UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

SCHEME OF WORK

Course Code : HRM549

Course Name : Human Resource Development

Level : Bachelor Degree

Credit Unit : 4

Contact Hours : 4

Part : 3

Course Status : Core

(Core/Non Core)

Prerequisite : HRM533

Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

1. Discuss the basic principles and the major concept of Human Resource Development.
(PLO2, C2)
2. Explain the implications and consequences of Human Resource Development efforts
in an organization. (PLO11, A3)
3. Organize a training program through application of learned knowledge and
demonstrate practical skills in solving human resource management issues. (PLO3,
P5)

Nama Fakulti: FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Tahun Mula: 2023

Nama Program: BBA (HONS) HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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Course Description

This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the human resource development field
which includes the roles of training and development in organizations, and the process of
strategic training and development to help an organization gain a competitive advantage.
Major topics include the training needs assessment process, the theories of learning and
transfer of training, the program design issues, and training evaluation which are used to
determine training effectiveness. Apart from that, this course will emphasize the different
types of training and development methods, and also the various approaches used to
develop employees. Contemporary issues such as legal issues, managing diversity and
inclusion, career challenges, as well as the future trends that influence training and
development will also be explored.

Syllabus Content

1.0 Introduction to Human Resource Development

1.1 HRD structure and functions

1.2 Role and competencies of HRD professionals
1.3 The forces influencing working and learning

2.0 Strategic Training

2.1 Learning organization

2.2 The strategic training and development process
2.3 Organizational characteristics that affect training

3.0 Training Needs Assessment

3.1 The needs assessment process

3.2 Needs assessment methods
3.3 Competency models

4.0 Learning and Transfer of Training

4.1 Learning theories

4.2 Transfer of training theory
4.3 The learning process

5.0 Training Program Design

5.1 The program design process

5.2 Considerations in designing training programs

6.0 Evaluating HRD Programs

6.1 Importance of training evaluation

6.2 The training evaluation process
6.3 Training outcomes
6.4 Training evaluation designs

Nama Fakulti: FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Tahun Mula: 2023

Nama Program: BBA (HONS) HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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7.0 Training Delivery

7.1 Traditional training methods

7.2 Technology-based training methods

8.0 Employee Development and Career Management

8.1 Comparison between training and development

8.2 Development planning process
8.3 Approaches to employee development

9.0 Issues in Training and Development

9.1 Contemporary issues in training and development

10.0 The Future of Training and Development

10.1 Effects of future trends on training

Teaching Methodology

Lecture
Discussion
Presentation
Demonstration
Blended Learning
Self-directed Learning

Assessment

Continuous Assessment
Quiz 10%
Individual Assignment: Video Presentation 15%
Group Assignment: Mock Training 35%
- Participants Development Program (PDP) 5%
- Training Proposal 5%
- Mock Training 15%
- Training Report 10%

Final Examination 40%

TOTAL 100%

Nama Fakulti: FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Tahun Mula: 2023

Nama Program: BBA (HONS) HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
© Hak Cipta Universiti Teknologi MARA
Recommended Text

Noe, R.A. (2023). Employee Training and Development (9th ed.). McGrawHill.

References

Blanchard, P.N., & Thacker, J.W. (2019). Effective Training: Systems, Strategies, and
Practices (6th ed.). Chicago Business Press.

Delahaye, B., & Choy, S. (2017). Human Resource Development: Learning, Knowing and
Growing (4th ed.). Tilde Publishing and Distribution.

Silbermain, M., & Biech, E. (2015). Active Training: A Handbook of Techniques, Designs,
Case Examples, and Tips ((4th ed.). John Willey & Sons Inc.

Nama Fakulti: FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Tahun Mula: 2023

Nama Program: BBA (HONS) HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
© Hak Cipta Universiti Teknologi MARA