Human Resource Development

South-Western, Cengage Learning, 2012. — 690 p. — 6th ed. — ISBN: 0538480998, 9780538480994 Master the basics of human resource development with Human Resource Development! Providing you with a clear understanding of the concepts, processes, and practices that form the basis of success, this management text shows you how concepts and theory can be put into practice in a variety of organizations. Coverage includes strategic issues in HRD, employee behavior, implementing HRD programs, training, research and statistics, and team-based coverage.

This textbook outlines the four phases of the human resource development process—assessment, design, implementation, and evaluation—and explores the workplace socialization process, skills training programs, the importance of coaching, employee counseling, career development, and development activities for managers. The fourth edition incorporates recent research findings and industry trends. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Master the basics of human resource development with HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT! Providing you with a clear understanding of the concepts, processes, and practices that form the basis of success, this management text shows you how concepts and theory can be put into practice in a variety of organizations. Coverage includes strategic issues in HRD, employee behaviour, implementing HRD programs, training, research and statistics, and team-based coverage