Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent

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Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent

This course is part of Extraordinary Human Capital Management Specialization

Instructor: Cheri Alexander

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

42 reviews

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Evaluate the strategic role of human capital management in driving organizational success
Assess and strategize talent management approaches for optimal alignment with organizational goals
Understand the importance of providing quality feedback to grow talent
Interpret the role of technology, particularly AI and people analytics, in evolving HR practices

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There are 2 modules in this course

“Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent” explores the importance of finding and cultivating talent that transforms your organization. Learn how strategic human capital management drives organizational success and empowers you to align talent management with company goals. Develop a comprehensive framework for leadership and management that fully leverages human capital, equipping you to navigate the complexities of modern HR.

Gain valuable skills in identifying and growing talent through proven human resources frameworks, and understand how to leverage these skills throughout your organization’s strategy execution. In addition to building your talent acquisition skills, this course explores the role of technology, including AI and people analytics, in evolving HR practices. Gain insights into using these innovations to enhance decision-making and strategic planning. By engaging with these topics, you'll understand how to assess and implement strategies that align with your organization's broader objectives. This is the second course in “Extraordinary Human Capital Management,” a course series for human resource professionals interested in advancing their skills to align with organizational and employee needs.

This module deepens your understanding of how work gets done through teams and highlights the importance of team dynamics in achieving organizational goals. You will learn how to connect human capital management processes and systems to the unique needs of the non-profit sector while determining the best team members by balancing attitude and skills. The module extends the HCM/HR framework to encompass both non-profit and for-profit organizations, allowing for a broader application of best practices. Additionally, you will explore exemplary team experiences and practices while learning advanced change management techniques from an expert in the field. True Strategic HR is elevating HR and HCM to the highest levels by merging organization goals with the processes and systems relative to the people. If you take care of the people, they will take care of the company and move the strategic goals forward.

What's included

6 videos6 readings1 assignment3 app items3 discussion prompts

6 videos Total 32 minutes

Introduction to Extraordinary Human Capital Management 9 minutes
Human Capital Strategy and Talent Management 5 minutes
Introduction to Vignettes 1 minute
Debrief: The Way You Walk 8 minutes
Debrief: There Really is Something About Mary 6 minutes
Module 1 Summary 2 minutes

6 readings Total 60 minutes

Syllabus 10 minutes
Help Us Learn More About You! 10 minutes
The Way You Walk 15 minutes
The Secret to Giving Great Feedback 5 minutes
Introduction to the Gamut Workbook 5 minutes
There Really is Something About Mary 15 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 1 30 minutes

3 app items Total 90 minutes

Learning Journal: Writing and Giving Feedback 30 minutes
Learning Journal: Your A3E2 30 minutes
Learning Journal: Module 1 Reflection 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 70 minutes

Meet Your Fellow Global Learners 10 minutes
The Way You Walk Discussion 30 minutes
There Really is Something About Mary Discussion 30 minutes

This module builds on Talent Management within the broader context of Strategic HR and Human Capital Management (HCM), emphasizing its continued importance. You’ll develop a growth mindset and learn techniques for staying calm in a crisis, including the Calm Framework. The module also introduces you to Global HR/HCM practices, helping you understand the impact of cultural differences on HR strategies. You’ll revisit the core beliefs and values that guide decision-making in times of crisis, while also refreshing your knowledge of the A3E2 Framework to ensure a well-rounded approach to strategic HR.

What's included

7 videos4 readings1 assignment1 app item3 discussion prompts

7 videos Total 40 minutes

Areas We Will Consider 3 minutes
Debrief: Girl Scout's Motto 8 minutes
Talent Selection and Crisis Management 5 minutes
The Chinese and the Insurrection 5 minutes
Debrief: Location, Location, Location 8 minutes
The Calm Framework and Crisis Management 4 minutes
Module 2 Summary 8 minutes

4 readings Total 58 minutes

[Optional] Information on Carol Dweck 3 minutes
Vignette: Girl Scout's Motto 20 minutes
Vignette: Location, Location, Location 25 minutes
Post-Course Survey 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 2 30 minutes

1 app item Total 30 minutes

Learning Journal: Module 2 Reflection 30 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 90 minutes

Getting Outside Your Comfort Zone 30 minutes
Girl Scout's Motto Discussion 30 minutes
Location, Location, Location Discussion 30 minutes

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