2. HRD- A Strategic Perspective In the absence of HR Strategy clearly linked with business strategy, HRM programs may easily lack direction, clarity, coherence and critical marks to add value. (Tony Grundy)

3. Brief Introduction of Roots and Models of HRM/HRD Significance of HRD Human Resource for Competitive Advantage Business Strategy and HRD HRD and Business Policy Linkages HRD and Life Cycle of Organization HRD and Organizational Performance TOPICS COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER

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17. Linking HRD with Strategic Business Planning Macro-environmental analysis Macro-resource analysis Key business assumptions Business implications Critical business issue Strategy development And evaluation HR environmental analysis HR resource analysis HR assumptions HR implications Critical HR issue HR strategy And evaluation for inclusion in strategic business plan Human Resource Planning Steps Business Planning Steps Starting Point Mission statement Statement of business thrust

20. Strategic HR Planning and Development Competitive Strategy Future Organizational Plans Current Organizational Policies Environment Strategic human resource planning and development, organisation and strategy.

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