How does strategic human resource development (HRD) lead to improved individual and organisational performance? Explain using both academic literature and practical examples.

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‘Human resource development (HRD) is a powerful vehicle to empower employees’. Critique this statement using academic literature and practical examples.

A minimum of 15 academic research journal articles must be analysed to support your essay. This research must appear as in text citations throughout the essay and must be included in the reference list. Academy of Management Referencing style must be used.