Regional Human Resource Development Systems and Policies in the USA - Focus on the Workforce Investment Act -
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As the importance of national human resource development (NHRD) continues to grow, there is increasing concern about HRD for improving regional survival and competitiveness. Having the appropriate quantity and quality of human resources could be a power for regional growth and development. Although case studies about regional HRD (RHRD) policy have been conducted in several countries; however, no systematic research was identified on RHRD in the United States. This case study used expert interviews to focus on the Workforce Investment Act in Texas by identifying the RHRD systems and policies in Texas. Several conclusions made from this study. First, the state government in Texas conducted regional HRD policies and programs to improve regional competitiveness. Second, State and local governments were responsible for employment and training services under the WIA and managed service programs. Third, the WIA in the U.S. has several challenges still remained to enhance performances of adults or dislocated workers in labor market.
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As the importance of national human resource development (NHRD) continues to grow, there is increasing concern about HRD for improving regional survival and competitiveness. Having the appropriate quantity and quality of human resources could be a power for regional growth and development. Although case studies about regional HRD (RHRD) policy have been conducted in several countries; however, no systematic research was identified on RHRD in the United States. This case study used expert interviews to focus on the Workforce Investment Act in Texas by identifying the RHRD systems and policies in Texas. Several conclusions made from this study. First, the state government in Texas conducted regional HRD policies and programs to improve regional competitiveness. Second, State and local governments were responsible for employment and training services under the WIA and managed service programs. Third, the WIA in the U.S. has several challenges still remained to enhance performances of adults or dislocated workers in labor market.
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