Workforce Planning

Develop the practical capability to apply Workforce Planning confidently in the workplace, with a clear action plan you can use immediately.

This IPDS programme forms part of our People & Culture cluster. It is designed for human resource practitioners, line managers and organisational development specialists. Delivery is practical and applied, and can be adapted for English or Kiswahili audiences.

Who should attend

This programme is suited to human resource practitioners, line managers and organisational development specialists, and to teams that need a shared approach to people management, performance and organisational development.

Learning outcomes

  • Explain the principles and purpose of Workforce Planning within people management, performance and organisational development.
  • Apply practical tools and frameworks to workforce planning challenges in your organisation.
  • Assess current practice and identify priority improvements in workforce planning.
  • Prepare an action plan to strengthen workforce planning and sustain results.
  • Communicate and report on workforce planning clearly to colleagues and stakeholders.

Modules

  1. Foundations of Workforce Planning
  2. Frameworks, standards and tools
  3. Case studies and practical exercises
  4. Workplace application and action planning
From capability gaps to practical results.

Method

IPDS learning is active, applied and assessed. Programmes may use needs assessment, case studies, demonstrations, simulations, group problem-solving, workplace assignments and follow-up coaching.

Duration and mode

Typically delivered as a short course of one to five days, in-person, virtual or blended. Certificate pathways and in-house programmes are available.

Assessment and recognition

Assessment may include pre- and post-assessment, participation, a workplace assignment or a competency demonstration. Participants receive a certificate of completion; IPDS does not imply accredited certification without formal approval.

How to register

Register your interest or request this programme in-house for your organisation by contacting IPDS through our contact page.