• Classification Framework: Understanding the basics of job classification, including factors to consider when creating a classification system and the benefits of a well-designed framework.
• Workforce Planning Principles: An overview of workforce planning, including the importance of aligning staffing levels with organizational goals, demand forecasting, and succession planning.
• Job Analysis and Design: Techniques for conducting a job analysis, determining the key responsibilities and duties of a role, and designing jobs to attract and retain top talent.
• Compensation and Benefits Strategy: Developing a compensation and benefits strategy that is competitive, equitable, and aligned with the organization's overall talent management strategy.
• Employee Engagement and Retention: Understanding the factors that contribute to employee engagement and retention, and implementing strategies to improve both.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Workforce Planning: Incorporating DEI principles into workforce planning to ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce, and avoiding common pitfalls and biases in hiring and promotion.
• Legal and Compliance Considerations: Understanding the legal and regulatory requirements related to workforce planning, including equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws, Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance, and immigration regulations.

• Technology and Analytics in Workforce Planning: Leveraging technology and data analytics to improve workforce planning and make more informed decisions about staffing levels, talent acquisition, and retention.
• Change Management and Communication: Managing change effectively during workforce planning initiatives, including communicating changes to employees and managing resistance.