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Core Module Information
Module title: Human Resource Development
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: HRM09902
Module leader: Rowan McGovern
School The Business School
Subject area group: Human Resource Management
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

Human Resource Development (HRD) is a growing field of research and practice. On this course you will learn the theories and models of strategic HRD and how individuals and organisations can effectively learn, utilising specific learning strategies. You will also study the key stages of the Systematic Training Cycle, as well as the theoretical underpinnings of e-learning and their implications for HRD practice. In addition, you will consider the impact of HRD on activities relating to Organisational Knowledge Management, Management Development and Career Development.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Examine the concept of Human Resource Development as an emerging field of research and practice.

LO2: Critically appraise various theoretical models of Strategic Human Resource Development and apply them in appropriate ways.

LO3: Critically analyse the key activities of the Systematic Training Cycle.

LO4: Discuss the theories of e-learning and consider their implications for Human Resource Development practice.

LO5: Evaluate the impact of Human Resource Development on other organisational activities such as Organisational Learning, Knowledge Management, Management Development and Career Development.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: HONG KONG
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Rowan McGovern
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 12 You will engage in 4 x 3 hour face to face lectures introducing you to the module content. These sessions will include interactive activities and discussions to enhance your learning experience.
Face To Face Tutorial 12 You will engage in group tutorials, which will be delivered in person, facilitate by your local tutor. The sessions are designed to allow you to have in-depth discussions on the module material.
Independent Learning On-demand Webinar 1 You will engage in an online webinar session with the module leader. This session is designed to support your studies, specifically in relation to the C2 Assessment.
Online Guided independent study 175 You are expected to actively engage in independent study activities, such as reading, conducting literature searches, and preparing for assessments
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Presentation 30 3 Week 8 HOURS= 10 minutes You will work collaboratively to investigate a named Human Resource Development issue, providing solutions and prepare an oral presentation, aided by power point slides where appropriate. You will be asked to record the presentation and upload to moodle.
Report 70 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 2500 words You will work from a case study, solving a corporate L&D problem. You will critically analyse the case using Human Resource Development theory and provide written recommendations for practice.
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Human Resource Development (HK)
 

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