Strategic HR Leadership: Aligning HR Initiatives with Business Goals

This training session is designed to equip HR professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to strategically align HR initiatives with their organization’s business goals. Led by Victoria Purser, an expert with over 25 years of experience in HR management and strategic leadership, this session will provide participants with practical tools, templates, and real-world examples to enhance their strategic HR capabilities.

Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of business strategy, learn how to develop and implement effective HR strategies, and discover key HR metrics to measure the success of their initiatives. Through interactive case studies and group discussions, attendees will apply their learning to solve common HR challenges and drive business success.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand Business Strategy: 
   • Define business strategy and identify its key components (Vision, Mission, Goals, Values).
   • Explain the role of HR in supporting and aligning with business strategy.
   • Analyze real-world examples of successful HR and business strategy alignment.

    

2. Develop Strategic HR Leadership Skills: 
   • Conduct effective needs assessments using tools such as SWOT analysis.
   • Develop HR strategies that align with business goals and secure leadership support.
   • Implement talent acquisition strategies that meet organizational needs and support cultural fit.

    

3. Measure Success with HR Metrics: 
   • Identify key HR metrics (e.g., Employee Turnover Rate, Employee Satisfaction Score, Time to Fill, Cost per Hire).
   • Develop and utilize an HR Metrics Dashboard to track and measure HR initiative success.
   • Conduct self-assessments to evaluate current HR strategies and identify areas for improvement.

    

4. Apply Learning Through Interactive Case Studies: 
   • Analyze and discuss real-world case studies, including integration challenges post-merger and adapting to a hybrid workforce.
   • Develop practical solutions to common HR challenges through group activities and discussions.
   • Present findings and share insights to enhance collaborative learning.