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Human Resource Development

Human Resource Development

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Course Overview

This diploma program provides learners with comprehensive knowledge and applied skills in Human Resource Development (HRD). It emphasizes employee training, performance management, organizational learning, and talent development. Participants will gain the competence to design HRD strategies, implement training programs, and support organizational growth through people development. The program is designed for HR professionals, managers, and individuals seeking to specialize in workforce development and organizational leadership.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Human Resource Development
Total Credits 40
Guided Learning Hours 400
Qualification Time 400
  1. Foundations of Human Resource Development Reviews the scope, history, and importance of HRD in organizations.

  2. Learning and Development Strategies Explains training needs analysis, instructional design, and adult learning principles.

  3. Performance Management and Appraisal Systems Covers goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback mechanisms.

  4. Talent Management and Succession Planning Focuses on identifying, developing, and retaining high‑potential employees.

  5. Organizational Behaviour and Change Management Reviews motivation, culture, and strategies for managing organizational change.

  6. Employee Engagement and Motivation Explains engagement models, recognition systems, and workplace wellbeing.

  7. Leadership Development and Coaching Introduces coaching frameworks, mentoring, and leadership pipeline development.

  8. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in HRD Covers inclusive practices, cultural competence, and compliance with workplace equality standards.

  9. HR Analytics and Data‑Driven Decision Making Reviews workforce metrics, predictive analytics, and evidence‑based HRD strategies.

  10. Capstone Project in Human Resource Development Learners apply knowledge to design a comprehensive HRD strategy for a simulated organization.

  • Builds advanced knowledge of HRD principles and practices

  • Enhances ability to design and implement training and development programs

  • Strengthens skills in performance management, talent development, and succession planning

  • Provides tools for data‑driven HR decision‑making and organizational change

  • Offers recognized certification to support career progression in HR and leadership roles

  • HR professionals and managers

  • Training and development specialists

  • Business leaders seeking to strengthen workforce capabilities

  • Students progressing from Level 3 or 4 business/HR qualifications

  • Individuals preparing for postgraduate studies in HRM or organizational leadership

  • Assessment Type: Written exam + case study + project

  • Format: MCQs, short answers, applied case study, and HRD strategy project

  • Total Questions: 80 theory + 1 case study + 1 project

  • Passing Score: 70%

  • Duration: 2.5 hours (written) + 4 weeks (project submission)

  • Certification: Diploma in Human Resource Development

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