HRM 245 Learning, Development, and Performance Management

5 credits

This course covers the principles of learning and how to facilitate training and align learning objectives to organizational goals. Students also learn how to build an effective performance management program by understanding the advantages of integrating human resource (HR) and strategic planning.

Prerequisites: ABED 40 (or placement into MATH 87 or higher) and ENGL 99 (or placement into ENGL& 101)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define training, facilitation, learning, and development in the context of organizations
Identify the principles of learning and describe how they facilitate development
Explain the components of a learning and development needs assessment
Link learning and development objectives to organizational goals
Recognize the major societal trends in performance management
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of evaluation criteria
Explain the purpose, characteristics, methods, and communication techniques of an effective performance management program
Develop a clear line of sight between performance management and organizational goals
Develop an HR topic learning and development session
Work cooperatively in a team to create a successful learning and development presentation

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50