Learning and Employee Development

Overview

• Credit value: 15 credits at Level 5
• Convenor: Dr Aly Kelleher
• Assessment: a 1500-word report plus a 5-7-minute presentation (100%)

Module description

In this module we introduce the theory and practice of the development of people at work. We will cover a wide range of topics including an examination of the national and organisational context for employee development, a review of some of the psychological processes influencing adult learning, examination of the training cycle and discussion of key ways in which employees are developed in contemporary organisations.

Indicative syllabus

• Systematic analysis - learning and development as a professional practice
• Theories of learning
• Learning culture and key organisational analysis frameworks
• Employee development
• Formal and informal employee development
• Learning cycle and development needs
• The future of employee development
• Designing and delivering learning interventions
• Evaluating learning interventions

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• understand different approaches to learning needs in an organisation, including common challenges, and the systemic nature of learning and development
• distinguish between, and apply, different theory and empirical evidence in understanding individual and team level learning needs via supportive strategies
• critically examine three key organisational frameworks and the influence of learning cultures on development
• understand the importance of working with individuals to foster employee development, including key psychological concepts
• understand the practical nature of facilitating development through coaching and training.