Human Resource Development: Foundations, Process, Context

ISBN-13: 9780230247109 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 456 str.

Stephen Gibb

Opis

Who succeeds and why? Individuals and organizations turn potential into performance through human resource development (HRD). Fully revised and updated, the third edition of Human Resource Development provides a thorough introduction to the processes, practices and perspectives of HRD.

Spis treści

Introduction to Human Resource Development PART I: PROCESS HRD Needs: People, Work and Organisations Designing for HRD: Principle and Applications Managing Workplace HRD in Action HRD Quality: Reviewing and Evaluating HRD and Theory PART II: PRACTICES HRD Strategies: Systems, Roles and Outcomes Development Partnerships: Coaching and Mentoring Learning in Groups Technology Change and HRD HRD Provider Organisations PART III: PERSPECTIVES Workplace HRD and Public Policy Knowledge Management and Communities of Practice Diversity Themes and HRD Strategic HRD Looking Ahead

O autorze

STEPHEN GIBB is Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management at the University of Strathclyde Business School, UK.

Blurb

Who succeeds and why? Individuals and organizations turn potential into performance through human resource development (HRD). Fully revised and updated, the third edition of Human Resource Development provides a thorough introduction to the processes, practices and perspectives of HRD.

New to this edition:
Improved international coverage
Stronger theoretical model
Additional case studies and practical activities
Extended coverage of talent management, self-development and management leadership
New pedagogy to challenge students' critical thinking skills

Human Resource Development 3rd Edition is an ideal resource for students studying on both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in HRD and human resource management. It is also suitable for students studying for CIPD qualifications.

Stephen Gibb is a senior lecturer at the University of Strathclyde and an experienced researcher and teacher of human resource development and employment. He has developed undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in HRD and advised many organizations on the subject.