WORKSHOP ON MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING

24^th-25^th February, 2026                                                                                                                 16^th-17^th April, 2026

15^th -16^th June, 2026                                                                                                                      12^th-13^th August, 2026

Introduction

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Manpower Development and Planning course covers strategic workforce alignment, forecasting demand/supply, recruitment, training, performance management, motivation, retention, and succession planning integrating these HR functions with overall business goals to ensure the right people with the right skills are in place for organizational success. 

Key modules often include: Manpower Planning Fundamentals, Demand & Supply Forecasting, Recruitment & Selection, Training & Development, Performance Appraisal, and Retention Strategies. 

These courses equip professionals to build capable, motivated workforces that drive organizational success through effective talent management.

Course Content

Module One: Introduction to Manpower Planning (MPP)

·        Concept, importance, and relationship to corporate strategy.

·        Role of HR in strategic planning.

·        Challenges in developing economies.

Module Two: Manpower Forecasting & Analysis

·        Forecasting demand (needs) and supply (availability).

·        Analyzing surpluses or shortfalls.

·        Job Analysis Description, Specification, and Evaluation.

Module Three: Manpower Acquisition (Recruitment & Selection)

·        Recruitment strategies and best practices.

·        Selection processes and placement.

·        Induction and orientation.

Module Four: Manpower Improvement (Training & Development)

·        Identifying training needs and policies.

·        Creative development methods and techniques.

·        Performance appraisal and feedback.

Module Five: Manpower Utilization & Motivation

·        Employee motivation theories and work behavior.

·        Communication and managing performance.

·        Job design and enrichment.

Module Six: Manpower Retention & Succession

·        Retention strategies (rewards, culture).

·        Discipline dismissal, and termination.

·        Succession Planning for key roles.

Module Seven: Strategic & Technical Aspects

·        Intellectual capital management

·        Impact of technology and rapid changes.

·        Measuring staffing effectiveness and costs. 

Duration: Two (2) days                                                                                                              Fee: N180,000

For Whom: 

HR Practitioners, Training Managers, and other Managers, who are responsible for staff development