HR 431 - Talent Management and Succession Planning

This course explores the strategic processes involved in identifying, developing, and retaining talent to support organizational continuity and long-term growth. Students will analyze performance management systems to ensure they align with business objectives and promote employee development. Emphasis is placed on designing succession planning models that proactively prepare high-potential employees for key leadership and critical roles. The course also covers the development of talent pipeline strategies driven by workforce planning insights and future organizational needs. Students will examine employee engagement techniques that enhance retention and performance, and will learn to interpret talent analytics to guide data-informed decisions in development and succession initiatives. Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 Contact Hours: 45/0/0/45 Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.