HR 430 - Human Capital Training and Development

This course provides a comprehensive overview of training and development strategies that drive individual growth and organizational performance. Students will learn to conduct effective needs assessments to uncover learning gaps and target areas for performance improvement. Emphasis is placed on crafting measurable learning objectives that align with strategic business goals and on designing interactive, learner-centered content grounded in adult learning principles. The course prepares students to design engaging, application-focused training experiences and to use feedback and assessment tools to evaluate the impact of learning initiatives. Additionally, students will focus on creating inclusive learning environments that foster psychological safety, support diverse learning needs, and promote long-term career development. Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 Contact Hours: 45/0/0/45 Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: None.