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A survey of 55 human resource development graduate programs uncovered great heterogeneity of program names, departmental affiliations, and specializations. Compared with a 1991 survey, master's enrollment declined, part-time study increased. Core curricula do not reflect current literature. (Contains 31 references. Includes "Invited Reaction" by Nancie Fimbel on pages 145-150.) (SK)

A survey of 98 participants and 9 instructors in management training in a British government agency showed that trainees frequently sought information about their performance. Although feedback seeking was an important part of training, instructors tended to overestimate the frequency with which they provided feedback. (Contains 42 references.) (SK)

Responses from 47% of 3,540 U.S. and German employees of a multinational company revealed lower levels of transformational leadership among Germans and other cultural differences in work values. Cultural values predicted leadership style. Job category had a main effect on cultural values. (SK)