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Linking management selection and development through stretch assignments
Author(s) -
McCauley Cynthia D.,
Eastman Lorrina J.,
Ohlott Patricia J.
Publication year - 1995
Publication title -
human resource management
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.888
H-Index - 94
eISSN - 1099-050X
pISSN - 0090-4848
DOI - 10.1002/hrm.3930340107
Subject(s) - selection (genetic algorithm) , succession planning , context (archaeology) , process management , psychology , knowledge management , computer science , business , management , artificial intelligence , biology , economics , paleontology
This article provides a framework and suggests strategies for incorporating management development considerations into selection processes. Components of developmental jobs which were derived from studies of on‐the‐job learning are described first. How various managerial jobs differ in terms of developmental components and learning outcomes is illustrated with data from the Developmental Challenge Profile. Next, how the developmental challenge framework can be used in a selection context to assess the type and degree of “stretch” a job candidate might experience in an assignment is examined. Additional issues to consider in providing developmental assignments to individuals and in enhancing the development emphasis of succession planning systems are discussed. © 1995 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.