Chapter Summary

Responsibilities relating to human resource development afford HR professionals with the opportunity to have a significant impact on the growth and development of the organization, and of the people within the organization.

In order to function successfully with respect to the functional area of workforce planning and employment, HR professionals must develop a working knowledge of related legislation. They also must develop facility with the key areas within HRD, specifically

  • OD

  • Training

  • Career development

  • Leadership development

  • Performance management

As with every other functional area, the ability to execute HRD related responsibilities effectively is predicated upon knowing and understanding the organization's strategic plan, ...

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