Lagos, Nigeria Human Capital and Talent Development Management

Workforce Planning and Development Training Course

Africa's commercial powerhouse where fintech innovation meets vibrant cultural energy

5 Days Duration
In-Person Delivery
11 Dates Available
Certificate Included
Master workforce planning and development to align talent strategy with business goals, mitigate skill gaps, and build resilient talent pipelines through data-driven forecasting.

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Here's What You'll Learn

Each module tackles real challenges you face in your role

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Strategic Context of Workforce Planning

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Data Foundations and HRIS Integration

3

Workforce Demand Forecasting Techniques

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Internal Supply Analysis and Talent Audits

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Gap Analysis and Strategic Remediation

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Competency Frameworks and Skill-Based Planning

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Succession Planning and Pipeline Management

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Retention Strategies and Talent Engagement

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AI, Automation, and Digital Workforce Transformation

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Strategy Integration and Executive Reporting

Market-specific guidance for Jordan

A country-aware view of the pressures, proof points, and practical tools that shape how this course applies locally.

Why this course matters in Jordan

Strategic context for the risks, opportunities, and capability gaps this training addresses locally.

Workforce planning and development matters in Jordan because organizations are being pushed to modernize how they recruit, reskill, and retain talent as work changes faster than traditional HR cycles can handle. The most relevant pressure points are skills mismatch, leadership succession, and the need to align headcount and capability planning with business strategy rather than reactive hiring. HR teams, line managers, and executive leadership should pay attention because this training helps them decide which roles to build, buy, borrow, or automate. It also supports better investment decisions in training, mobility, and succession so organizations can protect productivity and control labor costs.

Shift from reactive hiring to skills forecasting

Workforce planning is useful in Jordan because it helps employers forecast future capability needs instead of filling vacancies only after disruption occurs, which is especially important when roles change faster than annual hiring plans can absorb.

Build internal mobility and succession depth

Career paths, succession planning, and reskilling are central to reducing dependency on external hiring for critical roles and improving retention of capable staff in a competitive labor market.

Use skills-based planning to support agility

A skills-first approach gives HR teams a practical way to match people to work, broaden internal talent pools, and prepare the organization for technology-driven changes in role design.

This training is timely because organizations are under pressure to adapt workforce capability faster than traditional personnel planning allows, especially where automation and AI are changing job content. In Jordan, that makes structured forecasting, skills mapping, and succession planning directly relevant to reducing delivery risk and avoiding capability gaps.

Tools and platforms relevant to this field

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Field-relevant examples that may be featured in training where they support the confirmed scope. Exact coverage depends on participant needs and delivery format.

  • SAP SuccessFactors SAP
    Used for workforce planning, skills tracking, succession planning, and HR analytics in larger organizations that want a single system to connect headcount plans with talent development.
  • Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM Oracle
    Used to manage workforce data, performance, learning, and succession workflows so HR teams can plan future capability needs from a centralized platform.
  • Microsoft Power BI Microsoft
    Used to build workforce dashboards, analyze vacancies and turnover, and present planning scenarios to executives in a format they can act on.

Training visit intelligence for Lagos

Practical notes for confirmed delegates: arrival, venue expectations, after-class options, and on-the-ground considerations.

Optional after-class stops

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culture
Nike Art Gallery

Four-storey gallery in Lekki housing thousands of indigenous Nigerian artworks — paintings, sculptures, and textiles — founded by Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye.

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nature
Lekki Conservation Centre

A 78-hectare nature reserve on the Lekki Peninsula featuring Africa's longest canopy walkway at 401 metres, with wetlands, forests, and free-roaming monkeys.

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heritage
Freedom Park

A memorial and leisure park on Broad Street, Lagos Island, transformed from a colonial-era prison into a cultural hub hosting concerts, art exhibitions, and festivals.

heritage
National Museum Lagos

Located in Onikan, Lagos Island, this museum houses archaeological and ethnographic exhibits including Nok terracotta and Benin Bronzes.

culture
National Theatre

Iconic cultural landmark in Iganmu, originally built for FESTAC '77, hosting theatre, music, dance performances, and national celebrations.

culture
New Afrika Shrine

Cultural landmark in Agidingbi, Ikeja, founded by Femi Kuti in honour of his father Fela Kuti, offering live Afrobeat performances.

heritage
Kalakuta Museum

The former home of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, now a museum preserving his bedroom, personal effects, and artwork celebrating his life and legacy.

leisure
Landmark Beach

Accessible beachfront on Victoria Island within the Landmark Village complex, offering swimming, dining, and evening entertainment along the Atlantic coast.

Local demand signals 5

Sector-level context showing where this capability is relevant in Lagos.

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Fintech & Payments

Lagos is Africa's fintech capital. Delegates in technology, risk, or financial services training will find direct relevance in the city's dense payments ecosystem.

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Technology & Startups

The Yaba district — nicknamed 'Yabacon Valley' — anchors a startup ecosystem of over 2,000 tech companies, making Lagos a living case study in digital innovation.

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Banking & Financial Services

Lagos is Nigeria's financial centre, home to the Nigerian Stock Exchange and headquarters of the country's largest commercial banks.

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Oil & Gas

Many international oil and gas companies maintain their Nigerian operational headquarters in Lagos, making it relevant for energy-sector delegates.

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Creative Industries & Nollywood

Lagos drives Nollywood — one of the world's largest film industries — alongside a thriving music, fashion, and arts scene relevant to media and IP training.

Training venue

Lagos offers international-standard hotels and conference facilities on Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and Ikeja, with properties equipped for corporate training, AV setups, and business-class accommodation. Delegates should expect variable power supply mitigated by generator backup at quality venues.

Getting there

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (IATA: LOS) in Ikeja is the main gateway, approximately 12 km from central Lagos. Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Bolt) are the safest transfer option; allow 45 minutes to 2 hours to reach Victoria Island or Lekki depending on Lagos traffic, and depart for the airport at least 3–4 hours before international flights.

Visa

Nigeria now requires an eVisa obtained online before travel — the former Visa-on-Arrival system was discontinued in May 2025. ECOWAS citizens remain visa-free for up to 90 days; all other delegates must apply via the Nigeria Immigration Service eVisa portal and receive approval (typically within 24–48 hours) before departure. A valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry.

Safety

Use reputable ride-hailing apps rather than unmarked taxis, avoid displaying valuables openly, and stick to well-lit, populated areas after dark. Keep digital copies of travel documents and confirm current safety advice with your hotel or local host upon arrival.

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Reliability: average

Weather year-round

  • Apr 32/24°C Transition into rainy season; increasing humidity and occasional showers.
  • Jan 33/24°C Dry season; hot and humid with minimal rainfall and around 5.5 hours of daily sunshine.
  • Jul 28/22°C Peak of the cooler wet season; frequent rain, overcast skies, and only about 3.3 hours of daily sunshine.
  • Oct 31/23°C Late rainy season tapering off; warm with decreasing rainfall toward the dry season.

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