2. Introduction
Human Resource Development (HRD) is the framework for
helping employees develop their personal and organizational
skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Industrial Relations or IR shows the relationship between the
management and the workmen within the industry and the role
of a regulatory body to resolve the industrial disputes.
3. HRD Approach to Industrial
Relations
Its recognizes employees as the greatest assests in an
organization , believes that they can be developed to unlimited
extent with proper incentives , atmosphere and treatment.
The methodology used in HRD Approach includes diagnosis of
the problem and designing interventions to bring about
necessary changes.
4. HRD Approach to Industrial
Relations
HRD generally covers subsystems such as:
- Training & Development
- Counselling
- Performance Appraisal
- Career Planning
HRD looks at human beings with more insight and increased
sensitivity.
HRD advocates core values such as:
- Human Dignity
- Positiveness
- Openness
- Flexibility and Family Feelings
HRD Approach is Proactive and not Reactive.
5. HRD Approach at Individual
Level
Formal and Informal grievance handling.
Suggestion schemes
Recognition of merit
Workplace communication
Counselling
6. HRD Approach at organizational
level
Mission and objectives
Healthy interaction with trade union
Goal setting through mutual discussions.
Participative forums
Effective communication processes and team working.
Reduction of Red tapism
7. Conclusion
HRD is important to develop strong industrial relations and to
motivate workforce.
Effective HRD helps to avoid conflicts and create healthy
environment.