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Archived Version 2010 - 2011

Module Title Organisational Training & Development
Module Code HR507
School DCUBS

Online Module Resources

Module Co-ordinatorProf Finian BuckleyOffice NumberQ328
NFQ level 9 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

The module reviews the history and development of organisational training and development. It takes participants through the assessment of training needs, the matching of trainees and training programme, the variety of programme types, programme design skills and programme evaluation. It highlights the importance of thoroughly assessing learner needs before any training design is engaged upon. Ethical issues associated trainee assessment and development central to this module. Participants are encouraged to be adaptive and creative when designing training interventions to facilitate the range of learner needs, styles, motivations and individual differences.

Learning Outcomes

1. Draw from the variety of training traditions when assessing and designing training programmes
2. Assess trainee readiness for training intervention
3. Determine training needs using a variety of analytic tools
4. Design appropriate training programmes
5. Develop tailored training/learning interventions
6. Present and Defend Training Plan



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24No Description
Assignment Completion48Case Analysis and Solution Setting
Group work6Group Presentation preparation
Independent Study48Preparation reading and reviewing for each class meeting
Total Workload: 126

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

History of Training

Learning Theory Applied to Training
Applying various learning models, from cognitive approaches to goal setting to adult learning to coaching

Training Needs Analysis
Models of TNA and Analytic Tools

Learner Readiness
Assessing KSA's and competencies of trainees prior to training design

Training Programme Design
Tools and Approaches to Training Programme Design

Assessing Training Programme Effectiveness
Mutiple outcome assessment

Management Development
Effecting Change as Learning

Leadership Development
Internal to External - Consistent to Dynamic

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

    Other Resources

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