The purpose of this course is to provide the student with information and insights into the training and development function in organizations. The training and development function will be viewed from a systems and knowledge-based approach. Further the entire cycle of training and development of human resources will be examined in the context of the UAE/GCC. The training needs assessment plans will be reviewed to enable learners to appreciate organization’s training functions. The course will further evaluate the contribution of training of human resources to the success of organizations. Specific training methods and techniques will be explored.