Managing Projects in Human Resources, Training and Development - Softcover

MARTIN, Vivien

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0749444797 ISBN 13: 9780749444792

Publisher: Kogan Page, 2006

Synopsis

<p><i>Managing projects in HR, Training and Development</i> is an essential handbook for both operational staff and senior human resource managers and covers all aspects of project management. The book examines how to carry out an effective project intended to make an improvement in a context where human resources, training and development are central concerns. This includes workplaces, universities, colleges, training and development organizations.<br><br>The book introduces a framework of techniques and processes that provide practical tools and approaches and there are numerous examples that demonstrate how these tools can be used and applied to achieve change and improvement. Each chapter discusses an aspect of project management and includes examples drawn from human resource, training and development settings. Techniques are introduced and applied to examples and there are 'pauses for thought' to encourage the reader to think ideas through. The book also puts an emphasis on structured learning from experience and critical reflection. This practical and thoughtful approach provides an ideal guide for anyone who takes responsibility for leading, managing, supervising or contributing to a project in this area of work.</p>

About this title

About the Author

<b>Dr Vivien Martin</b> works at the University of Brighton Business School in management and professional development. She is the author of a number of books and materials on management, leadership and project management.

From the Inside Flap

People are often expected to manage projects as part of their day-to-day work but few receive special training to help them to take on this task. Managing Projects in Human Resources, Training and Development is an essential handbook for both operational staff and senior human resource managers requiring information and guidance on all aspects of project management.

Working through a framework of techniques and processes, this book provides the practical tools and approaches required for successful project management. Packed with case studies, figures and diagrams, Managing Projects in Human Resources, Training and Development also provides advice on:

â ¢ outline planning;
â ¢ estimating time and costs;
â ¢ scheduling a project;
â ¢ performance management;
â ¢ evaluation and reporting procedures.

Examples drawn from human resources, training and development settings are used throughout the book, making it a practical and thoughtful guide for anyone taking responsibility for leading, managing or contributing to a project in this area of work.

Dr Vivien Martin works at the University of Brighton Business School in management and professional development. She is the author of a number of books and materials on management, leadership and project management.

Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.

*What is a project? *Scoping the project *Making evidence-based decisions *Defining the project *Managing risk *Outline planning *Estimating time and costs *Scheduling *Implementing the project *Monitoring and control *Communications *Leadership and teamworking *Managing performance *Completing the project *Evaluation *Reporting the project *Learning from the project

Edition details

• Publisher: Kogan Page
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0749444797
• ISBN 13: 9780749444792
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224