Elevating the role of HR directors: The need to re‐evaluate how human‐resource specialists prove the value of training

Abstract

Purpose

This article outlines the important role that HR directors can play in proving the value of training within organizations.

Design/methodology/approach

Explores what is getting in the way for HR directors to prove the value of training and offers solutions.

Findings

Identifies factors that contribute to the uphill struggle that HR is having in elevating its role and in proving the value of training: the disconnect between the HR and training functions; reporting on the “wrong” things; and lack of commercial linkage.

Practical implications

Demonstrates how HR directors can elevate their status within the corporate hierarchy.

Originality/value

Targets HR directors who seek to prove the value of training within organizations.

Citation

Brooks, W. (2007), "Elevating the role of HR directors: The need to re‐evaluate how human‐resource specialists prove the value of training", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 15 No. 5, pp. 42-46. https://doi.org/10.1108/09670730710762898