Strategic Workforce Planning for Leaders
Getting the right people in the right roles at the right time is a leadership responsibility, not just an HR task. This course helps managers forecast talent needs and plan the workforce to match business direction.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Forecasting future talent and skills requirements from business plans
- 02Identifying critical roles and the succession risks around them
- 03Analysing the gap between current and required workforce capability
- 04Aligning workforce plans with the direction of the business
- 05Planning to close skills gaps through hiring, building or buying
- 06Working effectively with HR on workforce and headcount decisions
- 07Scenario planning for growth, contraction and disruption
What you will gain
- Forecast future talent and skills requirements
- Identify critical roles and succession risks
- Align workforce plans with business strategy
- Plan for skills gaps and capability building
- Work effectively with HR on workforce decisions
Who should attend
- Senior and functional managers
- HR business partners
- Operations directors
- Business unit leaders
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 16 to 18 Nov 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 2 to 4 Mar 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 10 to 12 May 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 6 to 8 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
Register your team or ask for a tailored in-house quote. We reply within one working day.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Leadership & Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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