CHAPTER 5

Talent Planning and Acquisition

Talent planning and acquisition is the foundation of the overall HR function and an important part of the PHR exam. Sixteen percent of the PHR exam will focus on this area of knowledge. A wealth of information is available in case law to guide HR professionals in their compliance with federal legislation and regulations in this topic. Common sense can help as well.

This area of knowledge is where you will find all the information about workforce planning, sourcing methods and techniques, recruiting, interviewing, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, job offers, new employee orientation, metrics for staffing effectiveness, and retention. Master these and you will have a strong foundation ...

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