Topics covered include human capital theory, needs assessment, designing an employee development program, methods of adult education and training, career and life planning issues, and developing employee skills to meet the needs of future organizations. The study of the modern organization as a system composed of a number of subsystems. The organization is viewed as a unique and dynamic setting to link people and processes. The critical role of communication in establishing and maintaining these links is emphasized. Literature in the field is reviewed and selected problems are explored.
Theory is integrated with application.
Human Resource Professionals HR professionals need to be able to communicate effectively in a variety of formal situations. Applications include practical communication problems such as orienting new employees, defending a budget proposal, explaining changes in the benefits package, running a department meeting, or giving a training lecture. Human Resource Professionals HR professionals engage in negotiations on a daily basis. Discusses various theories, practices, and approaches to negotiating. Stresses behavioral negotiation, common ground, and win-win strategies.