• Understand the end-to-end talent management lifecycle
• Apply best practices in talent acquisition, retention and employee engagement
• Incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) principles into talent strategies
• Use HR technology and digital tools to enhance talent management effectiveness



4. Succession Planning

• Develop a structured and effective succession planning process
• Identify critical roles and high-potential talent within the organisation
• Ensure leadership continuity and reduce key-person dependency risks
• Integrate succession planning with performance management and career development frameworks



5. Practical Application & Case Studies

• Hands-on exercises to develop practical manpower plans
• Talent acquisition and retention case scenarios
• Succession planning simulations and role-based exercises
• Aligning resourcing, talent and succession planning with overall organisational strategy

• Basic understanding of organisational structures and business operations
• Some exposure to HR, workforce planning or people management activities
• Familiarity with strategic planning concepts is helpful but not required
• Interest in workforce analytics, talent strategy and organisational development

• HR professionals involved in resourcing, talent management, or workforce planning
• HR business partners and people strategy specialists
• Line managers and functional leaders with hiring or team planning responsibilities
• Talent acquisition, learning & development, and succession planning practitioners
• Strategy, transformation, or organisational development professionals
• High-potential professionals preparing for people leadership roles

• 20 multiple-choice questions covering all course modules
• Passing requirement: at least 15 correct answers
• Two attempts allowed to achieve a passing score
• Certificate issued upon successful completion of the exam

Obtaining the Strategic Resourcing & Manpower Planning Certification with training equips professionals with structured, practical skills to forecast workforce needs, align talent supply with business strategy and support effective resourcing decisions. Rather than learning high‑level concepts alone, this training teaches participants how to analyse workforce trends, conduct skills gap assessments, build manpower models and develop strategic resourcing plans that improve organisational agility and performance. Through real‑world tools, case studies and frameworks, learners gain confidence in designing sustainable workforce strategies, optimizing headcount investments and improving collaboration between HR, operations and leadership - making them more effective in roles that influence workforce outcomes.

From a career and financial perspective, earning this certification with guided training can significantly enhance professional credibility, influence and earning potential. Strategic workforce planning and resourcing skills are increasingly valued across industries - including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing and public sector - where organisations face talent shortages, shifting skills demands and cost pressures. Depending on experience and role, certified professionals - such as Workforce Planning Analysts, Strategic Resourcing Managers, HR Business Partners or Talent Strategy Leads - can command annual salaries ranging from $75,000 to $115,000, with senior or strategic roles in large enterprises often exceeding $130,000. By combining a recognised certification with practical, application‑focused training, participants not only validate their strategic workforce expertise but also position themselves as trusted advisors who help organisations build resilient, high‑performing talent ecosystems.

A senior emerging markets HR and talent management professional with over 25 years of experience, bringing global best practices and real-world case studies gained from working with leading multinational organizations and global brands. A former CHRO and HR/Talent Director, he has extensive experience across sectors including financial services, logistics, government, advertising and media. He is highly skilled in integrating talent management strategies for both local and expatriate workforces, successfully navigating diverse cultures, labour laws and regulatory environments to drive organizational performance and profitability.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to: