Planning your training and development strategy for 2027

As we approach year-end, organisations are reviewing their priorities and shaping their learning and development (L&D) plans for 2027. Evolving skills needs, rising digital capability demands, and a stronger focus on career development and retention have made L&D a critical driver of organisational performance.

Reflecting on the trends we've observed throughout 2026 helps leaders understand what worked, where gaps remain, and how to build development programmes that genuinely support employees and future business needs.

This webinar will explore the key L&D themes that defined 2026 and offer practical guidance on how organisations can prepare for the emerging priorities expected to shape 2027. We'll examine the changing learning landscape, including the growing focus on manager capability, leadership development, organisational culture, and change management, and what these trends mean for employers planning their people strategies for the year ahead.

Topics we'll explore

Today's learning & development landscape

• Key trends shaping workplace learning and development.
• Building manager capability in the workplace.
  • Why organisations are increasingly focused on developing transferable capabilities across a broad spectrum of soft skills, not just technical expertise.
• Leadership development as an ongoing business priority.
  • The role of resilience and effective coaching conversations in supporting leaders and teams.
• Culture, values and behaviours.
  • How behavioural and values frameworks act as a compass for employees and help shape organisational culture.
• Change management.
  • Building the skills and confidence needed to lead and navigate change effectively.

Why attend?

• Gain clarity on the L&D trends that influenced organisations in 2026
• Understand the skills, capabilities, and learning formats that are rising in importance
• Explore what the L&D landscape is predicted to look like in 2027
• Learn practical steps to begin shaping your 2027 training and development strategy
• Take part in a live Q&A with or L&D specialists

Who should attend?

HR leaders, L&D professionals, people managers, business owners, and anyone responsible for employee development, capability building, or organisational performance.

When

Thursday 12th November
10:00am - 10:45am

Where

Virtual

Hosting this session:

Cathy Behan Head of Learning and Development