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Human resource development : theory and practice / edited by Jeff Gold ... [et al.]. - Basingstoke ; New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2010. - xv, 488 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Encountering HRD -- The nature and scope of HRD -- Strategic HRD and the learning and development function -- National HRD policies and practice -- Learning theories and principles -- The identification of training needs -- The design and delivery of training -- Evaluation of HRD -- Workplace learning and knowledge management -- Management development -- Leadership development -- Teams and team development -- HRD and diversity -- E-learning -- Contrasting contexts of HRD practice -- Continuing professional development and lifelong learning -- Graduates and graduate employment -- Corss-cultural HRD -- The future of human resource development.

"This book is a comprehensive and critical evaluation of the theory and practice of HRD. Ideally suited for undergraduates, it guides students through key contemporary topics. Written by a team of leading academic experts and packed with learning activities and real world examples, it is essential reading for any student studying HRD"--Provided by publisher.

ISBN: 9780230216877 (pbk.) 0230216870 (pbk.)

LCCN: 2009047008

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Employees--Training of.
Personnel management.

LC Class. No.: HF5549.5.T7 / H845 2010