Human resource development: theory and practice (2nd edition.)

Human Resource Development provides a comprehensive overview of the key topics, debates and themes in this increasingly important field. Written by a team of leading experts, the book balances research-led theory with industry best-practice to provide students with a definitive overview of HRD. The book draws on the international experience of its authors, covering topics as diverse as leadership and development; change and diversity; workplace learning and graduate employability.

New to this edition:

- Additional coverage of careers, career management and employability
- Inclusion of topical subjects including employee engagement, skills shortage and business partnering
- Improved student-friendly pedagogy including real life case studies, discussion questions and chapter summaries
- Thoroughly updated references and web links

Human Resource Development is an essential text for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students of HRD.