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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 or online
  • 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

Schedule

Dates and fees

15 upcoming dates in 6 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF
November 2026
16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
December 2026
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£3,450per delegate2+ people: £2,760 each
January 2027
11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
February 2027
8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
March 2027
8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
United Arab Emirates flag DubaiUnited Arab Emirates · Classroom
£2,550per delegate2+ people: £2,040 each
April 2027
12APR 12 - 16 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
May 2027
10MAY 10 - 14 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
June 2027
14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
July 2027
12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
August 2027
9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
September 2027
13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
October 2027
11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each
November 2027
8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
December 2027
13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
United Arab Emirates flag DubaiUnited Arab Emirates · Classroom
£2,550per delegate2+ people: £2,040 each

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.

Can I take Certificate in Human Capital Planning online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

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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