Human Resource Development (HRDE)

HRDE 2000V. Work Knowledge. 1-19 Hour.

Credit by advanced standing examination for job knowledge as measured by program approved National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) assessments. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 19 hours of degree credit.

HRDE 31103. Foundations of Human Resource Development. 3 Hours.

Presents the theory and processes associated with human resource development (HRD) used to design and measure interventions in the areas of organization development, personnel training and development, and career development. Students will analyze organizations and study global implications of HRD, and survey topics in human resource management (HRM) that distinguish HRM from HRD. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

HRDE 31203. Career Development. 3 Hours.

This course introduces the concepts of career development and career theories. Career development in both the private and public sectors will be explored. Students will gain knowledge that should enable them to be effective in developing their careers and those of others. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)

HRDE 31303. Writing for Human Resource and Workforce Development Professionals. 3 Hours.

This course focuses on the types of formal reports typically prepared by Human Resource Development professionals with an emphasis on preparation, data collection and research, organization, style, format, graphics, and technical descriptions. (Typically offered: Spring)

HRDE 32103. Organization Development. 3 Hours.

This undergraduate-level course presents the theory and practice of organization development (OD) as a means for performance improvement at various levels, including organization, departmental unit, work group, and individual. The course covers the processes of OD, interventions, theories, and practice of OD life goals. (Typically offered: Spring and Summer)

HRDE 32203. Managing Human Resource Development Programs. 3 Hours.

The basic aim of this course is to equip the students to examine the essential aspects of the theory and practice of managing human resource development programs. Employees require higher level of analytical, problem solving and creative skills. This course aims to help students develop the skills of employee through better understanding of mechanisms for employment equity, transparency, intellectual capital, e-learning, and career development. This course is designed to guide students through an in depth process of identifying, analyzing, and synthesizing elements related to developing, articulating, and implementing an organizational vision, mission, and strategic plan for HRD programs. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

HRDE 33103. Training and Development. 3 Hours.

This course addresses the acquisition of professional skills and strategies associated with creating and maintaining training and development activities in the workplace. It involves a regular class/workshop situation where training and development skills are practiced and encouraged and a work-based situation where skills are tried and implemented as well as assessed. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

HRDE 33203. Designing and Developing Human Resource Development Programs. 3 Hours.

Students will learn to design and develop training programs. The focus is on need for training, application of learning principles, writing instructional objectives and plans, designing active training methods, using visual aids, working with groups, and evaluating training. Pre- or Corequisite: HRDE 31103 and HRDE 33103. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (Typically offered: Spring and Summer)

HRDE 33303. Communication in Human Resource and Workforce Development. 3 Hours.

This course offers instruction on types of communication commonly encountered by Human Resource Development professionals. Emphasis is on audience and purpose analysis, topic research, visual aids, and delivery methods. Activities include preparation and delivery of extemporaneous speeches, team communication, communication with clients, and preparation and delivery of training sessions. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)

HRDE 41103. The Generational Dynamics in the Workplace. 3 Hours.

Focus of study on the concepts of individual and generational differences among employees in the workplace; what they are and how they affect workplace teaching and learning. Prerequisite: Senior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

HRDE 41203. Strategic Human Resource Development. 3 Hours.

This course introduces students to the theories and principles of Strategic HRD. Methods of aligning HRD strategy with the business strategy of the organization are discussed. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)

HRDE 41303. International Human Resource Development and Cultural Differentiation. 3 Hours.

This course is designed to introduce students to concepts of international HRD and cultural differentiation that must be acknowledged when developing programs for all employees in the workplace. Prerequisite: Senior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)

HRDE 42103. Workplace Diversity and Human Resource Development. 3 Hours.

Students will study workplace diversity and the role of HRD in implementing workplace diversity strategies and programs. Prerequisite: Senior standing. (Typically offered: Spring and Summer)

HRDE 42203. Professional and Leadership Development. 3 Hours.

Students are introduced to profesional and leadership development theories and principles. Methods and strategies for succession planning, self-development, and change are discussed. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)

HRDE 42303. HRD Legal and Ethical Issues. 3 Hours.

This course covers the major employment law facts and concepts used in human resource development. Applications of the key concepts and facts are emphasized in the class. Knowledge of the employment law facts and concepts and their applications at the workplace is vital for the human resource development professional. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

HRDE 43103. Human Resource Development Program and Product Evaluation. 3 Hours.

This course covers the evaluation of HRD programs and products used in the workplace. Students will develop methods of assessing the viability of programs and products to best meet the needs of the organization. Prerequisite: Senior standing. (Typically offered: Spring and Summer)

HRDE 43203. Instructional Technology and Design. 3 Hours.

This course addresses the application of instructional technology and design associated with the needs assessment and design of course materials in human resource development. The emphasis is on the learner in workplace situations. The course will cover the history of the field and its current status. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)

HRDE 43303. Human Resource Development Capstone. 3 Hours.

This course will serve as the assessment course for students in the HRDE program. The course work will evaluate all aspects of the HRD curriculum, specifically the three pillars of HRD: career development, organization development, and training and development. Prerequisite: HRDE 31103, HRDE 32103, HRDE 33103 and senior standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

HRDE 4500V. Experiential Learning. 1-19 Hour.

This course is limited to persons qualifying for experiential credit to be applied to the Human Resource Development Concentration only. Credit is awarded for documented experiential or occupational learning based on a standardized format as suggested by the Council for the Advancement of Experiential Learning (CAEL). Credit for certain occupational training or professional certifications may also be earned using the American Council on Education (ACE) guidelines. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 19 hours of degree credit.