The CIRO Model of
Management Training
 An overview of the CIRO Model for evaluating
management training programs.
Introduction to the CIRO
Model
 • The CIRO model is a structured approach to evaluating
management training.
 • Developed by Warr, Bird, and Rackham in 1970.
 • Focuses on four key stages: Context, Input, Reaction,
and Output.
 • Provides a framework to assess training effectiveness.
CIRO Model Overview
 Diagram: A simple flowchart showing Context Input
→ →
Reaction Output.
→
Importance of the CIRO Model
 • Helps systematically evaluate training effectiveness.
 • Identifies strengths and areas for improvement.
 • Aligns training with organizational goals and employee
needs.
Breakdown of the CIRO Model
 1. Context Evaluation
 • Assesses organizational and individual needs.
 • Identifies skill gaps and deficiencies.
 2. Input Evaluation
 • Evaluates training design and delivery.
 • Includes trainers, materials, and methods.
 3. Reaction Evaluation
 • Measures participants’ reactions.
 • Uses surveys and discussions.
 4. Outcome Evaluation
 • Assesses training impact.
 • Uses performance assessments and KPIs.
CIRO Model vs. Kirkpatrick
Model
 • CIRO Model focuses on needs assessment and
structured evaluation.
 • Kirkpatrick Model emphasizes reaction, learning,
behavior, and results.
 • CIRO is more suited for management training,
Kirkpatrick is broader.
Advantages of the CIRO Model
 • Provides a holistic view of training effectiveness.
 • Focuses on pre- and post-training assessment.
 • Aligns training with strategic goals.
Limitations of the CIRO Model
 • Can be time-consuming due to extensive evaluation.
 • Requires proper implementation and skilled
evaluators.
 • Does not focus deeply on individual learning
improvements.
Implementing the CIRO Model
 Step 1: Conduct a thorough needs analysis (Context
Evaluation).
 Step 2: Design an effective training program (Input
Evaluation).
 Step 3: Gather immediate feedback from trainees
(Reaction Evaluation).
 Step 4: Assess post-training improvements (Outcome
Evaluation).
Conclusion
 • The CIRO model is a valuable tool for evaluating
training effectiveness.
 • Ensures training aligns with business objectives.
 • Helps improve training ROI through structured
evaluation.
Q&A
 Open floor for questions and discussions.

CIRO model in training and development

  • 1.
    The CIRO Modelof Management Training  An overview of the CIRO Model for evaluating management training programs.
  • 2.
    Introduction to theCIRO Model  • The CIRO model is a structured approach to evaluating management training.  • Developed by Warr, Bird, and Rackham in 1970.  • Focuses on four key stages: Context, Input, Reaction, and Output.  • Provides a framework to assess training effectiveness.
  • 3.
    CIRO Model Overview Diagram: A simple flowchart showing Context Input → → Reaction Output. →
  • 4.
    Importance of theCIRO Model  • Helps systematically evaluate training effectiveness.  • Identifies strengths and areas for improvement.  • Aligns training with organizational goals and employee needs.
  • 5.
    Breakdown of theCIRO Model  1. Context Evaluation  • Assesses organizational and individual needs.  • Identifies skill gaps and deficiencies.  2. Input Evaluation  • Evaluates training design and delivery.  • Includes trainers, materials, and methods.  3. Reaction Evaluation  • Measures participants’ reactions.  • Uses surveys and discussions.  4. Outcome Evaluation  • Assesses training impact.  • Uses performance assessments and KPIs.
  • 6.
    CIRO Model vs.Kirkpatrick Model  • CIRO Model focuses on needs assessment and structured evaluation.  • Kirkpatrick Model emphasizes reaction, learning, behavior, and results.  • CIRO is more suited for management training, Kirkpatrick is broader.
  • 7.
    Advantages of theCIRO Model  • Provides a holistic view of training effectiveness.  • Focuses on pre- and post-training assessment.  • Aligns training with strategic goals.
  • 8.
    Limitations of theCIRO Model  • Can be time-consuming due to extensive evaluation.  • Requires proper implementation and skilled evaluators.  • Does not focus deeply on individual learning improvements.
  • 9.
    Implementing the CIROModel  Step 1: Conduct a thorough needs analysis (Context Evaluation).  Step 2: Design an effective training program (Input Evaluation).  Step 3: Gather immediate feedback from trainees (Reaction Evaluation).  Step 4: Assess post-training improvements (Outcome Evaluation).
  • 10.
    Conclusion  • TheCIRO model is a valuable tool for evaluating training effectiveness.  • Ensures training aligns with business objectives.  • Helps improve training ROI through structured evaluation.
  • 11.
    Q&A  Open floorfor questions and discussions.