IR 225

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This three-unit course introduces students to the design, delivery, administration, and evaluation of training and development programs in organizations. It starts with the basic concepts, principles, and methods of workplace learning and gradually moves to strategic applications that support organizational efficiency and employee effectiveness.

The course highlights the value of training in improving individual performance, career growth, and employability, while also strengthening organizational productivity and competitiveness. It also recognizes the role of training in national workforce development.

Through lectures, workshops, case studies, and practical projects, students will gain the skills needed to conduct training needs analysis, design learning programs, use modern delivery methods, and evaluate training results.

After completing this course, students must be able to:

COURSE OUTCOMES

  1. Explain the core concepts, principles, processes, and strategic role of training and development in enhancing workforce performance and organizational competitiveness.

  1. Conduct training or learning needs analysis and design and implement competency-based training programs using appropriate instructional strategies and delivery methods.

  1. Analyze the relationship between organizational strategy, workforce capability, and training interventions, and differentiate traditional and emerging approaches to learning and development.

  1. Evaluate training programs and practices using evidence-based models and performance metrics, and recommend improvements aligned with organizational needs and best practices.

  1. Develop and propose comprehensive, innovative, and learner-centered training plans that integrate learning objectives, program design, implementation, evaluation, and sustainable workforce development.