Managing Learning and Development in Organisations

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School:

School of Education and Professional Development

Credit Rating:

Level (including FHEQ):

M (FHEQ Level 7)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2021-11-01

Module Leader:

Sean Walton

Version Number

2022.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Seminar

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Synopsis

This module aims to help students develop a systematic understanding of the links between learning and development, organisation goals and broader human resource policies and practice in a variety of organisational contexts. It explores how the learning and development agenda can be promoted by examining learning & development policies, roles, functions. It evaluates alternative strategies, methods and techniques for establishing learning and development needs, and critically reviews the importance of learning and development policies that are consistent with organisational goals. The management of financial, technological and human resources to support the learning and development function will be critically analysed. The module will be delivered through an action learning approach that supports students undertaking case study activity to support learning.

Learning Strategy

Lectures, seminars, ALS, workshops, tutorials, private study.The independent study will consist of background reading for the substantive content of the module and library-based research.The assessment will consist of empirical research, the analysis of primary and secondary data, the collection of references and library research.Distance learning methods will include synchronous workshops … For more content click the Read More button below. International Dimension: teaching and learning strategy are adopted to meet the needs of individual students irrespective of their employment status.

Lectures, seminars, ALS, workshops, tutorials, private study.
The independent study will consist of background reading for the substantive content of the module and library-based research.
The assessment will consist of empirical research, the analysis of primary and secondary data, the collection of references and library research.
Distance learning methods will include synchronous workshops and discussions and tutorials through communication technology (such as Teams) and asynchronous activities such as recorded presentations, guided reading, discussions supported through technology (such as discussion boards, Padlet) and interactive quizzes.

International Dimension: teaching and learning strategy are adopted to meet the needs of individual students irrespective of their employment status.

Outline Syllabus

It examines strategies for promoting learning and development in the organisation (CPD, Knowledge Transfer, etc.) Theories of Human Resource Development and Principles of Adult Learning and learning preferences. The management of financial, physical and technological resources to support the learning and development function. Explores the implications of local and national strategies and trends that impact on learning and development function. Explores the political, cultural and ethical issues that influence Learning and Development Practitioners. Gaining strategic advantage through the identification, development and implementation of structures and cultures that best support the organisational learning needs and the provision of learning opportunities for all members of the organisation. The evaluation and assessment of the contribution of learning to the business. Consideration of the political, diversity and equal opportunities issues of relevance to a Learning and Development Manager. The benefits of a written learning and development policy. Developing people at all levels within an organisation. The range, purpose and techniques for career management and guidance in the workplace.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will

Develops a detailed and systematic understanding of the relationships between the learning and development function and organisational strategies and structures.

Demonstrates a critical awareness of the significance of policy and social trends that impact on learning and development function.

Systematically understands the principles of evaluation in determining the effectiveness of learning and development polices and procedures.

Articulate clearly how strategic improvements to the learning and development function might be achieved within the organisational climate.

Critically analyses and evaluates the role of learning and development within the organisation and its contributions to achieving organisation goals.

Critically reviews and assesses the current trends and challenges impacting on managing learning and development of personnel.

Evaluates the use of functions, processes and resources in managing learning and development in organisations.

Identify and formulate strategies and potential solutions to issues identified.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written plan

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Description:A report (6,000 words) analysing the learning and development function within an organisation. The report should provide clarity in identifying and understanding issues relating to managing learning and development in organisations. The report should include a theoretical analysis of the issues with clear recommendations for enhancement, resolution or change where appropriate and should cover all of the learning outcomes for the module.

Assessment Weight:100

Assessment Length:6000 Words (Word Count)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO1, MLO2, MLO3, MLO4, MLO5, MLO6, MLO7, MLO8

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:Yes

Marked Anonymously:No

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:No

Assessment Criteria

In the assignment the student will demonstrate an analysis of critical engagement with relevant theory and a high level of evaluation, analysis and synthesis showing how these apply to the student’s professional practice.

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