An analysis of the current approach to skills development planning for human resources (HR) managers at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

Abstract

A qualitative research study, supplemented by a policy and contextual analysis was conducted to evaluate the skills development planning process for Human Resources managers at the NMMU. The findings of the study indicate a need for the NMMU to implement effective skills development planning practices to ensure relevant skills are developed in the Human Resources department. The findings further highlighted the need for a Human Resources strategy and model to guide the skills planning process.