Organisational learning and development during a recession

How eBay, Apple and Google foster organisational learning and development

Essay , 2010 , 13 Seiten , Note: A

Führung und Personal - Sonstiges

This paper critically evaluates whether learning and development is an unnecessary expense during a credit crunch. The first part of the paper gives a brief definition and overview in terms of training and development. Furthermore, when it comes to development it is worth bearing in mind that it is a far reaching concept with many different aspects which does not only include training. That is where organisational learning and culture come into the play. In order to promote understanding, the paper refers to practical examples of some of the most successful organisations such as eBay, Apple and Google.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Training and Development in Times of a Credit Crunch
• Organisational Learning and Culture
• The Importance of Organisational Learning
• Learning Disabilities
• eBay: A Case Study in Organisational Learning
• Google: Another Case Study in Organisational Learning

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper examines the importance of training and development during economic downturns, arguing that it is not an unnecessary expense but rather a critical investment for organizational success. It explores the concept of organizational learning and its role in fostering a culture of innovation and adaptation.

• The importance of training and development during economic downturns
• The role of organizational learning in fostering a culture of innovation and adaptation
• The impact of learning disabilities on organizational performance
• Case studies of successful organizations like eBay and Google that prioritize organizational learning
• The relationship between organizational culture and employee motivation and creativity

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• This chapter defines training and development and highlights their importance in a rapidly changing world, particularly in the context of technological advancements. It discusses the challenges of maintaining training and development programs during economic downturns, emphasizing the long-term benefits of investing in employee skills.
• This chapter explores the concept of organizational learning and its significance in fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability. It contrasts traditional management theories with modern approaches that emphasize employee empowerment and knowledge sharing.
• This chapter delves into the importance of organizational learning for organizational success. It examines how successful companies like Google, Apple, and eBay prioritize organizational learning and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.
• This chapter identifies seven learning disabilities that can hinder organizational learning. It emphasizes the importance of establishing a culture of open communication and collaboration, where employees feel comfortable sharing ideas and knowledge.
• This chapter examines eBay as a case study of successful organizational learning. It highlights the company's focus on employee empowerment, fostering a work environment that encourages innovation and creativity through initiatives like the "Demo Expo."
• This chapter examines Google as another case study of successful organizational learning. It explores how Google, despite its size, maintains a culture of innovation and creativity by prioritizing employee development and collaboration.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This paper focuses on the key topics of training and development, organizational learning, organizational culture, innovation, employee empowerment, and case studies of successful organizations like eBay and Google. It examines the importance of fostering a culture of continuous learning and adaptation in a rapidly changing world.

• Hochschule: The University of Surrey
• Veranstaltung: MSc Human Resource Management
• Note: A
• Autor: BA (Hons) Marianne Reyes (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2010
• Seiten: 13
• Katalognummer: V168262
• ISBN (eBook): 9783640851591
• ISBN (Buch): 9783640851614
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: organisational, apple, google, ebay, organisational learning, organisational culture, training and development, recession