PMAS Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi

University Institute of Information Technology

MGT-683
Human Resource Development

Class: BBA Semester: Fall 2023

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Counseling Hours: 3(3-0)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Human development and human resource development, Dimensions and targets of

development, Understanding group Behaviour, Emotional facet, Human development index,
relations and performance, Diversity in personality, learning and perception, Attitudes, self-
concept and values, Communication (verbal and non-verbal), motivation ,Leadership,
Transactional Analysis, Personal development, Teams and creative problem solving, Team
dynamics, Global diversity, HRD history & background, Human resources & economic
development, Sectors of society, Education as target of HRD, Environment, HDI and gender
sensitivity, Entrepreneurship, Pubic private partnership, Good Governance, Using non-
governmental organizations, Decentralization and enhancement of participation, Mobilizing
resources ,Enhancing coordination, Professionalizing government, Government priorities and
policies.

DELIVERY METHODS/LEARNING ACTIVITIES:

The following delivery methods/learning activities may be used in this course:

 Structured experiential exercises
 Lectures
 Videos
 Individual and team in-class assignments
 Classroom discussions
 Self-evaluation exercises/activities
 WebCT on-line discussion and assignments
 Case studies
 Presentations
 Peer/self assessments

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MY TEACHING PHILOSOPHY:
I see the opportunity of application of the concepts delivered during lecture as vitally
important for learning. It will be my job to provide you with the theory with application
oriented assignments. I assure you that with your active participation in class and
assignments, you would be able to develop your management skill set along enjoying the
subject.
ASSESSMENT SCHEME:

Mid-term examination 25%

Courseworks & Class participation 25%
Unseen three hour examintion 50%

READING MATERIALS:

Core texts:
1. Human Resource Development by Jon and Randy 5th Edition
2. Personnel Management by Edwin Flippo
3. Human Resource & Personnel Management by Wert.hen Davis
4. Designing and Managing Human Resource Systems by Udai Pareek & Rao
5. Training by Michael Jinks
6. Training for Development by Udai Pareek & R.P. Lynton
7. Strategic Prospects For HRM Current Trends in HRD by Shaun Tyson
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS:

1. Grades: Letter grades will be assigned based on the university’s standard

grading scale.
2. Assignments: In fairness to students who complete assignments on time, late
assignments will not be accepted. You must turn in the assigments at the end
of the lecture on the day they are due.
3. Attendance: Regular classroom attendance is mandatory. Absence from
lectures will negatively affect your grade as per university rules.
4. Minimising disruptions: All cell phones should be turned off during class. Do
not involve in side conversations.
5. Being prepared for class: you should be ready to discuss any assigned
readings and to answer any assigned questions for each day’s class, including
being ready to open a case assigned for that day.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:

Academic dishonesty is an offence that will not be tolerated in any form. Any student who is
involved in any such activity will be penalised to the fullest extent possible allowed by
university regulations. If you have any doubts about whether an action constitutes academic
dishonesty, before consult with your instructor before taking the action.

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LECTURE PLAN:

WEEK # Topic

Week 1  HRD, concept, benefits, pre-requisites

 its distinction from HRM, HRD as a total system,

Week 2
modern HRD mechanisms

 Development: Analyzing the role for development,

Week 3 Management development: concept, need, and
management development methods.

 Performance appraisal Concept, need, objectives,

Week 4
methods, obstacles, designing effective appraisal system,

Week 5  performance appraisal in Pakistani organizations.

 Potential appraisal, Concept, need, procedures,

Week 6
requirements of a good appraisal system,

 Training, Training methods, evaluation of training,

Week 7
Quality of work life (QWL),

 Job enrichment, Quality Circles, concept, structure, role

Week 8
of management

Week 9  Training programs Succession

Week 10  Plans Motivation and employee engagement.

 HRA: introduction, scope, limitations, methods,

Week 11
Management of careers

Week 12  Performance management

Week 13  Performance Appraisals

Week 14  Career development

Week 15  Coaching and mentoring Leadership development

Week 16  Presentations

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