4438 (v.4) Human Resource Management (Training and Development) 212

Area:

School of Management

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Seminar:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

4436 (v.4) Human Resource Management (Introduction) 200 or any previous version

Syllabus:

An opportunity to develop knowledge and skill on the field of training and development. Participation in a wide range of activities appropriate to the training function. The culmination of the learning experience is the presentation of a training session.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - Become familiar with the functions and purposes of training and development within enterprises. Acquired sound theoretical knowledge of pertinent aspects of these areas through reading and research the focus of the course is on the development of practical expertise in training and communication and interpersonal skills. Defined and discussed the role of training and development in the enterprise. Identified training needs and defined training requirements. Designed and developed training plans, programs and assessment methods. Organised appropriate training resources. Delivered and evaluated training. Assessed and reviewed progress of trainees. Maintained training records and reports on training. Evaluated the cost effectiveness of training. Discussed and evaluated current policies and trends in the field.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Candy, P. (1995). Developing Lifelong Learners Through Undergradute Education. , AGPS NBEET. Craig, R.L. (1976). Training and Development Handbook. (second edition). New York, McGraw Hill. Davies, A., Macleod, J., Williams, C., Hughes, A., Cross, M., Stock, J. and Garbett, J. (1987). The Managment of Training. (vol 7). Parthenon Press. Donaldson, L. and Scannell, E. (1986). Human Resource Development. (second edition). , Addison Wesley. Feldman, D. (1998). Managing Careers in Organisations. New York, Scott Forseman. Friedman, P.G. and Yarborough, E.A. (1985). Training Strategies From Start to Finish. New York, Prentice Hall. Goldstein, I. (1993). Training Organistions. (third edition). California, Brooks Cole. Knowles, M. (1984). The Adult Learner: A Neglected Species. (third edition). Houston, Gulf Publishing. Kroehnert, G. (1990). Basic Training for Trainers. Sydney, McGraw Hill. Long, D.G. (1990). Learner Managed Learning. , Astam.

Unit Texts:

Laird, D. (1985). Approaches To Training and Development. (second edition) Massachusetts, Addision Wesley. Noe, R.A. (2002). Employee Training and Development. (second edition). New York, McGraw Hill.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Individual Paper 20%, Group Training Session 20%, Group Project Report 20%, Final Examination 40%. This is done by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	S'pore HR Institute	Trimester 3A	Y