Foundations of human resource development /
Swanson, Richard A., 1942-
Foundations of human resource development / Richard A. Swanson. - Third Edition. - xxi, 568 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm. - A publication in the Berrett-Koehler organizational performance series .
Revised edition of Foundations of human resource development, c2009.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"Human resource development (HRD) is a large field of practice but a relatively young academic discipline. For the last two decades, Foundations of Human Resource Development has fulfilled the field's need for a complete and thoughtful foundational text. This essential text provides an up-to-date overview of the HRD profession, along with the terminology and processes required for sound HRD research and practice. Readers will gain a basic understanding of HRD models and theories that support best practice. The history and philosophical foundations of the field. HRD's role in learning, performance, and change in organizations This new edition has been updated throughout and contains new chapters on assessment, technology, globalization, and future challenges. Examples of best practices are included, along with variations in core thinking, processes, interventions, tools, and much more. This must-have reference will help both practitioners and academics add clarity to their professional journeys"--
9781523092093 9781523092109
2021034206
Employees--Training of.
Personnel management.
Manpower planning.
Human capital.
HF5549.5.T7 / S883 2022
658.3 SWA
Foundations of human resource development / Richard A. Swanson. - Third Edition. - xxi, 568 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm. - A publication in the Berrett-Koehler organizational performance series .
Revised edition of Foundations of human resource development, c2009.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"Human resource development (HRD) is a large field of practice but a relatively young academic discipline. For the last two decades, Foundations of Human Resource Development has fulfilled the field's need for a complete and thoughtful foundational text. This essential text provides an up-to-date overview of the HRD profession, along with the terminology and processes required for sound HRD research and practice. Readers will gain a basic understanding of HRD models and theories that support best practice. The history and philosophical foundations of the field. HRD's role in learning, performance, and change in organizations This new edition has been updated throughout and contains new chapters on assessment, technology, globalization, and future challenges. Examples of best practices are included, along with variations in core thinking, processes, interventions, tools, and much more. This must-have reference will help both practitioners and academics add clarity to their professional journeys"--
9781523092093 9781523092109
2021034206
Employees--Training of.
Personnel management.
Manpower planning.
Human capital.
HF5549.5.T7 / S883 2022
658.3 SWA