Introduction

In a fast-changing and competitive job market, professionals must be intentional, strategic, and agile in designing and navigating their career paths. The Advanced Career Path Development training program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, is a transformative 12-day experience aimed at equipping high-potential employees, mid-career professionals, and emerging leaders with the tools, mindset, and strategies needed to shape their future with purpose. The program combines self-assessment, strategic planning, personal branding, upskilling, and leadership development to foster long-term career success.

Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Build a clear and adaptable long-term career strategy.

• Evaluate personal strengths, skills, and values for alignment with career goals.

• Develop a personal brand and enhance professional visibility.

• Create a skills development roadmap aligned with emerging industry needs.

• Navigate internal career ladders, job transitions, and external opportunities.

• Master communication, networking, and executive presence for advancement.

• Design a career development portfolio with actionable milestones.

Organizational Impact

• Retention of high-potential talent and future leaders

• Enhanced employee engagement and motivation

• Stronger internal succession pipelines

• Proactive career development aligned with strategic workforce planning

• Reduced turnover and improved job satisfaction

• Culture of growth, learning, and resilience

Target Audience

• Mid-level professionals seeking growth

• High-potential employees identified for succession planning

• Team leaders and specialists preparing for leadership roles

• Professionals considering a shift in role or career direction

• Career coaches, mentors, and L&D practitioners

Training Program Outline

Day 1: Strategic Career Planning Framework

• Career development vs. career management

• Phases of career evolution

• Setting a long-term vision and short-term goals

• Career anchors and decision drivers

Day 2: Personal Assessment and Self-Awareness

• Strengths-based development (CliftonStrengths, MBTI, etc.)

• Values and motivation inventory

• Skill gap analysis and role-fit evaluation

• Personal SWOT and reflection tools

Day 3: Mapping Career Trajectories

• Types of career paths: vertical, lateral, matrixed

• Internal career ladders and competency models

• Navigating cross-functional and industry transitions

• Career decision-making frameworks

Day 4: Professional Branding and Positioning

• Defining your professional identity and value proposition

• Building visibility: LinkedIn optimization, resumes, bios

• Social capital and credibility building

• Personal branding audits and storytelling techniques

Day 5: Building a Career Portfolio

• Creating a personal development plan (PDP)

• Portfolio elements: achievements, skills, references, goals

• Career journaling and documentation

• Presenting career evolution visually (roadmaps & timelines)

Day 6: Networking and Relationship Capital

• Strategic networking vs. transactional contacts

• Relationship mapping and mentors/sponsors

• Using LinkedIn and events to expand influence

• Elevator pitches and authentic conversations

Day 7: Developing Executive Presence

• Presence, confidence, and influence in the workplace

• Voice, body language, and communication impact

• Managing perceptions and increasing credibility

• Feedback reception and growth mindset

Day 8: Navigating Transitions and Promotions

• Internal mobility and succession planning

• Lateral moves and secondments as growth strategies

• Preparing for interviews and assessments

• Exit strategies and rebranding during career pivots

Day 9: Upskilling and Lifelong Learning

• Identifying emerging skills in your industry

• Certifications, MOOCs, microcredentials

• Learning agility and curiosity

• Building a personal learning ecosystem

Day 10: Goal Setting, Time Management, and Prioritization

• Translating career goals into quarterly milestones

• Time-blocking for development

• Prioritizing work, learning, and life balance

• Using digital tools for progress tracking

Day 11: Resilience, Adaptability, and Emotional Intelligence

• Dealing with career setbacks and uncertainty

• Building resilience in change

• Emotional intelligence for interpersonal success

• Self-regulation and reflection techniques

Day 12: Capstone Workshop 

• Participants present their personalized career growth portfolios

• Group feedback and refinement

• Commitment planning and accountability partners