1.Understand the external environment and internal organisational context for learning and development recognising the influence of organisational power and politics.
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Enquiry

2. Understand and apply theories of organisational learning and recognise the characteristics of the learning organisation
Learning
Enquiry
Application
Reflection

3.Apply approaches to design, delivery and evaluation of learning and development interventions and understand the role and application of technology within these.
Enquiry
Application
Problem Solving
Communication
Reflection

Written assessment comprising of analysis and recommendations of learning and development practices within own/selected organisation (LO1-3)

The external/internal environments and their impact on organisational strategy in relation to learning and development
The concepts of organisational learning, the learning organisation and development of learning cultures
Identifying learning needs and the evaluation of design, delivery and measurement of learning
The factors influencing knowledge transfer and relation to cpd
The use and advancement of technology

This module provides an overarching view of learning and development for those predominantly in general people practice. You will focus on the role of the learning function within organisations of all types and assess the impact of learning provision within organisations and how it is influenced by a variety of internal and external factors.

The learning strategy for this module requires students to dedicate a total of 200 hours to achieving the learning outcomes. This includes 187 hours of independent study, guided by 10 weeks of structured asynchronous materials such as case studies, activities, and videos. To support learning, students will receive 10 hours of direct tutor support (1 hour per week over 10 weeks). Additionally, a further 3 hours of assessment support (1 hour per week over 3 weeks) will be provided, ensuring students have the necessary guidance to successfully complete their assessments.

VLE learning support material to be provided for independent /self-directed learning.
Module handbooks
Open Textbook Library
Online CIPD Resources

Robinson, S. and Perkins, G. (2025) Strategic Learning and Development Practice: Design, Implement and Evaluate L&D in the Workplace. London: Kogan Page (eBook)

Armstrong, M (2021) Amstrong’s Handbook of Learning and Development: A guide to the Theory and Practice of L&D: Kogan Page (eBook)

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

Taylor , D.H. (2017) Learning technologies in the workplace. London: Kogan Page.