HAL MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

OUR MISSION FOR LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Develop Excellence in Management, Leadership & Technology for Global Competition

OUR BELIEF SYSTEM

HMAs long term commitment to the Learning & Development Mission is being achieved through a belief that

All our people are our key differentiators for sustained success LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
HMA offers sustained life time opportunities for learning and development at all levels - the personal, team, project, business and organizational, through both standard and customized programs. It is continuously enhancing and enriching the quality of the experiences of Learning & Development to create and meet a demand for off-the-job learning of 5 days per annum for every officer. HMA provides

an opportunity for exploring within oneself the potential for enlarge the personal and organizational envelope. The Learning & Development opportunities available at HMA are categorized as follows: i) Standard Programs: They offer the latest developments and advancements in the area of technology & management and thus enable officers to shoulder higher responsibilities and to think out of the box to resolve issues and challenges faced by them in day-to-day activities. Titles include Middle Management Development; Senior Managers; Advanced Management (with modules covering Strategic Management, Business Management, Finance Management & Leadership), Contracts, Communication & Presentation, Lean, Quality, etc. Alignment Workshops: They are specifically oriented towards Divisions and ultimately aimed at achieving Divisional / Companys goals. The workshop series include Vision Workshops, Strategic Policy Deployment, Kaizen etc Computer Based Programs: They offer to develop excellence in the use of software tools such as Advanced MS Excel, MS Projects, MATLAB, MINI TAB, etc. Certification Programs: Certification programs are developed by HMA in association with professional bodies in Financial Management, Project Management, English Language, Six Sigma (Black Belt), etc.

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Division Specific Programs: Programs specific to divisions such as Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerancing, TRIZ, Mentoring, etc. are offered in the Divisions. Senior/Corporate Level Programs: Leadership Excellence, Business Excellence and Operational Excellence programs are conducted in association with IIMs. International Contracts & Negotiations program is conducted in partnering with NLSIU. Functional (Technical Programs) & Functional Excellence Programs: To achieve professional excellence, a few functional (technical) programs are offered such as Basics of Aircraft Technology, Aircraft Mechanical Systems, Aircraft Avionics System, Aircraft

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Assembly & Testing, Technology Management, Flight Safety & Accident Investigation, Network Administration, Safety & Plant Maintenance, Quality (AS 9100C), Structural & System Design, etc. Some of these programs are sought by other Aerospace Organizations. Conferences/Workshops/Seminars: Intra-HAL Conferences/Workshops/Seminars on current topics, relevant to aerospace industry are conducted in Manufacturing Excellence, SCM, PLCM, Technical Manual Writing, etc. Other Programs: Programs such as Women Empowerment, Post Retirement Planning, Impact of Competition, HR for Line Managers, Refresher Programs for Management and Design Trainees, are also offered regularly.

HAL Management Academy (HMA) was established in August 1969, under the name of HAL Staff College. It was re-named HAL Management Academy in June 2001 to reflect its focus on Management Development, Consultancy and Research. HMA has completed 42 years of fruitful contribution to the cause of Management Education and is proud of the hundreds of Management Trainees & Design Trainees who have provided Leadership in Aerospace Industry in India in various positions. This includes those who have been Chairmen and Members of the Board of Directors and General Managers of HAL and other Defence PSUs.

FACULTY FACULTY
HMA presently has seven faculty members possessing proficiency and expertise in various fields like manufacturing, quality, finance, behavioural science, management, lean, etc. The faculty team has a good mix of youth and experience and goes all out to create the ambience that will invoke thinking, reflection and desire to renew and refresh ones approach and attitude to the emerging challenges. Faculty for training programs at HMA are selected both from inside HAL and from the industry or academia outside to bring a mix of knowledge, skills and capabilities. The core competence of the faculty team is to assess the training needs proactively and create programs for the future needs of the company and to respond quickly to the customized requirements of internal customers. The faculty members are also invited for Seminars, Conferences and Guest Lectures at various institutions and forum. Active participation as faculty at HMA by Executive Directors, General Managers and other senior officers as well as retired officers enhances the learning through creating channels for sharing knowledge, experience and wisdom.

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The programs are designed with a blend of class room and outdoor activities. Case studies, group exercises, presentations by participants, games and a few psychometric tests are part of HMA training programs. Out Bound Learning are also included in a few of the programs. Pre-test & post-test are conducted and initiation of implementation of the learning is structured into the training programs. Individual and group action plans are the means to transfer learning from the classroom to the work-place.

AMBIENCE & INFRASTRUCTURE

Thick colorful foliage, lush lawns, pathways and flower beds provide a serene retreat from the distractions of the bustling metropolis. This ambience has a soothing effect on the minds of the participants and takes them away from the hectic work schedules to an idyllic location where they can review their contribution from new creative perspectives.

CLASSROOMS

HMA has eight air-conditioned and acoustically-designed training halls with a seating capacity varying from 20 to 50, with flexible seating arrangements. Each classroom is equipped with excellent audiovisual facilities. An exclusive computer lab is available for hands on learning of software.

LIBRARY
HMA has a library with over 12000 books mainly on Management topics. It has also a number of professional journals. An impressive collection of audio-visual aids supplement classroom learning and assignments.

AUDITORIUM
An auditorium with 160 seats is also available for viewing films/videos, conducting seminars, etc. The well designed stage is suitable for cultural programs by participants which enrich the variety of experiences.

ACCOMMODATION
Forty-eight fully furnished twin occupancy rooms are available which provide accommodation nearly to a hundred resident participants.

CAFETE CAFETERIA

A neat and tidy cafeteria within the campus provides nutritious food and caters to the palate of the participants from all over the country.

RECREATION

The recreation facility includes a home-gym, indoor and outdoor sports areas, which provide the participants the much needed relaxation during the off-hours and holidays. A number of Business newspapers and magazines are also available. Invitation for Feedback/Interest in partnering with HMA We invite feedback to enable us to improve continuously. We invite you to partner with us in sharing your knowledge, expertise and experience. Please feel free to write to us at hma@hal-india.com. *********