Human Resource Development

Human Resource Development provides a comprehensive overview of the key topics, debates and themes in this increasingly important field. Written by a team of leading experts, the book balances research-led theory with industry best-practice to provide students with a definitive overview of HRD. The book draws on the international experience of its authors, covering topics as diverse as leadership and development; change and diversity; workplace learning and graduate employability. New to this edition:• Additional coverage of careers, career management and employability • Inclusion of topical subjects including employee engagement, skills shortage and business partnering• Improved student-friendly pedagogy including real life case studies, discussion questions and chapter summaries• Thoroughly updated references and web linksHuman Resource Development is an essential text for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students of HRD.