Module Details

Module Code: MGMT6005
Title: Training & Dev Principles
Long Title: Training & Dev Principles
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: The module introduces the student to the concepts and principles which underpin training and development practices within organisations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify the key factors which impact on training and development within organisations.
LO2 Prepare a training and development programme with appropriate training needs analysis, learning objectives, and evaluation criteria.
LO3 Select appropriate training methods.
LO4 Describe the contribution that training and development can make to organisational success.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Training and Development Context
Definitions. Internal and external factors impacting on training.
Training Needs Analysis
Definitions. Training Gap. Levels and triggers. sources of information.
Learning objectives
Purpose and outcomes. Examples and models. Link to training content.
Training Methods
Induction. On the job. Coaching. E-learning. Blended learning.
Training Evaluation
Benefits. Kirkpatricks model. Emerging approaches.
Contribution of training
Business case for training. Pay back and pay forward.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Case study report and recommendations
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classic Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Reading, Research and Private Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classic Lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Directed Learning, Research and Private Study Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Michael Armstrong Stephen Taylor. (2014), Handbook of Human Resource Management, 13th. Kogan Page, London.
  • Thomas N Garavan, Caroline Hogan, Amanda Cahir-O'donnell,. (2003), Making Training and Development Work, [ISBN: 978-1-86076-276-5].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Gunnigle P, Morley M,. (2011), Human Resource Management in Ireland,, 4th. Gill & McMillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780717149797].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BHRMN_7 Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management 1 Mandatory
CR_BCPPR_6 Certificate in Human Resource Management and Development 1 Mandatory