A conceptual framework based on knowledge management, learning organizations, and organizational learning is used to develop a model of the ideal corporate university, a human resource development strategy that includes four interrelated core processes: knowledge systems and processes, networks and partnerships, people processes, and learning…

Responses from 97 managers in southwest England indicated the following: the marketplace is increasingly competitive and demanding; key goals of management development are competitive advantage and demonstrable return; managers need leadership and change, personal, and strategic management skills; and selection of a business school or other…

This model of organizational learning represents a transformative learning process involving shared mental models and vision; links between organizational, team, and individual learning; and the central role of leadership and teamwork. (SK)

Major trends influencing executive education include increased competition for training providers, customized programs, action learning, technology and distance delivery, experience-based methods, performance feedback, and emphasis on leadership competencies for the future, especially flexibility and adaptability. (SK)

Compares past and present forms of university and corporate executive education. Considers the benefits of a customized approach containing features of both. Identifies trends affecting executive education, such as global competition and technology change. (SK)

Survey results from 22 South Wales organizations showed continuing professional education is managed haphazardly; development objectives and policy statements are lacking; few data to aid evaluation are collected; and the focus is more on external courses than on developing a learning environment at work. (SK)

A survey of 1,208 professional employees showed that 90% had taken internal courses, 40% external courses. Greater participation was associated with more positive work attitudes, satisfaction, perceived higher quality of company services/products, and fewer barriers to service excellence. Better evaluation data were needed to determine the value…

Interviews with 30 human resource managers and faculty and case studies of British companies reveal a growing but segmented market for management education. Business schools are advised to know their market, focus on a niche, and build a critical mass of clients. (SK)