Managing Learning and Development

This module describes how to manage learning and development in an organisation to create a climate of continuous learning. It begins by looking at the processes involved in becoming a learning organisation, one of which is implementing a career planning and development program. It then examines how to identify learning needs for individuals, groups and the organisation as a whole. Next, it discusses the principles of adult learning which must be considered when choosing training delivery methods. These may include informal (work-based) learning activities or formal (structured) learning activities.
The final weeks of the module concentrate on how to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate learning and development programs to ensure that they align with organisational objectives and deliver the intended performance outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

• Create learning opportunities
• Facilitate and promote learning
• Monitor and improve learning effectiveness

Content Areas

• Introduction to Managing Learning and Development
• Developing a Learning Culture
• Career Planning and Development
• Identifying Learning Needs
• Principles of Adult Learning
• Training Methods and Techniques
• Informal Learning and Development
• Formal Learning and Development
• Developing a Learning Plan
• Implementing and Monitoring a Learning Plan
• Evaluating Learning and Development
• Learning and Development Review

Module Duration and Workload

This module involves a total of 60 hours per term of study including a course work component, educator contact, research and related study activities, translating to approximately 5 hours of study per week. Students will need to allocate additional time for the completion of assessment activities related to the module.