Human Resource Development

MGMT 3025

Introduction to Human Resource

Development

Dr. Sterling Frost

 To be covered in this session:

- Contact details
- Lecture hours
- Classroom conduct
- Textbook
- My eLearning
- Course assessment
- Topics to be covered in the course
- Coursework
- Introduction to HRD
 OFFICE 108-3

EMAIL ADDRESS:
Jacqueline.Stephenson@sta.uwi.edu

OFFICE HOURS:
Wednesdays – 5-7PM
(OR Email for an appointment)
 Day Lectures:

Wednesdays 2pm to 5pm

In each 3 hour session:

**2 hour lectures
**In class tutorials (questions, quizzes, case studies)

**
**Independent study – 6 hours
Ground rules for classroom conduct
- Be respectful and civil at all times.
- Switch-off/turn to silent all cellular phones before the
start of each class session.
- Do not consume food during the class
- Read all assigned material and attempt all assigned
questions.
- Participate in class discussions.
- Questions on the subject matter are welcomed at any
time.
- Deadlines are firm! Please plan your work
accordingly.
 Required textbook:

Human resource development.

Randy L. DeSimone and Jon M. Werner (6th edition)

**Available for loan at the Alma Jordan Library

**May be purchased at the UWI Bookshop
 My e-learning

- Please check my e-learning frequently.

- I will post updates on the course, power point
handouts of lecture notes, quizzes, articles to be read,
video and/or audio files.
- Use my e-learning to engage with the discussions on
the course topics.
- You may post any questions which you have.
 Topics to be covered during the course:

- Introduction to Human Resource Development

- Learning and HRD
- Assessment of HRD Needs
- Designing Effective Training programs
- Employee Socialization and Orientation
- Performance Management and Coaching
- Employee Counselling Services
- Career Management and Development
- Management Development
 COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Class quizzes 10%

Mid semester examinations 30%

Final examination 60%

 FINAL EXAM (60%)
The final examination will test the material covered
in the course.

Students will have two (2) hours to complete this

exam.
Introduction to Human Resource
Development
At the end of this session, students
should be able to:
• Define HRD
• Recognise the context of HRD vis-à-vis- HRM
• Identify the value of HRD for individuals,
organisations and society
• Discuss current issues/challenges for HRD
 Importance of Human Resources

Human resources are an important part of

organisations:-

• They can be unique.

• They can represent the organization’s core
competencies, which in turn contribute to the
organization’s competitive advantage
How is HRM related to HRD?
How is HRM related to HRD?
Defining Human Resource Development

“…a set of systematic and planned activities designed by

an organization to provide its members with the
opportunities to learn necessary skills to meet current
and future job demands.”
Hamlin and Stewart (2011) identified
four core purposes of HRD:
1. improving individual or group effectiveness
and performance;
2. improving organisational effectiveness and
performance;
3. developing knowledge, skills and
competencies; and
4. enhancing human potential and personal
growth
 HRD encompasses:
1. training and development
2. education and training
3. technical training
4. personal development
5. career development
6. leadership development
7. management development
8. performance improvement
9. coaching
10. talent management
 Sample HRD Jobs

• Executive/Manager
• HR Advisor
• HR Systems Designer/Developer
• Organization Change Agent
• Organization Design Consultant
• Learning Program Specialist
 Value of HRD for individuals
To fulfil potential
To remain employable
To facilitate learning and change
To enhance self-worth/self-esteem
To enhance employability and expertise
 Value of HRD for organisations
To facilitate organisational learning
To enhance organisational performance and
profitability
To reinforce and manage the culture of the
organisation
To encourage and facilitate compliance with external
regulatory requirements
 Value of HRD for society
To contribute to the development of human capital
To enhance the culture of a country
To build communities
To enhance the well being of people in society
 Note the differences
Training is the process of acquiring KSA’s to
perform a specific role effectively (short term
focus).

Development is an ongoing of skills and

knowledge aimed at long-term career growth.

Education is generally associated with schools,

universities and colleges.
 Challenges for HRD
• Changing workforce demographics
(diversity)
• Need for lifelong learning
• Globalisation
• Technology

Can you think of any other challenges?

HRD cycle
The HRD Process
 Review questions
1. What is HRD?

2. Why is HRD important to:

• Individuals
• Organisations
• Society?

3. What are the challenges facing the field of

HRD?
Thank you!