Human Resources Training and Development as an Academic Discipline: Experiences and Perspectives
Subject Areas :Davood Ghorooneh 1 * , Fateme Sanaeipour 2 , Kobra Emami 3
1 - Ferdosi University
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3 - Ferdosi University
Keywords: Human resource training and development, Academic discipline, Core competencies.,
Abstract :
Human resource training and development (HRD) has become an interdisciplinary field of study as an important academic discipline. But the literature review shows that there is no consensus on components of this field. This research was conducted with the aim of studying the existing situation and determining the scope of HRD, using qualitative research approach and case study method. The population in this study was all resources related to the subject, curriculum of the top universities in this field, as well as specialists of HRD. Therefore, after studying theoretical fundamentals, the curriculum of the top 10 universities was studied. Also, with seven experienced professors interviewed, and four group interviews with employers and proctors of HRD were conducted through the focus group. The interviewees were selected in a purposeful way and systematic coding was used to analyze the data. The results of these three stages of research have shown that the most important areas of study in HRD are: training design, HRD strategies, application of modern learning technologies in HRD, managing learning programs, evaluating learning effectiveness, talent management, coaching and mentoring, knowledge management, change and innovation management, and performance improvement management. Also, competencies such as leadership development, strategic human resource management, business intelligence, organizational behavior analysis, communication skills, and benchmarking of HRD have been identified as core topics in this field.
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