HRCI

Talent Acquisition

HRCI

Talent Acquisition

Brad Boyson
Michelle Alvarado

Instructors: Brad Boyson

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

2,184 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
2 weeks at 10 hours a week
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Create a job analysis and write a job description

  • Create a talent recruitment strategy

  • Identify and explain all stages of the talent acquisition life cycle

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There are 4 modules in this course

This week you will be introduced to the HRCI Program and learn what you need to be successful in this course. You will identify various staffing options and apply tools to forecast workforce needs. You will also explain legislation surrounding recruitment and differentiate common approaches to job design in the US.

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17 videos9 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt

This week you will learn how to perform a job analysis and write a job description, incorporating person specifications and competencies. You will also explain the different methods you can use to recruit and track applicants in a diverse workforce.

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10 videos3 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts

In this week, you will apply the talent acquisition life cycle, including candidate sourcing, screening, and interviewing methods. You will evaluate prospective employees using background checks and test options used in the employee evaluation stage.

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24 videos3 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

In your final week of Course 1, you will analyze core elements of negotiation, job offers, and employment contracts, and implement best practices for employee onboarding. You will describe the core components of the employee handbook and apply retention strategies and metrics that help retain talent.

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15 videos8 readings6 assignments2 discussion prompts

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