This textbook has been written for the new CIPD postgraduate module Learning and Talent Development. It is also ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate HRM students who are taking a module in HRD or L&D. Maps on to the new CIPD Learning and Talent Development unit, ensuring that students have all they need to succeed on this unitWritten by Jim Stewart, the Chief Examiner for L&D and the author of the learning and talent development unitCombines a clear and concise structure and writing style with an academic and critical approach Online resourcesFor tutors: PowerPoint slides Lecturers - Guide including lecture handouts Additional case studies - one longer one and one shorter one per chapterFor students: Web links for each chapter including links to articles