As Learning Professionals, we are trained to focus on how corporate learning programs can impact business results by changing how participants behave in their day-to-day work. But focusing exclusively on behavioral change, shortchanges the benefits of employee development programs. Companies are increasingly using impactful development programs not only to increase critical capabilities, but also to help drive both talent acquisition and employee engagement.

This discussion of practical insights will dive into questions that might include:

• Why should learning departments focus on talent acquisition and employee engagement?
• What types of programs drive talent acquisition efforts? What type of programs drive improved employee engagement?
• How can you quantify the extent to which development programs are delivering better recruiting and engagement?
• What are the risks of offering learning programs that aren’t targeted exclusively at driving improved capabilities