Human Resources (HR)
Howard J. Klein, The Ohio State University,
2007 HR Division Professional Development Workshops: Call for Proposals
The Human Resource (HR) Division is dedicated to a better understanding of how work organizations can perform more effectively by better management of their human resources. We are also dedicated to improving the effectiveness of our members and the Professional Development Workshops (PDWs) at the annual Academy of Management Meeting are integral to that commitment. You are encouraged to work with colleagues both within and outside of the HR Division in developing and submitting proposals for PDW sessions, which are scheduled prior to the scholarly program between 1pm Friday (8/3/07) and noon Sunday (8/5/07).
The PDW format is highly flexible and can take nearly any form (workshops, tutorials, panels, debates, round table discussions, etc.). PDWs provide the opportunity to experiment with new models and ideas for sessions that do not fit within the confines of the regular program. Think about the sessions you wish were offered but have not seen on the program. The HR Division encourages the submission of creative ideas for interactive sessions that actively engage participants in learning new information, skills, techniques, issues, or questions. PDWs can address any issue of concern to HR scholars and/or practitioners. Sessions on teaching, international HR, linking HR research and practice, and facilitating Division member development are encouraged. Please also consider but do not be bound by the conference theme - “Doing Well by Doing Good.”
If you have questions or would like to discuss or suggest a workshop idea, please contact the HR Division PDW Chair, Howard J. Klein, at or 614-292-0719. Please share your suggestions even if you do not have the time or interest to develop a full workshop proposal by using this link to the workshop submission form. The submission deadline is November 6, 2006 but earlier submissions are encouraged. Completed workshop submission forms must be received electronically () by the submission deadline. Note that there is limited space on the PDW program and we cannot guarantee that all proposals will be accepted.