Tailored to the needs of HR and learning and development (L&D) practitioners, this book offers an overview of the field that is strongly aligned to organizational strategies and objectives.Using a combination of practical tools, assessments, scenarios and international case studies, this handbook builds readers' knowledge of the area -- from diagnosing L&D needs and types of intervention and development categories, to assessment and training evaluation. Page-Tickell provides the skills needed to implement a successful L&D strategy in any type of organization.
This is a very useful book as it balances academic rigour with very practical advice. In today's world it is important to demonstrate the impact of learning and development, and this book explains how to align L&D initiatives with strategic objectives. There is useful advice here for every L&D practitioner, no matter how experienced. It certainly broadened my knowledge, and gave me some helpful tips which I was able to action quite quickly. Highly recommended.