This unit gives students knowledge of key areas for a career in human resource
development and management positions where employee training and development
are part of their role.
This unit will give students knowledge of the different factors involved in diagnosing
the skills, training and development requirements for their future employees and for
their individual career goals. Students will be introduced to the concept of highperformance workplaces and the strategic benefits this can bring to an organisation.
They will recognise that their professional development is just one route to improving
the performance of the teams and organisations in which they work. Students will
plan towards achieving their career goals while becoming aware of the context in
which learning takes place and how development needs are linked to learning
interventions aimed at supporting an organisation’s strategy.
On successful completion of this unit, students will have laid the foundations for their
continuing professional development, which will support them in becoming engaged
in lifelong learning. They will be able to contribute to the development of others and
make a positive contribution to the sustainable growth of an organisation.