Talent Management and Workforce Planning
| Module title | Talent Management and Workforce Planning |
|---|---|
| Module code | BEM1063DAZ |
| Academic year | 2025/6 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Mrs Sam Mullins (Lecturer) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 10 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 50 |
|---|
Module description
This module focuses on the impact of effective workforce planning in considering the development of diverse talent pools, and how to contract and onboard the workforce. It also includes analysis of the potential cost to the organisation if this is poorly managed, and the tools and interventions required to mitigate this risk.
Module aims - intentions of the module
You will extend your understanding of labour market trends and their significance for workforce planning. You will explain how organisations position themselves and the impact of a changing labour market on resourcing decisions. You will evaluate techniques to support workforce planning and assess the strengths and weaknesses of different methods of recruitment and selection aimed at building effective workforces. Additionally, you will examine turnover and retention trends and compare different approaches to developing and retaining talent. Finally, you will learn about the importance of managing contractual arrangements and onboarding.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Identify key contemporary labour market trends and their significance for workforce planning.
- 2. Describe the purpose and importance of workforce planning.
- 3. Explain the importance of managing contractual arrangements and effective onboarding.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Describe the purpose and impact of effective talent management.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Present insight and conclusions on workforce issues or people process failures.
- 6. Lead and improve people capability within the business.
Syllabus plan
Introduction to module including key terms and assessment criteria.
How organisations strategically position themselves in competitive labour markets.
The impact of changing labour market conditions on resourcing decisions.
The role of government, employers, and trade unions in ensuring future skills needs are met.
An analyse of the impact of effective workforce planning.
An evaluation the techniques used to support the process of workforce planning.
Exploring approaches to succession and contingency planning aimed at mitigating workforce risks.
An assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of different methods of recruitment and selection to build effective workforces.
Workforce turnover and retention trends and the factors that influence why people choose to leave or remain.
A comparison of different approaches to developing and retaining talent on an individual and group level.
An evaluation approaches that an organisation can take to build and support different talent pools, and the benefits of diversity in building and supporting talent pools.
The impact associated with dysfunctional employee turnover.
Assessing suitable types of contractual arrangements dependent on specific workforce need.
Differentiating between the main types of contractual terms in contracts.
The components and benefits of effective onboarding.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | 60 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 36 | 2 online masterclass days and 4 online webinars |
| Guided Independent Study | 60 | Reading, research, web-based activities on ELE |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Answer sheet plan | 750 words | 1-4 | Written via ELE |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Answers to a series of questions based on a given scenario | 0 | 4550 words | 1-6 | written |
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Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| As per original | 4550 words | 1-6 | 6 weeks |
Re-assessment notes
Only those assessment criteria which are not passed will be re-assessed.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Basic reading:
Taylor, S. and Woodhams, C. (eds). (2022) Studying human resource management. 3rd ed. London: CIPD Kogan Page.
Armstrong, M. and Taylor, S. (2023) Armstrong’s handbook of human resource management practice. 16th ed. London: Kogan Page.
Baker, T. (2014) Attracting and retaining talent: becoming an employer of choice. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Dinnen, M. and Alder, M. (2017) Exceptional talent: how to attract, acquire and retain the very best employees. London: Kogan Page.
Web-based and electronic resources:
www.cipd.co.uk Website of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Knowledge Hub.
Other resources:
Exeter University Electronic Learning Environment (ELE)
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module co-requisites | nonbe |
| NQF level (module) | 4 |
| Available as distance learning? | Yes |
| Origin date | 14/02/2025 |
