MSc Global Development (Development Management)

This module examines HRD theory and practices at three different levels: the macro (Global), meso (state) and micro (organizations) and their intersections.

This module aims to provide an in depth understanding of key concepts and theories underpinning the processes of HRD and skill formation in diverse geo-political contexts, with emphasis on developing countries. It explores the need for the flexible utilization of human capacity, both within and between work organisations, as well as the economic environment in which skill and HRD policies are devised.

The module is delivered via series of lectures and tutorials, using a mix of case studies, discussion groups and other classroom based activities. Blackboard will be used for the distribution of teaching and learning materials. It will also be used as an interactive mechanism between students and tutors, for example, to direct students to particular readings or to provide news about the module or the module content.

At the end of this module, students should be able to:

• Critically evaluate the interconnections between globalisation and HRD, and the various institutions involved in skills planning, especially in developing countries.
• Understand key HRD concepts and theories, specifically learning, development, capacity building, human development. knowledge management, talent management, ethics and social justice.
• Understand the roles and competencies of an HRD practitioner.Understand and engage critically with the human resource development aspects of the SDG goals.

• Appreciate the contribution of HRD in advancing knowledge and skills in organisation goals as well as broader social and economic development concerns.
• Appreciate the connection between HRD, globalization and international development.

• Have a critical appreciation of multiple stakeholders in HRD planning, HRD professional associations, government, international organizations, MNC’s and NGOs.
• Provide foundational knowledge to complement HRD and Leadership in semester 2.

• Have practical skills in evaluating and using UN and World Bank datasets and reports on training and development relevant to participants’ region/country.

Written feedback will be provided to students in-line with the University’s guidelines via Turnitin®UK GradeMark. For the formative assessment, the emphasis of the feedback will be to help improve students future work.