Standardizace řízení talentů na začátku kariéry v nadnárodních společnostech na příkladu firmy Edwards Lifesciences: výzvy, faktory úspěchu a metriky úspěšnosti

This paper examines the challenges, success factors and success metrics of standardising Early Career Talent Management (ECTM) within multinational corporations (MNCs). In today’s rapidly evolving labour market, investing in junior talent has become increasingly important as industries often require specialised skills that traditional education cannot provide, forcing companies to develop these skills internally. Despite the importance, ECTM is frequently operated through unstructured, locally managed processes. By examining Edwards Lifesciences’ ECTM through expert interviews, this study identifies common challenges in standardisation and highlights the importance of adopting a unified early career framework and terminology. Additionally, it explores key success factors, such as cross-functional collaboration and endorsement of senior leadership. Lastly, the study discusses effective methods for measuring ECTM success, including participants’ feedback and metrics like “time-to-productivity”. This thesis aims to offer actionable recommendations for building a scalable and effective ECTM foundation within MNCs.