Haslinda-a (2009) expressed that behind the theoretical debates concerning the nature of HRD,
there is a set argument pertaining to purpose of HRD. The purposes of HRD are said to influence
the nature and extent of HRD activities being implemented. The purposes of HRD are centered
on learning and performance perspectives, both benefiting the individual and the interests of
shareholders. In a wider perspective, the purposes center on economic benefits, social benefits
and the ethics of HRD. These points indirectly suggest that a reconciliation of the purposes of
HRD centrally focus on training, development and learning within organizations for individual
development to achieve business strategies and for the development of organizational
competence