Human Resource Development (HRD) means developing or trapping hidden qualities in people in order to make them accomplish new functions leading to organizational and individual goals.

Human resource development is concerned with the development and implementation of people strategies, which are integrated with corporate strategies, and ensures that the culture, values and structure of the organization, and the quality, motivation and commitment of its members contribute fully to the achievement of its goals.

To provide participants with a body of knowledge which will enable them to:

• Understand and apply human resource theory in the working environment
• Understand the importance of human resource development to the success of a business
• To make a positive contribution to the work of a human resource management department

To increase and enhance employment opportunities within the human resource development industry

• One GCE A-level plus three GCSEs (or equivalents) or 5 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate examinations (CSEC)
• A suitable BTEC National Award
• Any other qualification and/or work experience can be considered as evidence of the above

• Business Law
• Business Management & Administration
• Human Resource Development I
• International Business Communications