An Overview of Human Resource Development Programmes in Indian Industries

Abstract

Development of Human Resources is being given due importance by all the organizations as it aims at developing all the employees of an organization in a planned manner to acquire, sharpen and apply their existing capabilities as well as their inner potentials. HRD is a total system in which its various mechanisms are embedded together to act as an integrated unit. No sub-system can work in isolation. The researches show that the working of each sub-system has its impact on other sub-systems e.g. Performance appraisal is basis for assessing training needs, career planning etc. Training is useful tool for increasing individual efficiency. It is also a part of employee welfare and is used for promotions. Implementing these HRD sub-systems helps in developing a climate in the organization where the people collaborate with each other; respect and trust others and work as a team. This, in turn, develops a highly positive and motivated workforce which enables the organization to achieve its goals. Keeping the significance of Human Resources in an organization in mind, the present study has been undertaken. The study explores the linkages in human resource development mechanisms and HRD climate variables resulting from it. The results have been extracted mainly on the basis of Secondary data However, personal experience of the researcher in few pharmaceutical industries and conversation with the authorities of the companies has been included at appropriate places.