Future of Work & Workforce Planning
A Strategic HR & Organizational
Transformation Programme
22 – 26 June 2026
Sandton Centre
Johannesburg South Africa
Register Now! Limited Seats Available!
R19, 999.00 Per Delegate
Course overview:
The world of work is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in history. Driven by rapid advances in artificial intelligence, automation, digitalisation, demographic shifts, climate transition, and evolving employee expectations, organizations are being forced to rethink how they attract, develop, deploy, and retain talent.
Traditional workforce planning approaches—based on static job descriptions, annual headcount budgeting, and linear career paths—are no longer sufficient in today’s dynamic environment. Instead, organisations must adopt agile, data-driven, and skills-based workforce planning models that can respond quickly to disruption and opportunity.
The Future of Work & Workforce Planning Programme is designed to equip HR professionals, workforce planners, and organisational leaders with the strategic mindset and practical tools required to build a workforce that is resilient, adaptable, and future-ready.
This programme goes beyond theory by focusing on real-world application. Participants will explore how leading organisations are redesigning work through hybrid workforce models, gig and contract talent integration, AI-enabled HR systems, and continuous learning ecosystems. It also provides deep insight into how workforce planning is evolving from an administrative HR function into a core business strategy capability.
Programme Objectives
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
• Understand global trends shaping the Future of Work
• Develop strategic workforce planning models aligned to business goals
• Conduct workforce gap analysis and scenario planning
• Integrate AI, automation, and data analytics into HR planning
• Design agile and flexible workforce structures
• Implement reskilling and upskilling strategies
• Manage hybrid, remote, and gig workforce models
• Build workforce resilience and succession pipelines
Who Should Attend
• HR Directors and HR Managers
• Workforce Planning Specialists
• Talent Acquisition Leaders
• Organisational Development Practitioners
• Business Unit Leaders and Executives
• Public Sector HR and Planning Officers
• Consultants and Strategy Professionals
Course Outline:
DAY 1: Understanding the Future of Work Landscape
1.1 Global Megatrends Shaping Work
• Artificial Intelligence and automation
• Digital transformation and Industry 4.0
• Climate change and green economy jobs
• Demographic shifts and aging workforce
• Globalization vs localization of talent
1.2 Evolution of Work Models
• Traditional vs modern workforce structures
• Hybrid, remote, and distributed teams
• Gig economy and freelance workforce expansion
• Platform-based employment models
1.3 The Changing Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
• What employees expect today
• Flexibility, purpose, and well-being
• Skills-based career progression
1.4 The Role of HR in the Future of Work
• From administrative HR to strategic workforce architect
• Data-driven HR decision-making
• HR as a business transformation partner
DAY 2: Strategic Workforce Planning Foundations
2.1 Introduction to Workforce Planning
• Definition and strategic importance
• Link between business strategy and workforce strategy
2.2 Workforce Planning Frameworks
• Demand forecasting vs supply analysis
• Workforce segmentation models
• Capability-based planning vs role-based planning
2.3 Workforce Data Analysis
• Understanding workforce analytics
• Key HR metrics (turnover, productivity, vacancy rates)
• Data-driven decision-making
2.4 Skills Mapping and Capability Assessment
• Current vs future skills inventory
• Critical skills identification
• Capability gap analysis
DAY 3: Scenario Planning & Future Skills Strategy
3.1 Scenario Planning for Workforce Design
• What-if analysis in workforce planning
• Building multiple future workforce scenarios
• Risk-based workforce forecasting
3.2 Identifying Future Skills Needs
• Technical vs soft skills evolution
• AI and digital literacy requirements
• Leadership skills in volatile environments
3.3 Skills Taxonomy Development
• Building organizational skills frameworks
• Mapping skills to job families
• Competency modeling
3.4 Strategic Workforce Risk Management
• Talent shortages and surpluses
• Succession risks
• Critical role dependency analysis
DAY 4: Agile Workforce Models & Talent Strategies
4.1 Agile Workforce Design
• Agile organizations and team structures
• Cross-functional teams and project-based work
4.2 Talent Acquisition in the Future of Work
• Skills-based hiring vs job-based hiring
• AI in recruitment and selection
• Employer branding in digital era
4.3 Reskilling, Upskilling & Workforce Redeployment
• Continuous learning ecosystems
• Learning and development strategies
• Internal mobility frameworks
4.4 Hybrid and Remote Workforce Management
• Managing distributed teams effectively
• Performance management in remote environments
• Digital collaboration tools and governance
DAY 5: Workforce Analytics, Implementation & Strategic Roadmap
5.1 HR Analytics & Predictive Workforce Planning
• Predictive modeling for workforce trends
• AI-driven workforce insights
• Dashboard development for HR leaders
5.2 Implementation of Workforce Strategy
• Translating strategy into execution plans
• Stakeholder engagement and change management
• Governance structures for workforce planning
5.3 Building a Future-Ready Organization
• Organizational agility and resilience
• Culture transformation for future work
• Leadership readiness
5.4 Capstone Exercise: Workforce Planning Strategy Design
• Participants develop a workforce plan for their organization
• Presentation and peer review
End of the workshop
IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING
While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.
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