Human Resource Development: A Strategic Approach

Learn how to develop long-term strategic plans for your training department. This book describes how to further HRD goals by establishing a sound purpose statement, assessing the learning needs of all job catagories in the organization, and implementing the use of appropriate employee training. Packed with case studies, worksheets, and other tools.

William Rothwell is a Professor of Workforce Education and Development affiliated with the College of Education and a professional associate of Management Development.

Before joining the Penn State faculty, Dr. Rothwell was Assistant Vice President and Management Development Director of the Franklin Life Insurance Company and training director for the Illinois Office of the Auditor General. He has worked full-time as a training and development professional since 1979 and has been a consultant to 32 multinational corporations.

Dr. Rothwell earned a Ph.D. in Education with a specialty in Human Resource Development from the University of Illinois. He is also a registered Organization Development Consultant (RODC) and a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).