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Unit 1: Introduction to Training and Development

Notes
Did u know? Mangers use training as an instrument to favour the five-eyed employees to
sponsor for training programmes.

Self Assessment

Fill in the blanks:
1. Training is an organised procedure which brings about a ……………… change in behaviour,
for a definite purpose.
2. The three main areas involved in training are skills, knowledge and ………………….
3. For all practical purposes training is aimed at specific, job-based objectives rather than the
…………………… aims of education.

1.2 Objectives and Beneficiaries of Training

It is useful at this point to look at the significant objectives of a training scheme;
(i) Meeting manpower needs: When skills of a specific order are required, it is often
impracticable for a concern to recruit skilled personnel from the open market. So do-it-
yourself is the only way.
(ii) Reduced learning time: When skills and knowledge are systematically taught, the trainees
are brought to efficient performance more quickly than if they had to proceed by trial and
error.
(iii) Improved performance: The elimination of incorrect working procedures and poor work
habits by skilled trainees ensure that only the best methods are taught.
(iv) Reduced wastage: Material and equipment costs can be often cut by the implementation of
an efficient training scheme.
(v) Less absenteeism: A major cause of staying at home from work, particularly with new staff,
comes from not a clear knowledge of one’s duties and how to perform them.

(vi) Fewer accidents: Accidents among untrained persons are three times more than those
among the trained staff.
(vii) Benefits to employees: Any increase in job skills adds to the market value of the trainee,
and can lead advancement both within and outside the company. There is also the
opportunity for the employee of increased earnings in some instances, and a job satisfaction
that results from being performed correctly for the first time.
Wise employers see training as a long-term investment.

Did u know? The relationship between investment in people in terms of training and
increased profit margins is clearly demonstrable, but it means both, waiting and faith.

1.2.1 Beneficiaries of Training

The beneficiaries of training are:
1. Organization:

 Gets more effective in decision-making and problem-solving.

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