Human Resource Development

This core textbook on human resource development (HRD) focusses on a topic that has emerged as one of the most dynamic and multifaceted areas of business and management for both academics and practitioners. Providing an engaging and succinct discussion of the topic this textbook tackles HRD from a basic introductory level covering the major areas of HRD including strategic HRD the interaction between leadership talent management and HRD and HRD in large and small enterprises. With a unique blend of theory and practice alongside innovative learning tools such as videos and active case studies this text will help students to succeed in their HRD courses and to develop important practical skills for their future career.This is the perfect textbook for first and second year undergraduate students as well as for post-experience students studying introductory modules on Human Resource Development Training and Development or Learning and Development.Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources/human-resource-development. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.