Human resource development is a new concept. People are considered resource/asset that contribute best to the achievement of organizational goals. It subscribes to the notion that people are different from other non-human resources and they need empowerment, involvement, satiation of psychological needs, congenial culture and conducive climate to manifest their worth, efficiency, commitment to their work and to the organization. So HRD is basically a strategic approach to procurement, motivation and development of human resources. This book is designed to provide a thorough understanding, knowledge to the students/readers on the subject and also to develop a thought process to find out the link between relevant body of knowledge and its application in organizational settings. The presentation of the book has been made in a clear and concise style to make the students understand the subject thoroughly. Summary, review questions have been given at the end of every chapter to assist students to develop a conceptual frame work in every field. Additional features of the book include glossary at the end to enable students to have a helicopter view on the subjects.