HR Skills: The Hiring Process

The success of an organization is entirely dependent on its people. An organization's mission can only be achieved through the hard work of talented, dedicated employees, which is why hiring is a crucial task that organizations must get right. The key to a good hire is a good hiring process. HR professionals play a central role in ensuring the organization acquires the right talent. In this course, you'll learn how you can help your organization succeed by determining staffing needs, recruiting qualified candidates, conducting effective interviews, and selecting the best candidate for the role. This course outlines the hiring process from beginning to end—from developing a hiring plan through the onboarding process. Learning Outcomes Define common stages of the hiring process Identify the role that HR professionals play in the hiring process Describe the various options an organization has for meeting its work requirements Identify necessary components of a job description List the elements of an effective recruitment strategy Identify a fair process to evaluate candidates Plan an interview and describe best practices for interviewing candidates List elements of a job offer Describe the elements of orientation and onboarding a new hire