MGMT 731 - Human Resource Development

Credit Hours: 3

This course examines Human Resource Development (HRD) as a field through the learning, development, and behavior of humans in social systems. These systems include but are not limited to, workforce, education, and family. Research from Management Science, Education, Psychology, and Sociology strengthen HRD theory and practice. The purpose of this course is to explore the integration of the individual into work organizations by examining work issues in learning, training, leadership, and psychosocial development. A primary focus of this course is on applied performance management informed by human sciences research as a tool that can be applied to productivity. Note: This course relates to, but is distinct from, MGMT 732 Human Resource Management.