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Talent Acquisition
Talent Acquisition
This course is part of HRCI Human Resource Associate Professional Certificate
Instructors: Brad Boyson
Sponsored by MAHE Manipal
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.8
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Beginner level
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Flexible schedule
Approx. 17 hours
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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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Assessments
17 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the HRCI Human Resource Associate Professional Certificate
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Professional Certificate.
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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 learn about different staffing options and understand different tools for forecasting workplace needs. Finally, you will differentiate common design approaches and understand legal considerations in job design in the US.
What's included
17 videos9 readings3 assignments2 discussion prompts
This week you will learn how to write a job description and how to perform a job analysis. You will understand the different methods you can use to recruit and track applicants in a diverse workforce.
What's included
10 videos3 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts
In this week, you will discuss the talent acquisition life cycle and learn how to apply different candidate sourcing methods. You will learn how to screen candidates for positions and how to effectively interview candidates. Finally, you will evaluate prospective employees and understand different test options used in the employee evaluation stage.
What's included
24 videos3 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt
In your final week of Course 1, you will learn core elements of negotiation, job offers and employment contracts and how to implement best practices for employee onboarding. You will understand the core components of the employee handbook and explore retention activities and strategies that help to retain talent.
What's included
15 videos8 readings5 assignments1 peer review2 discussion prompts
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Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024
I'm an university student. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the lecturers, HRCI and Coursera. This course is amazing.
LS
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Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
Very informative and easy to follow. I liked that the videos were short but packed with information and I appreciated that the discussion topics were optional.
AN
5
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2024
Fantastic course teachers and great content, videos and assignments. I am thoroughly enjoyed studying this course. Michelle Alvorada is amazing
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