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Learning resources for unit: 3RAI

This section provides suggestions for suitable resources for this unit. The list is indicative

only and should not be considered as prescriptive or exhaustive.

Essential reading

1. LEATHERBARROW, C., FLETCHER, J. and CURRIE, D. (2010) Introduction to human

resource management: a guide to HR in practice. 2nd ed. London: Chartered Institute of

Personnel and Development.

2. MARTIN, M., WHITING, F. and JACKSON, T. (2010) Human resource practice. 5th ed.

London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Key textbooks

1. HACKETT, P. (2003) Training practice. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and

Development.

2. PARRY, E., TYSON, S. and SELBIE, D. (2007) HR and technology: impact and

advantages. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

3. REID, M.A., BARRINGTON, H.A. and BROWN, M. (2004) Human resource

development: beyond training interventions. 7th ed. London: Chartered Institute of

Personnel and Development.

Key journals

1. People Management

Available at: www.cipd.co.uk/journals

2. Personnel Today

Available at: www.cipd.co.uk/journals

3. Training & Development

Available at: www.cipd.co.uk/journals

4. Training Journal

Available at: www.cipd.co.uk/journals

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Online resources

1. ACAS. (2009) Personnel data and record keeping [online]. Advisory booklet. London:

ACAS.

Available at: www.acas.org.uk/publications

2. BUSINESS LINK. Keep the right staff records [online]. [London]: Business Link.

Available at:

www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/layer?r.l1=1073858787&topicId=1074448397&r.lc

=en&r.l2=1074428798&r.s=tl The full guide can be accessed from this page.

Websites

1. www.cipd.co.uk

Website of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

2. www.ico.gov.uk

Website of the Information Commissioners Office.