Designing HRD Systems

This book clarifies both the differences and the links between HRD and Personnel Management. It discusses the important considerations for designing an effective HRD programme in an organization. What behavioural sciences data are necessary in planning HRD systems. How does the manager?s own concept of man, work and society inadvertently influence the kind of programme that the organization may develop. What the organizational practices that hinder or help an HRD programme. How does management create a helpful climate for an effective HRD programme.
The book has categorized HRD practices in Indian organizations. Approaches to HRD differ from one organizations to another but they all have a common concern for improving the capability of individuals.
The ideas discussed in the book are illustrated in the HRD programme developed by Life Insurance Corporation of India. What are the difficulties in implementing an HRD programme. What lessons can be learnt from LIC?s experience about sustaining such a programme
The author has discussed the various aspects of designing, developing and evaluating effectiveness of the programme from his experiences as a teacher and a consultant in several organizations in India and abroad.