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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
HRM And OD: Theory And Practice
Reference BS4327 Version 5
Created August 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved July 2019 SCQF Points 15
Amended August 2021 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
The aim of this module is to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant research and current policy and practice on learning and development in organisations.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Explain and critically appraise the role and management of learning and development in organisations.
2 Identify and critically analyse different issues, theories and debates relating to learning and development in organisations.
3 Compare and contrast different perspectives and approaches to learning and development in organisations.
4 Critically evaluate leadership and management development within the workplace.

Indicative Module Content
L&D in organisations, the L&D cycle, learning theory, diversity, leadership L&D, coaching and mentoring

Module Delivery

The module is delivered by workshops, seminars, interactive group work, case study tutorials and directed self-study.


Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 36 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 114 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Essay

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Beevers, K. and Rea, A. and Hayden, (2020) Learning and Development Practice in the Workplace. 3rd ed. London: Chartered Institute of personnel and Development
2 Mankin, D. (2009) Human Resource Development. Oxford: Oxford University
3 McGuire, D. (2014) Human Resource Development. 2nd ed. London: Sage


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