Strategic human resource development

Abstract

This chapter considers important debates and issues within SHRD. First, it evaluates different theoretical approaches to understand the contribution of HRD to individuals and organizations. Second, it examines the claim that investment in HRD can impact organizational performance. Third, it discusses the characteristics and challenges inherent in different models of SHRD. Finally, it considers the different approaches that organizations can take to implement SHRD, including career development, organizational development, and informal approaches to SHRD. It also looks at the prescriptive model, the explanatory model, and the practical model.

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