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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Human Resource Development
Reference BS4338 Version 2
Created January 2024 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved July 2019 SCQF Points 15
Amended March 2024 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
The aim of this module is to provide a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant concepts, theories and models in learning and development in organisations.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 To critically discuss strategic alignment of learning and development in organisations
2 To assess how learning theories underpin learning and development approaches in organisations
3 To examine the benefits and limitations of different learning and development approaches in organisations
4 To illustrate the effectiveness of leadership development in organisations

Indicative Module Content
Strategic human resource development, learning theories, learning and development cycle, leadership development, sustainability/diversity and inclusion

Module Delivery

The module is delivered by lectures, tutorials including interactive group work and case studies, 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: Written assessment

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


Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781