Training and Development

Question 1

What are the benefits of training for the employer?

Answer 1

• employees become more efficient at their job and so output increases
• staff are better prepared to embrace change
• wastage and poor quality output are reduced

Question 2

What are the benefits of training for the employee?

Answer 2

• increases promotion opportunities
• training is often free as it is paid for by the organisation
• increases job satisfaction as employees are more effective at their job

Question 3

What are the costs of training?

Answer 3

• the cost of training a large workforce can be expensive
• output might be reduced while workers are taking part in training
• highly skilled and trained employees are in a better position to request pay increases