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Career Development

The ongoing process of managing an employee's career growth within an organization.

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Career development is the ongoing process through which employees acquire new skills, take on greater responsibilities, and advance in their careers. Employers that invest in career development benefit from higher engagement, improved retention, and a stronger internal talent pipeline. Career development activities include structured training programmes, mentoring, stretch assignments, job rotation, and clear career pathways. HR software supports career development through learning management, goal setting, and succession planning tools.

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