HRM08013 2016 Employee Learning and Talent Development
Full Title
Employee Learning and Talent Development
Transcript Title
Employee Learning
Code
HRM08013
Attendance
75 %
Subject Area
HRM - Human Resource Management
Department
BUS - Business
Level
08 - NFQ Level 8
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2016 - Full Academic Year 2016-17
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Colette Armstrong, Caroline Casey, Mary Gilmartin
Programme Membership
SG_BGENE_K08 201600 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in General Stream (Add-on)
SG_BHRMS_K08 201600 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in HRM Stream (Add-on)
SG_BBUSI_H08 201900 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business L8 (Ab-initio)
Description
This subject aims to provide students with a firm grounding in current theory and practice of employee learning and talent development and to develop a level of confidence and basic skills in coaching, training design, delivery and evaluation.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Describe, compare & critically evaluate a range of theories & concepts related to individual & organisational learning.
2.
Critically discuss the main components of the training design and delivery process.
3.
Describe & critically evaluate the role of evaluation within managing learning & talent development.
4.
Conduct, observe and provide feedback with regard to a one to one business coaching session.
5.
Design & deliver a training event on a business related topic.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
A combination of lectures (live and /or recorded), videos, class discussions, guest speakers, case studies, guided readings and practical skill workshops are used to enable students to relate to and understand module concepts and their application.
Module Assessment Strategies
A combination of in class exercises, multiple choice tests, written research reports, oral presentations, skill demonstrations and end of semeseter examination will be used as appropriate, for formative and/or summative assessment.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat end of semester examination and/or repeat continuous assessment, as appropriate
Indicative Syllabus
Learning theories & how they connect to learning & talent development in practice.
Learning & talent development - practical strategies
Practical training skills-devise, conduct and evaluate a learning event
Designing & evaluating talent development
Practical coaching skills - deliver, observe and provide feedback on a one to one coaching session
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Design, deliver and evaluate a training event | Continuous Assessment | Practical Evaluation | 20 % | Week 4 | 2,5 |
| 2 | Practical Evaluation of Coaching Skills | Continuous Assessment | Practical Evaluation | 20 % | Week 7 | 4 |
| 3 | Personal Development Plan | Continuous Assessment | Individual Project | 10 % | Week 2 | 4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Written examination | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 50 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
| Tutorial | Flat Classroom | Tutorial | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Independent Learning | 8 | Weekly | 8.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
2016-05-01 Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development
ISBN 1843984083 ISBN-13 9781843984085
2016-05-01 Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development
ISBN 1843984083 ISBN-13 9781843984085
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Other Core Texts
Stewart, J & Rigg, C. (2011) Learning & Talent Development. CIPD London
Lawson, K (2016) The Trainers Handbook. 4th edition, Wiley Pfeiffer;
Truelove, S. (2010) Training in Practice. CIPD London
Page-Tickell, R. (2014) Learning and Development, Kogn Page London
Red, M.A., Barrington H., Brown, M. (2004) Human Resource Development, CIPD London
Paine, N. (2014) The Learning Challenge, Kogan Page, London.
Recommended Reading
Buckley, R & Caple, J.(2009). The Theory & Practice of Training. 6th ed. Kogan Page London
Harrison, R(2009). Learning & Development. 5th Ed. CIPD London
Hogan, C & Cahir O'Donnell, A (eds) (2009). Developing Managers & Leaders. Gill & MacMillan. Dublin
Garavan, T., Hogan, C., Cahir-O'Donnell, A (2003) Making Training & Development Work: A Best Proactice Guide. Oaktree Press.
Gunnigle, P.; Heraty, N; Morley. MJ (2011) Human Resource Management in Ireland 4rd ed. Dublin: Gill and Macmillan
Hackett, P. (2003) Training practice. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Martin, M. and Jackson, T. (2005) Personnel practice. 4th ed. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Megginson, D. and Whitaker, V. (2007) Continuing professional development. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Department.
URL Resources
http://www.cipd.co.uk/global/europe/ireland/
http://itsligo.learnonline.ie/course/view.php?id=132
Other Resources
Recommended Journals: People Management; Human Resource Management Journal; Personnel Review; Human Resource Management Review; International Journal of Human Resource Management; Human Resource Planning; Human Resource Development International
DVDs: Ten Training Tips, John Townsend
Case Studies: CIPD Case Studies Club
Additional Information
None