THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES, ST. AUGUSTINE
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
MGMT 3025 – HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
COURSE OUTLINE
No. Of Credits: 3
Level: III
Pre-Requisites: MGMT 3017 – Human Resource Management
Course Description
This course is designed to expose students to the issues, techniques and skills associated specifically with the training and development function in organisations. It will expand on the Human Resource Development module covered in the capstone Human Resource Management Course.
COURSE RATIONALE
The general objective of the course is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the concepts, processes and practices of HRD. Emphasis will be place on examining proven practices and techniques and a practicum application in the preparation and delivery of material learnt will be facilitated.
Human Resources Development is recognized within the Human Resources Management field as a planned effort designed to improve both individual and corporate performance.
Instructor’s Information
Name: Miss. Eileen Knight
Office: Rm. 216, Department of Management Studies
Phone: 662.2002 ext. 83298
E- Mail address: Eileen.knight@sta.uwi.edu
Office Hours: Wednesdays – 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Letter to Students
Welcome to the Human Resources Development (HRD) course. It is expected that with hard work we will have a fruitful and enjoyable learning experience. Once again welcome it is great to have you on-board.
Content
1. Introduction to Human Resources(Week 1)
Defining Human Resources Development a. The Evolution of HRD b. Strategic HRD c. The Relationship between HRD and Human Resources Management d. HRD Functions e. Roles and Competencies of HRD Professionals
2. Organization-Wide Learning Issues (Week 2) a. The Theory of the Learning Organization b. The Learning