CHRM250
Learning, Development and Performance Management
Learn to solve employee performance issues through best practices in training, performance management and coaching systems.
You'll be able to confidently support line managers and executives to diagnose and resolve performance challenges using effective feedback and coaching methods. You will also learn to design and deliver practical learning solutions to advance organizational objectives.
Core topics include: systematic planning for training design and delivery, measuring performance expectations, and using relevant methods to reflect the value of training, development and performance management programs.
If you're new to the field of human resources, you should take Human Resources Management in Canada (CHRM200) before taking this course.Overview
Location: Online
Format: Self-paced within deadlines set by instructor
Duration: 8 weeks
Tuition: $749
Can be applied to:
Human Resources Management Certificate
Upcoming Offerings
Register for a course at any time, with the option to apply to a program later.
- Mon, Jan 20 (self-paced all week)
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- Mon, Oct 20 (self-paced all week)
- Mon, Oct 27 (self-paced all week)
- Mon, Nov 3 (self-paced all week)
- Mon, Nov 10 (self-paced all week)
What you will learn
After completing this course, you’ll be able to do the following:
- Distinguish between the strategic roles of training, learning, development and performance management
- Apply career management principles to engage in career development planning
- Apply learning needs analysis techniques to address performance issues
- Design learning and deliver training programs
- Apply a performance management process to improve behaviours and results
- Design criteria to evaluate training, learning and performance management systems
How you will learn and be evaluated
- Prepare to spend 7–10 hours per week on coursework
- Expect readings and other assignments on a weekly basis
- Plan to access the course at least once every few days to keep up with your work and class discussions
- Connect with the instructor via email, online posts, and optional live Q&A Zoom sessions scheduled by the instructor (summaries/recordings available)
You will be evaluated on:
- Assignments
- Participation in online discussions
To earn the certificate, complete all courses with a minimum average grade of C.
Learning Materials
Course fees do not include textbooks. We recommend you purchase your textbook as soon as you’ve registered. We will provide additional course materials online.
Required textbook:
Saks, A., Haccoun, R. Managing Performance Through Training and Development, 9th Edition. Top Hat, 2024. An e-book is available from the publisher.
To purchase your e-book from the publisher without a join code, follow these steps:
- Click Student Buy Now.
- Follow sign-up instructions. Select Simon Fraser University - Continuing Education to register with a non-SFU email.
- After sign-up is complete, select Checkout With Credit Card.
Technical Requirements
For online courses, you will need a computer with audio and microphone that is connected to the internet. Canvas is the online system that will be used for the course. For more information and online support, visit Online Learning.