Includes bibliographical references and index.

Good HR practices can make a difference -- Elements of good HRD : need for realignment -- HRD audit : basic concepts and components -- HRD strategies -- HRD culture and values -- HRD structures -- HRD systems -- Hrd competencies -- HRD audit methodology : interviews -- HRD audit methodology : observation -- HRD audit instruments : questionnaires -- Measuring business impact and establishing the HRD score card -- Writing the HRD audit report -- Designing and using HRD audit for business improvement -- Case studies -- Effectiveness of HRd audit as an OD intervention.