Knowles Training Institute · Philippines

Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies Course in Philippines

Build the organisation, communication, record-keeping and coordination skills that keep an office running. A practical corporate training course delivered privately for organisations in the Philippines, whether onsite, virtual or at an arranged venue.

Best forHR, managers, team leaders and people support roles
Duration2 full days · 9am–5pm
Group size1–25 participants
DeliveryOnsite / Virtual / Arranged venue
CustomisableYes
Private corporate trainingRun exclusively for your organisation
Practical applicationStrategies your team can apply immediately
Philippines deliveryAt your premises or an arranged venue
Other durations available3-day, 1-day, half-day, 90 and 60 minutes

Course at a glance

The key facts, in one place.

A quick summary of what HR, L&D teams and business leaders usually need before shortlisting this programme.

Course nameEmployee Engagement and Retention Strategies Course in Philippines
Primary capabilityAdministrative effectiveness and workplace coordination
Best forAll staff within an organisation, managers, team leaders, executives, assistants, officers, secretaries
LevelFoundation to intermediate
Delivery modesOnsite, virtual, arranged venue
Standard duration2 full days, 9am to 5pm
Other durations3 full days, 1 day, half day, 90 minutes, 60 minutes
Group sizeMinimum 1, maximum 25 participants
Group typePrivate corporate training
CustomisationContent can be contextualised to your organisation
CertificateCertification of training completion
Course brochureAvailable on request

Need a fast answer?

Final delivery format and duration depend on the agreed programme scope and audience.

About this course

What is the Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course?

Whether it’s answering emails, taking in calls, or scheduling flights, employee engagement and retention practices might seem easy, but it’s one of the most in-demand jobs that require a lot of attention to detail and high resistance to a pressured environment. Read on to find the list of employee engagement and retention strategies and which of them could benefit your organization.

Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies are skills needed to maintain the continuity of business operations and coordinate activities being conducted. Businesses have Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies as part of their core needs in order to function properly, yet most business professionals tend to overlook and underestimate the value of having Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies.

Learning Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies is necessary for building one’s capacity as a well-versed and competent business professional. Every business professional needs to know how to perform key functions in order to progress in the corporate ladder.

In this Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course, participants will learn the basic employee engagement and retention strategies that they need to have. This course will discuss the scope of employee engagement and retention strategies as well as its function in the business setting. Part of this course will also teach how to do employee engagement and retention strategies on par with best practices and business standards.

Employee experience and engagement

Plan tasks, schedules and information systematically.

Trust-building communication

Write, speak and respond with clarity and courtesy.

Records & documents

Keep, file and retrieve records accurately.

Team coordination

Coordinate meetings, resources and follow-up.

Engagement and retention tools

Apply the programs commonly used in employee engagement and retention work.

Addressing engagement and retention challenges

Handle workplace issues calmly and constructively.

Before you enquire

Is this course right for your team?

A quick check against what this programme does and does not set out to do.

A good fit if

  • Your team handles scheduling, correspondence, records or people coordination and engagement
  • Employee engagement and retention work is shared across roles rather than owned by one person
  • You want a consistent standard for how documents and communication are handled
  • Staff have picked up the work on the job and never had formal training in it
  • You need people to stay accurate and organised during busy periods

Consider another course if

  • You need advanced spreadsheet or software training rather than administrative practice
  • Your priority is leadership or people management rather than people coordination and engagement
  • You are looking for a qualification or accreditation rather than practical workplace training
  • You want a single specialist topic in depth, such as minute taking or records compliance alone

Not sure? Tell us the situation and we will point you to a better-fitting programme.

Not sure where to start with engagement and retention?Tell us the people challenge and we will point you to a suitable programme.

Why organisations run it

What business problems does this course help address?

These are common workplace symptoms organisations describe when they ask about employee engagement and retention strategies training.

Employee concerns are handled reactively

Requests are dealt with in the order they arrive rather than by priority, so important tasks slip.

Employee follow-up is inconsistent

Commitments made in meetings or email are not tracked through to completion.

Employee information is difficult to access

Documents and files are stored inconsistently, so retrieving them takes longer than it should.

Internal communication creates confusion

Messages need clarifying, which generates extra correspondence and delay.

Engagement tools are used inconsistently

Staff rely on manual workarounds instead of the programs already available to them.

Engagement drops during periods of pressure

Details are overlooked during busy periods, and the rework costs more time than the original task.

Course benefits

What participants will be better able to do.

Below is the list of course benefits of our Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course in Philippines.

Understand how engagement and retention influence everyday work
Understand the drivers of employee engagement and retention
Apply practical strategies that strengthen employee engagement
Respond constructively to employee concerns and retention risks
Build workplace practices that support commitment and longer-term retention
Course objectives

Below is the list of course objectives of our Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course in Philippines.

  • Explain the foundations of employee engagement and retention
  • Identify practical ways to strengthen engagement across the employee experience
  • Apply engagement and retention practices to common workplace situations
  • Use practical tools for listening, feedback, recognition and engagement
  • Recognise the main factors that influence employee engagement and retention
  • Connect engagement and retention practices with team performance and continuity
  • Develop actions that address engagement and retention priorities
  • Communicate consistently and use employee feedback responsibly
  • Use employee insights to identify concerns and improvement opportunities
  • Support team routines, workload balance and employee experience
  • Coordinate people-focused activities and engagement initiatives
  • Apply practical engagement and retention strategies consistently

The course framework

How the two days are structured.

Each stage builds on the one before it, so participants leave with a practical method rather than a set of disconnected tips.

  1. STAGE 01

    Understand

    What employee engagement and retention work covers, its scope, and why it matters to the organisation.

  2. STAGE 02

    Organise

    Plan tasks and schedules, and set up employee communication and feedback so they can be found.

  3. STAGE 03

    Communicate

    Handle correspondence, requests and employee communication records clearly and professionally.

  4. STAGE 04

    Coordinate

    Manage people resources and engagement initiatives, activities and schedules across people and projects.

  5. STAGE 05

    Improve

    Apply best practices and standards, and resolve the problems that come up in the role.

Course content

What the course covers.

Below is the list of course content of our Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course in Philippines.

Understanding the role

  • What drives employee engagement and retention?The foundations of engagement, retention and the employee experience.
  • What factors influence retention?The workplace, leadership, recognition, development and communication factors that shape retention.
  • Why should organisations focus on employee engagement?How engagement influences commitment, contribution, collaboration and the employee experience.
Performing the work

  • Building engagement in everyday workPractical approaches to involvement, communication, recognition and support.
  • People management practices that support retentionCreating consistent team practices that help employees feel supported and connected.
  • Using engagement and retention toolsPractical tools for listening, feedback, recognition, development and retention planning.
Employee communication and records

  • Employee communication that builds trustUsing clear, respectful communication to strengthen trust and employee connection.
  • Employee communicationClear, respectful and two-way communication across the employee experience.
  • Listening, feedback and employee insightsGathering and using employee feedback to understand experience and concerns.
Systems and improvement

  • Employee insight managementTurning feedback and people data into practical engagement and retention actions.
  • Addressing engagement and retention challengesWorking through concerns, disengagement signals and preventable retention risks.
  • Strengthening engagement and retention practiceBuilding consistent people practices that support a stronger employee experience.
Want this tailored to your organisation?Examples, activities and emphasis can be adapted to your industry, workforce and priorities.

Training methodology

How participants learn.

An active learning approach. Short facilitator inputs, realistic employee scenarios, small-group practice, application to your own workplace situations, and structured reflection.

  1. 01

    Learn

    Short, focused facilitator input on engagement and retention concepts and why they matter.

  2. 02

    See

    Worked examples and realistic employee scenarios drawn from workplace practice.

  3. 03

    Practise

    Small-group activities and exercises where participants test the strategy.

  4. 04

    Apply

    Participants apply the strategies to their own teams, employee experience and workplace situations.

  5. 05

    Reflect

    Structured review and an action plan to take back to the workplace.

Back at work

Where participants can apply these skills.

The situations participants most often report using the course material in once they return to work.

Correspondence and enquiries

Communicating clearly, listening actively and responding to employee questions and concerns.

Scheduling and diary work

Managing workload, flexibility and team routines in ways that support a sustainable employee experience.

Records and filing

Gathering employee feedback, engagement insights and people information in a consistent way.

Meeting support

Using team meetings and one-to-ones to surface concerns, recognise contribution and follow through on actions.

Office resources and projects

Coordinating recognition, development, wellbeing and engagement initiatives.

Workload peaks and retention risks

Recognising disengagement and retention risks during periods of workload or organisational pressure.

Audience

Who should attend this course?

This Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies workshop in Philippines is designed for people who want practical strategies to strengthen engagement and support employee retention.

  • All Staff Within an Organisation
  • Managers and supervisors
  • Team Leaders
  • Executives and senior leaders
  • HR and people support staff
  • HR and administrative officers
  • Team coordinators and support staff

Prerequisites & experience level

No prior experience or formal qualification is required. The programme is pitched at foundation to intermediate level and works well for mixed groups where some participants have picked up employee engagement and retention work on the job and others have had no formal training in it.

Group size

  • Minimum: 1 participant
  • Maximum: 25 participants

We keep the session interactive at every size, so everyone takes part in the discussion and the hands-on practice.

Course agenda

How the two days run.

The standard delivery is 2 full days, 9am to 5pm. The outline below shows the shape of a typical day; the exact running order is confirmed with you before delivery.

Day one: engagement foundations and employee experience

  • 9:00Welcome, objectives and what employee engagement and retention work covers
  • 10:30The scope of employee engagement and retention work and why it matters to everyone
  • 11:30Performing the work properly and handling tasks effectively
  • 13:00Lunch
  • 14:00Employee communication that builds trust
  • 15:30Listening, feedback and employee insights
  • 17:00Day one review and reflection

Day two: retention strategies, action planning and evaluation

  • 9:00Recap and applying commonly used tools for employee engagement and retention work
  • 10:30People management practices that support retention
  • 11:30Employee insight management in practice
  • 13:00Lunch
  • 14:00Addressing engagement and retention challenges in employee engagement and retention work
  • 15:30Strengthening engagement and retention practice and best practices
  • 17:00Action planning and close

Delivery

Format, customisation and facilitator.

Format & delivery

The duration of this Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies workshop in Philippines is 2 full days. Knowles Training Institute Philippines will also be able to contextualise this workshop according to different durations.

  • 3 full days
  • 2 full days · 9am to 5pm (standard)
  • 1 day
  • Half day
  • 90 minutes
  • 60 minutes

Delivered onsite at your premises, at an arranged venue, or live online.

Customisation

The programme can be contextualised to your organisation without diluting the core capability or depth of learning. Commonly adapted:

  • Examples and terminology from your sector
  • Activities built around your employee experience and people processes
  • Duration and depth of each topic
  • Participant level and mix of roles
  • Action plans aligned to your engagement and retention objectives

See our customised corporate training options →

Facilitator matching

We match the facilitator to your audience and context rather than assigning whoever is free. We consider:

  • The seniority and mix of the group
  • Your industry and working environment
  • The delivery format and language of the session
  • The specific outcomes you have asked for

A pre-course consultation is held before delivery so the content lands on the day.

Value added materials

What participants receive.

Each participant will receive the following materials for the Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course in Philippines.

Learner’s Guide

A workbook covering the full course content, used during the session and kept afterwards.

Course Handouts

Exercises, templates and reference sheets used in the practical activities.

Presentation Slides

The slide deck used during the course, provided for later reference.

Certification of Completion

Each course participant will receive a certification of training completion.

Included with every booking, at no additional charge.

Course fees

Pricing and investment.

There are 4 pricing options available for this Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course in Philippines.

Lunch Talk Session60-minute session
USD 679.97
Unlimited participants
Half Day CoursePer participant
USD 259.97
Per participant
1 Day CoursePer participant
USD 419.97
Per participant
2 Day CoursePer participant
USD 569.97
Standard delivery

What’s included

  • Pre-course consultation
  • Customised content, where applicable
  • Facilitator and training materials
  • Venue or virtual delivery
  • Post-course follow-up, where applicable
Group discounts up to
40%
Ready to strengthen engagement and retention?Send your dates and numbers and we will come back within one working day.

Proof & trust signals

Real results. Trusted by leading organisations.

10,000+Professionals Trained
500+Organisations Empowered
20+Industries Served
4.8 / 5Average Participant Rating
15+Years of Training Excellence

What our participants say

Written feedback published on our Knowles Training Institute reviews page.

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Why organisations choose us

Post training supportA vast majority of training does not have any effect beyond 120 days. To work, training has to have a strong pre- and post-training component. Post-training reinforcement helps individuals to recall the understanding and ask questions.

Blended learningLearning does not occur in the classroom. Virtually everybody prefers distinct ways of learning. Successful learning should have a multi-channel, multi-modal strategy.

We understand the industryWe’ve got a profound comprehension of the business, business design, challenges and strategy that our participants are in, and have designed the courseware to cater to their professional needs.

Course contentKnowles Training Institute’s material is relevant, of high quality and provides specific learning results. Participants will leave the training course feeling as they have gained a strong understanding and will also be in a position to execute what they have learned sensibly.

Course developmentThe workshop modules follow a systematic and logical arrangement. This structure helps to ensure that the course material allows the facilitators to deliver the course in a logical arrangement. Consider the subjects as building bricks into learning: our facilitators slowly build towards a comprehensive picture of the entire topic.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before you enrol.

Something not covered here? Add it to your enquiry and we will answer it directly.

Who is this course designed for?

HR professionals, managers, team leaders, executives, people support staff and anyone responsible for improving employee engagement and retention.

What are the learning objectives of this course?

Participants learn to conduct employee engagement and retention practices effectively, use commonly used programs, manage communication and employee communication records, handle employee information and feedback, perform office management and scheduling, and implement best practices in employee engagement and retention work.

Do participants need any prior experience?

No. The programme is pitched at foundation to intermediate level and works well for mixed groups with different levels of prior experience.

What is the duration of the course?

Standard delivery is 2 full days, 9am to 5pm. We can also contextualise the workshop to 3 full days, 1 day, half day, 90 minutes or 60 minutes.

Is the programme available online?

Yes. We deliver interactive, facilitator-led virtual sessions with the same activities, discussion and practice as the in-person format.

Can this course be customised for our organisation?

Yes. We adapt the examples, terminology, activities, duration and action plans to your industry and objectives, without diluting the core capability or depth of learning.

What is the group size for this course?

Group sizes run from a minimum of 1 participant to a maximum of 25. Smaller groups allow more individual attention, and the format stays interactive at every size.

Will participants receive a certificate on completion?

Yes. Each course participant will receive a certification of training completion.

What training methodology do you use?

An active learning approach: short facilitator inputs, realistic employee scenarios, small-group practice, application to your own workplace situations, and structured reflection.

Will we receive course materials?

Yes. Each participant receives a learner’s guide, course handouts and the presentation slides used during the course, plus a certification of training completion.

Is there any pre-course preparation?

No formal pre-work is required. We do hold a pre-course consultation with you to understand your goals and context so the content lands well on the day.

Is there post-course support?

Yes. Participants keep all resources, and we provide post-course follow-up where applicable to help sustain application back at work.

Can the course be delivered at our workplace?

Yes. We deliver onsite at your premises in the Philippines, or at an arranged venue that we can recommend for you.

What are the technical requirements for online training?

A stable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, and access to the video platform agreed in advance. We share joining details and run a quick check beforehand.

How much does the course cost?

There are four options: USD 679.97 for a 60-minute lunch talk session, USD 259.97 per participant for a half day, USD 419.97 per participant for 1 day and USD 569.97 per participant for 2 days. Group discounts of up to 40% are available.

When is the next available date?

Contact us for the latest Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies course in Philippines schedules. Email [email protected] or send an enquiry using the form on this page.

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Six courses from our Philippines catalogue. Every one of them is delivered privately for your organisation, onsite, virtual or at an arranged venue.

Nationwide delivery

Available across the Philippines.

Our corporate training course is also available in the cities and provinces below. We deliver onsite at your premises, at an arranged venue, or live online wherever your team is based.

  • Quezon City
  • Manila
  • Davao City
  • Caloocan
  • Cebu City
  • Zamboanga City
  • Taguig
  • Antipolo
  • Pasig
  • Cagayan de Oro
  • Parañaque
  • Valenzuela
  • Bacoor
  • General Santos
  • Makati
  • Dasmariñas
  • Las Piñas
  • Mandaluyong
  • Bacolod
  • Muntinlupa
  • Angeles
  • Baguio
  • San Jose del Monte
  • Tarlac City
  • Calamba
  • Malolos
  • Santa Rosa
  • Iligan
  • Marikina
  • Navotas
  • Boracay (Aklan)
  • Palawan (Puerto Princesa City)
  • Bohol (Tagbilaran City)
  • Siargao (Surigao del Norte)
  • Coron (Palawan)
  • Vigan (Ilocos Sur)
  • Sagada (Mountain Province)
  • Batangas (Batangas City)
  • Batanes (Basco)
  • Dumaguete (Negros Oriental)

Next steps

From enquiry to delivery.

You will always know what happens next, and nothing is committed until you have seen the scope and the cost.

  1. STEP 01

    Send your enquiry

    Tell us your dates, numbers and preferred format using the form below.

  2. STEP 02

    Pre-course consultation

    We discuss your goals, audience and context so the content fits.

  3. STEP 03

    Receive a proposal

    Scope, schedule and quotation, with time to consider before agreeing.

  4. STEP 04

    Confirm and prepare

    Dates locked, materials prepared and the facilitator matched to your group.

  5. STEP 05

    Deliver and follow up

    The course runs, and post-course follow-up sustains it back at work.

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