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 links Human Resource Development is an essential text for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students of HRD.