Branding of learning and development: evidence from research
Abstract
Purpose
The paper shows how branding is a crucial part of the strategy for a learning and development function.
Design/methodology/approach
Research was conducted across a range of organizations. There was also an in‐depth study in one organization.
Findings
Branding is important but often badly done.
Research limitations/implications
Follow‐up research on the pay‐off from branding would be useful.
Practical implications
The research suggests some practical steps that learning and development can undertake to improve their image in the organization.
Originality/value
There has been very little work done on the branding of learning and development. The research is original and unique.
Keywords
Citation
Cunningham, L. (2006), "Branding of learning and development: evidence from research", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 20 No. 2, pp. 7-9. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280610645859
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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