Understanding Talent Acquisition

In this Understanding Talent Acquisition course, you’ll learn about the talent acquisition process, which involves seeking, sourcing, and enlisting new employees for open positions. It is often confused with the recruiting process, but talent acquisition is a long-term strategy that anticipates hiring needs for future vacancies and new positions as the organization grows. You’ll learn how to create a talent acquisition strategy that outlines how you identify, attract, and hire top talent.

There are many processes to consider when sourcing and hiring new employees. The traditional recruiting process is primarily used to fill high-volume, entry-level roles. These positions usually have an immediate and ongoing need to be filled as they become vacant, which forces recruiters to continuously source new employees. This course focuses on talent acquisition, which finds talent with specific skill sets and experience for professional roles that are harder to fill. If these roles suddenly become vacant or are filled by unqualified employees, the organization’s continuity and business processes could suffer. Other factors like employee retention metrics, workforce planning, and headcount planning help companies design a strategy that works for them. The talent acquisition strategy also helps employers design their employer branding to attract likeminded candidates and differentiate themselves in the market.