MGMT316
Workplace Training and Development
Talent development is an increasingly critical HR function that requires practical knowledge and technical skill. Learn how to perform a training needs analysis, measure and address the gap between expected and actual performance, and design evaluation criteria to calculate return on investment. You’ll gain invaluable experience by delivering a training course.
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| Section | Sessions | Date/time | Campus | Instructor(s) | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGMT316-SU1137 | 6 | Saturdays Sep 21–Nov 16, 2013 9 am–4 pm |
Sur | TBA | $590 | Register |
| MGMT316-VA1137 | 12 | Thursdays Sep 19–Dec 5, 2013 6–9 pm |
Van | Leila Rahemtulla | $590 | Join waitlist |
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you should be able to do the following:
- Describe the strategic role of training and development within an organization
- Perform an organizational training needs analysis
- Explain what learning styles are and how they impact training design
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a training program in delivering a return on investment
- Demonstrate a variety of experiential training techniques
- Design and deliver a short training session
- Describe the range of training methods available to engage learners
How will I learn?
To fit your busy schedule, classes take place on evenings or weekends at SFU Vancouver. This university-level course may consist of a combination of lectures, workshops, case studies, examinations, projects, papers, assignments, and group presentations. It requires at-home study and preparation. You can expect reading and other assignments on a weekly basis.
How will I be evaluated?
We'll evaluate your performance in this course using a combination of in-class or take-home assignments, exams, individual or group projects, participation, and attendance. To meet course demands, you should have an advanced level of written and spoken English.
If English is not your first language, we recommend you complete the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5. If you have any questions or concerns about your English language proficiency, we encourage you to contact us.
Textbooks and learning materials
Course fees do not include textbooks or other materials, which you may purchase from the SFU Bookstore. We recommend you purchase your textbooks as soon as you've registered. The quantities are limited at the bookstore.
The textbook for this course is Managing Performance Through Training and Development by Saks, A. & Haccoun, R (2013, 6th ed., ISBN 9780176507336).
Professional development credits
This course may meet the requirements for the following designation(s):