EMPLOYEES AND TOP TALENT RETENTION
Course Code
PMA 206
Category
People & Talent Management
Scope
People & Talent Management
Duration
3 days
Status
ACTIVE
Competency
Ability to develop and implement effective talent retention strategies.
Target Audience
HR professionals, managers, team leaders, and talent management specialists.
Course Overview
This course is designed to equip leaders and managers with the skills and strategies needed to effectively retain top talent and foster a loyal, engaged workforce. In a competitive labor market, minimizing employee turnover is critical for business continuity and success. This program focuses on understanding the key drivers of employee satisfaction and dissatisfaction, and provides a framework for building a strong, positive work culture. Participants will learn how to create personalized development plans, implement effective recognition programs, and have meaningful stay conversations to keep their best people.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and address the primary reasons for employee turnover within their organization.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive retention strategy tailored to different employee groups.
- Master the art of a stay interview to proactively identify and address employee concerns.
- Build a culture of continuous feedback, recognition, and professional development.
- Create an inclusive and supportive work environment that encourages long-term commitment.
Daily Topics
Day 1: Turnover Analysis – Reasons for turnover, Retention drivers; MLC 2006 repatriation and career development.
Day 2: Retention Strategies – Stay interviews, Development plans, Recognition; STCW career progression, ISM Code personnel continuity.
Day 3: Culture & Commitment – Inclusive culture, Continuous feedback, Engagement; ILO Convention 180, ILO Convention 111, UN SDG 8.
References
MLC 2006 (repatriation, career development, Regulation 2.5 and 2.6), STCW Convention (career progression), ILO Convention 180 (hours of work), ILO Convention 111 (equal opportunity), ISM Code (personnel competence and continuity), UN SDG 8 (Decent Work).
Upcoming Course Dates
April 19 – April 21, 2027
October 5 – October 7, 2027