This module explores the key and contemporary issues associated with people management and development in the workplace. Calling upon literature and research from across the fields of Human Resource Management, Learning and Development and Organisational Behaviour.



This module examines how managers in organisations seek to manage the learning and development of individuals and teams and the links between Human Resource Management techniques, development practices and contribution to organisational performance.



Consideration will be given to the managerial challenges of different organisational contexts and include surrounding theory and practice in terms of change management and organisational culture.

An individual 2500 word written assessment outlining the challenges of developing people within own/selected organisation with supporting recommendations. LOs 1-3

Scheduled learning and teaching activities.
To consist of:
Face-to-face which will include groupwork, formal teaching, case study analysis, guest speakers and students will be encouraged to share their workplace experiences with others


Guided independent study:
To consist of:
Independent reading to consolidate knowledge gained in the formal teaching
Undertaking formative tasks set by the tutor to consolidate learning
Assessment preparation and writing and gathering evidence


You will undertake ‘formative’ assessments during the module to help you monitor your learning and provide you and us with ongoing feedback on your progress, that helps you prepare for the ‘summative assessment(s) during or at the end of the module.

1.Understand key concepts in relation to learning and development and training in organizations

Knowledge & Understanding, Learning, Enquiry


2. Apply key HRM techniques and practices to key areas of learning and development

Knowledge & Understanding, Application


3. Demonstrate an understanding of key theories that underpin effective people management and learning and development in the workplace, and how they are applied especially in relation to equality and diversity

Knowledge & Understanding, Application, Communication

VLE learning support material to be provided for independent / self-directed learning

Module handbook

Selected contemporary problem/practice-based case examples

These are indicative only. You will be expected to complete independent extended reading.


Armstrong, M and Taylor (2020). Armstrong’s Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, (15th edition) London: Kogan Page

Carberry, R and Cross, C (2015) Human Resource Development: a concise introduction. London: Red Globe Press

Gold, J., Holden, R and Stewart, J (2013) Human resource Development: theory and practice. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan

Lancaster, A. (2019) Driving performance through learning; develop employees through effective workplace learning. London: Kogan Page

Reeds, G. and French, R (2016) Leading, Managing and Developing People (5th edition) Kogan Page


Students will also be directed to relevant articles in peer-reviewed journals.

You will learn about the key and contemporary issues associated with managing people in the workplace. Calling upon literature and research from across the fields of Human Resource Management, Organisational Behaviour and Employment Relations, you will learn the issues relating to managing and developing people in the modern workplace.