Assignment 2 Instructions:
Read Chapter 6. You will then select a topic to support a systematic change required in your organization to achieve the organizations strategic priorities. Be sure to utilize evidence-based support for each step of the process. Then complete the following:
Step 1: Analyze
- Conduct a needs assessment by way of organizational, person, or task analysis as appropriate. In other words, what kind of intervention is necessary?
- Defend your decision with evidence-based support in selecting this topic for employee development.
- Determine how you will ensure each participants learning style and needs are addressed.
Step 2: Design
- Provide an analysis of the process for the development of the objectives, including the criteria for evaluation. Be sure to identify your objectives. Provide at least three (3) objectives.
- Provide an analysis of how you determined the methods, the facilitator, and the techniques (online, in-class, group, experiential, live demonstrations, lecture, etc.). Be sure to identify the methods, facilitators, and techniques.
- Provide an analysis of how you determined how the training will be coordinated, tracked, and evaluated. Be sure to identify how the training will be coordinated, tracked, and evaluated.
Summary
Determine the implications this assignment information has for you as a future healthcare leader who will be supporting human resource practices.
Submission Criteria for Assignment 1
- All submissions should have a title page and reference page (not included in page count).
- Submit a Microsoft Word document, which may include tables, graphs, and other resources as needed. You are encouraged to be creative!
- Include headings in your document, e.g., Step 1 and Step 2
- The page count will vary according to the format utilized (Word doc, tables, etc.).
- Show your work and formulas used for all calculations.
- Utilize a minimum of four (4) scholarly resources in addition to your required textbook and resources.
- All submissions are to be submitted through Grammarly. Adhere to grammar, spelling, and punctuation criteria.
- Adhere to APA compliance guidelines.
Overview of Chapter 6: Organizational and Employee Development
In this chapter, the authors explore how healthcare organizations grow, adapt, and support employees over time. Key themes include:
The Link Between Development and Organizational Effectiveness
- Discusses how investing in organizational development (OD) efforts enhances both performance and culture.
- Highlights how employee engagement and organizational goals intersect.
Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies
- Covers interventions to promote engagement, such as onboarding, coaching, mentoring, and continuous learning.
- Connects these practices to retention, satisfaction, and overall workforce effectiveness.
Succession Planning and Leadership Development
- Examines planning for leadership continuity and developing internal talent pipelines.
- Links succession planning to strategic HR and long-term organizational stability.
Learning and Training Trends
- Addresses traditional and emerging approaches (like microlearning or on-demand training) in healthcare settings.
Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement
- Shows how development efforts are evaluated and aligned with organizational goals and outcomes.
How This Fits in the Book
Chapter 6 sits after recruitment/retention and before performance management in the books layout, showing its role in bridging getting people in the organization with helping them grow and contribute over time.

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