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Professional training course · HRT-029

Certificate in Human Capital Planning

Organizations achieve sustainable success when their workforce capabilities are aligned with strategic objectives. Human capital planning enables organizations to…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 15Upcoming dates
  • 6Cities
  • £2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Organizations achieve sustainable success when their workforce capabilities are aligned with strategic objectives. Human capital planning enables organizations to anticipate future talent needs, optimize workforce utilization, and ensure the right people are in the right roles at the right time.

Without a structured approach to workforce planning, organizations often face skill gaps, inefficiencies, and challenges in responding to business changes.

This programme is designed to provide practical tools and frameworks for effective human capital planning. It focuses on workforce analysis, forecasting, talent strategies, and aligning people capabilities with long-term organizational goals.

Course Methodology

This programme combines strategic insight with practical application:

  • Real-world HR and workforce planning case studies
  • Interactive workshops and group discussions
  • Workforce analysis and planning exercises
  • Scenario-based planning simulations
  • Practical tools and templates for HR professionals

Course Objectives

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

  • Understand the principles of human capital and workforce planning
  • Analyze current workforce capabilities and gaps
  • Forecast future talent needs based on business strategy
  • Develop effective workforce and talent plans
  • Align HR strategies with organizational goals
  • Use data to support workforce decision-making
  • Improve workforce efficiency and performance

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

  • HR Managers and HR Business Partners
  • Workforce Planning Specialists
  • Talent Management Professionals
  • Organizational Development Practitioners
  • Strategy and Planning Professionals
  • Senior Managers involved in workforce decisions

Target Competencies

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Workforce analysis and planning
  • Talent forecasting and gap analysis
  • Strategic HR alignment
  • Data-driven HR decision-making
  • Organizational capability development
  • Resource optimization and planning
  • Scenario planning and workforce strategy 

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Foundations of Human Capital Planning
    • Introduction to human capital planning concepts
    • Role of workforce planning in organizational success
    • Linking business strategy with workforce strategy
    • Key components of human capital planning
    • Understanding workforce supply and demand
    • Overview of planning frameworks and models
  2. 2Day 2: Workforce Analysis and Gap Identification
    • Assessing current workforce capabilities
    • Skills inventory and competency mapping
    • Identifying workforce gaps and risks
    • Data collection and workforce analytics basics
    • Evaluating workforce performance and productivity
    • Practical exercise: workforce assessment
  3. 3Day 3: Forecasting and Talent Planning
    • Workforce demand forecasting techniques
    • Scenario planning and future workforce needs
    • Talent pipeline development strategies
    • Succession planning and leadership development
    • Managing workforce transitions
    • Case study: future workforce planning
  4. 4Day 4: Developing Human Capital Strategies
    • Designing workforce and talent strategies
    • Aligning HR initiatives with business objectives
    • Recruitment, retention, and development planning
    • Diversity and inclusion considerations
    • Workforce optimization strategies
    • Practical workshop: building a workforce plan
  5. 5Day 5: Implementation and Performance Monitoring
    • Implementing workforce plans effectively
    • Monitoring and measuring workforce performance
    • HR metrics and KPIs for workforce planning
    • Continuous improvement in human capital planning
    • Change management in workforce transformation
    • Final case study and action planning

Dates and fees

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 20265 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 20265 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 20265 days MunichGermany £3,450per delegate Register
11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 20275 days DubaiUnited Arab Emirates £2,550per delegate Register
12APR 12 - 16 Apr 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
10MAY 10 - 14 May 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 20275 days Kuala LumpurMalaysia £2,250per delegate Register
12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 20275 days DubaiUnited Arab Emirates £2,550per delegate Register

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Certificate in Human Capital Planning course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Certificate in Human Capital Planning course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Amsterdam. There are 15 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Amsterdam, London, Munich, Barcelona, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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