Advanced Approaches to Training, Development, Organization, and Evaluation

Introduction

Modern-day training and development activities adopt this comprehensive approach, making it a crucial component of human resource development strategy. It is essential to implement training and development plans and techniques in every organization to meet the evolving needs of the organization and keep pace with technological advancements.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this Advanced Approaches to Training, Development, Organization, and Evaluation Course course, participants will:

• Explain the main concepts and principles of the training cycle and the skills necessary for effective participation in training.
• Explore various sources and methods for identifying training needs.
• Master techniques for managing training participants and different types of training sessions.
• Measure training outcomes, conduct evaluations, and report on the results.
• Perform job analysis and develop job descriptions, understanding their processes and applications.
• Comprehend fundamental concepts of human resources and training theory.
• Recognize that individual steps in training can be integrated into system-wide activities.
• Conduct a comprehensive training needs analysis.
• Develop effective session plans and strategies for training programs.
• Sharpen communication and presentation skills.
• Acquire skills for managing participants in various training settings.
• Select and apply appropriate training methods for different content.
• Learn to choose and use training aids, including troubleshooting minor issues.
• Effectively incorporate computer technology into training programs.
• Gain knowledge of program assessment tools and reporting formats.
• Develop basic skills in producing audiovisual training aids.
• Understand how to utilize simulation technology in training.

Training Methodology

• Role-playing exercises
• Simulator exercises
• Peer learning
• Reflection and feedback sessions
• Expert-led teachings

Course Outline

Unit 1: Job Analysis

• Research areas and scope of job and business analysis
• Key elements of job analysis and training & development concepts
• Technology in job transfer
• Procedures for designing and executing the job analysis process

Unit 2: Job Descriptions

• The importance of job descriptions in personnel management
• A scientific approach to job descriptions
• Efficiency assessment of job description systems

Unit 3: Job Evaluation

• Understanding the purpose of job evaluations
• Steps and requirements for conducting a job evaluation
• Various methods of job evaluation
• Analysis of performance stars and job ladders

Unit 4: New Advances in Training and HR Development

• Organizing training activities and determining necessary elements
• Training related to understanding and aligning with organizational strategies
• Planning and managing training programs
• Developing effective training programs

Unit 5: Enhancing Performance in the Training Department

• Addressing issues related to human performance
• Identifying causes of performance lapses
• Conducting current state analysis
• Developing ideas and plans to address performance gaps
• Enhancing human performance
• Strategies for improving human performance and how to implement them
• Contemporary competencies for training and development personnel
• Efficient management of the training process
• Selection of relevant training methods
• Factors to consider when choosing a trainer
• Organizing training facilities
• Addressing organizational and management concerns in training

Unit 6: Training Technology

• Foundations for developing training facility plans
• Selection and use of instructional media
• Future directions in training activities
• Goals of training assessment
• Following up on training assessments: preparatory, during, and post-course assessments
• Drafting training assessment reports
• Evaluating the costs and benefits of training