Democratizing the workplace through professionalization of human resource development.

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Title: Democratizing the workplace through professionalization of human resource development.
Authors: Hatcher, Tim1
Source: International Journal of Training & Development. Mar2006, Vol. 10 Issue 1, p67-82. 16p. 1 Chart.
Subject Terms: Democratization, Work environment, Professionalization, Personnel management, Professional ethics
Abstract: This article critically examines democratizing the workplace through the professionalization of HRD. The primary question the article seeks to explore is to what extent can a democratic profession potentially minimize undemocratic workplaces. Drawing from several conceptual and research bodies of literature, including democracy and democratic workplaces, globalization and sociology of professions, this article describes democracy and how professions can enhance its growth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:This article critically examines democratizing the workplace through the professionalization of HRD. The primary question the article seeks to explore is to what extent can a democratic profession potentially minimize undemocratic workplaces. Drawing from several conceptual and research bodies of literature, including democracy and democratic workplaces, globalization and sociology of professions, this article describes democracy and how professions can enhance its growth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:13603736
DOI:10.1111/j.1468-2419.2006.00239.x