Chartered Talent Management Expert (CTME)®
Chartered Talent Management Expert (CTME)®
Certification Learning Outcomes
- Develop and execute organization-wide talent management strategies
- Design competency-based frameworks for recruitment and development
- Implement succession planning and high-potential leadership pipelines
- Optimize learning and development initiatives tied to business goals
- Analyze employee engagement data and drive retention strategies
- Integrate digital tools and analytics into the talent management process
- Lead diversity, inclusion, and future-skilling initiatives
- Design and implement a comprehensive talent management strategy
- Apply data-driven approaches to measure employee engagement and readiness
- Facilitate internal mobility, retention, and succession through strategic planning
- Integrate digital learning tools, coaching models, and development plans
- Align talent programs with organizational culture and business vision
- Identify, assess, and manage top talent across global or multi-site operations
- HR Managers or HR Business Partners
- Talent Acquisition and Development Specialists
- L&D Managers and OD Consultants
- Senior HR Practitioners focused on engagement and retention
- Leadership Coaches, Succession Planners, and HR Strategists
- Professionals in corporate universities or training functions
Domain Modules
Strategic Talent Management Foundations
This module explores the role of talent management in organizational performance. It introduces learners to talent strategy design, alignment with organizational values, and the role of leadership in promoting a culture of growth and internal mobility. Participants learn how to evaluate the maturity of talent functions and assess organizational talent readiness. Shape
Competency Models and Skills Frameworks
To identify and grow talent, organizations need robust competency frameworks. This module trains participants to design role-based and leadership competencies, define career paths, and align them with recruitment, L&D, and succession planning. Special focus is given to future-skills mapping, role redefinition, and agility models. Shape
Succession Planning and High-Potential Identification
Leadership continuity is key to business success. This module provides the tools to identify high-potential talent (HiPos), develop leadership pipelines, and build succession plans across all levels of the organization. Participants will learn to balance performance, potential, and culture fit in long-term planning. Shape
Learning, Development, and Talent Mobility
This module focuses on building L&D systems that fuel organizational agility. Topics include leadership academies, internal learning platforms, development tracks, and reskilling/upskilling programs. Participants also learn to manage cross-functional mobility, coaching, mentoring, and rotational assignments as retention tools.
Employee Engagement and Retention Strategy
Engaged employees are productive and loyal. This module explores engagement surveys, pulse tools, and feedback systems. Participants learn to analyze data, identify disengagement risks, and implement targeted strategies such as recognition programs, well-being initiatives, and DEI-focused inclusion efforts.
Talent Metrics and People Analytics
Data-driven HR leaders must master analytics. This module introduces learners to key talent metrics such as internal fill rate, learning ROI, flight risk scoring, and talent gap analysis. Participants explore predictive analytics and dashboarding tools that influence senior leadership decisions.
Digital Talent Management and AI Tools
In the digital age, talent leaders must integrate technology into all phases of the talent lifecycle. This module reviews AI-powered recruitment, virtual assessments, performance tech, talent CRM systems, and learning experience platforms (LXPs). Focus is placed on tool selection, ethics, and ROI.
Talent Management Capstone Project
The capstone module challenges participants to build and present a full-cycle talent strategy for a simulated or real organization. Participants must showcase mastery in succession planning, HiPo tracking, competency mapping, L&D alignment, and analytics interpretation.
Exam Details
Exam Type: Computer-Based Online Exam + Capstone Project
Format:100 Multiple-Choice Questions
Exam Duration: 90 minutes
Passing Score:70%
Capstone:Yes – Full Talent Strategy Project (Submitted Written or Video Presentation)
Attempts:1 complimentary exam retake within 6 months (Written or Presented)
Exam Details
Exam Type: : Computer-Based Online Exam + Capstone Project
Questions: 100 Multiple-Choice Questions
Duration: 90 Minutes
Passing Score: 70%
Capstone: Yes – Full Talent Strategy Project (Submitted Written or Video Presentation)
Attempts: 1 complimentary exam retake within 6 months
Career Paths and Roles
1. Talent Management Lead
2.Head of Learning and Development
3. Succession Planning Manager
4. People Strategy Consultant
5. Employee Experience Manager
6. Head of Engagement or Retention
7. Organizational Development Specialist
Certification Deliverables
- 1. Digital Certificate with credential number and verification URL
- 2. Digital Badge for LinkedIn and email profiles
- 3. Competency Report highlighting areas of mastery
- 4. Employer Letter of Verification (optional on request)
- 5. 3-Year Validity with renewal or progression pathway to CHRM® or CHCE®
Certification Accreditation
- Accredited by: Global Board of Human Capital Certification (GBHCC)
- Curriculum Alignment:Based on SHRM-BoCK™, HRCI SPHR®, and ISO 30414 HR Standards
- Global Recognition: Accepted by HR associations, global employers, and consulting agencies
- CEU Credits: May be applied toward continuing education requirements for SHRM, HRCI, and other professional bodies
Self-Paced Training, Exam Fees : Payment covers the exam only. Complimentary exam guide and practice questions will be provided to assist you.
Instructor-Led Training: Enroll in a 4-day program with 2 hours of live instruction each day, led by industry experts for $1,500 USD