Choose an organization according to the following • Curre.docxchristinemaritza
Choose an organization according to the following:
• Current employer
• Most recent or former employer
• Place of business that you have patronized or have been familiar with over a long period of
time.
o Avoid choosing an organization that is so large that historical data would be difficult
to apply. Firms in the Russell 2000® index may fit well, whereas firms in the Dow 30
Industrial index probably do not.
• The organization can be a start-up that you or a significant other may create in the future.
For a start-up, focus on an entrepreneurial idea that is of substantive interest, so this project
leaves you with a product you may leverage in the future.
Write a 1,050-word paper in which you address the following:
• Identify the major components of the strategic management process.
• Discuss how these components work together to create value for the organization.
• Evaluate the company's mission statement, vision statement, motivation strategy, innovation
strategy, and people strategy. If the organization does not have one or more of these, how
does that affect the organization and its people?
• Explain the role of ethics and corporate social responsibility in strategic planning. How does
this direct their strategy? How does the organization's vison and mission align with your own
values and vision? If you are currently working for the organization, how does your role
influence this and vice versa?
The Training Process Model
This book will take you through the complete training process as it would be conducted under ideal conditions. Unfortunately, most organizations do not operate in ideal conditions. Insufficient financial resources, time, and training professionals represent just a few of the challenges faced by most companies. Recognizing these limitations, we also provide variations to training practices and systems that, although not ideal, do a reasonable job of accomplishing training objectives . Of course, these shortcuts exact a price, and we identify the major consequences associated with these shortcuts. Thus, we try to provide both “ideal” and more practical approaches to implementing the training processes. Nonetheless, even in less-than-ideal conditions, all of the training processes are critical to the success of training. Although less-than-ideal methods may be used to carry out the training processes, elimination of one or more of the processes places the entire effort at grave risk.
Effective training is not just running a lot of people through a lot of training programs. To view training this way is shortsighted. Instead, training should be viewed as a set of integrated
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Choose an organization according to the following • Curre.docxchristinemaritza
Choose an organization according to the following:
• Current employer
• Most recent or former employer
• Place of business that you have patronized or have been familiar with over a long period of
time.
o Avoid choosing an organization that is so large that historical data would be difficult
to apply. Firms in the Russell 2000® index may fit well, whereas firms in the Dow 30
Industrial index probably do not.
• The organization can be a start-up that you or a significant other may create in the future.
For a start-up, focus on an entrepreneurial idea that is of substantive interest, so this project
leaves you with a product you may leverage in the future.
Write a 1,050-word paper in which you address the following:
• Identify the major components of the strategic management process.
• Discuss how these components work together to create value for the organization.
• Evaluate the company's mission statement, vision statement, motivation strategy, innovation
strategy, and people strategy. If the organization does not have one or more of these, how
does that affect the organization and its people?
• Explain the role of ethics and corporate social responsibility in strategic planning. How does
this direct their strategy? How does the organization's vison and mission align with your own
values and vision? If you are currently working for the organization, how does your role
influence this and vice versa?
The Training Process Model
This book will take you through the complete training process as it would be conducted under ideal conditions. Unfortunately, most organizations do not operate in ideal conditions. Insufficient financial resources, time, and training professionals represent just a few of the challenges faced by most companies. Recognizing these limitations, we also provide variations to training practices and systems that, although not ideal, do a reasonable job of accomplishing training objectives . Of course, these shortcuts exact a price, and we identify the major consequences associated with these shortcuts. Thus, we try to provide both “ideal” and more practical approaches to implementing the training processes. Nonetheless, even in less-than-ideal conditions, all of the training processes are critical to the success of training. Although less-than-ideal methods may be used to carry out the training processes, elimination of one or more of the processes places the entire effort at grave risk.
Effective training is not just running a lot of people through a lot of training programs. To view training this way is shortsighted. Instead, training should be viewed as a set of integrated
1-1Training in ActionTeam Building Sizzles, then Fizzles
The director of a city utilities department felt that creating employee problem-solving teams would improve the quality of operations and the efficiency of the department. All employees were provided the opportunity to participate in team-building and problem ...
✓Identify the strategic value of training and
development
✓ Differentiate the types of training delivery
✓Identify the most common methods of training used
by organizations
✓ Recognize the content and resources needed to
meet training goals and objectives
Literature ReviewThe role of a Human Resource department is ev.docxSHIVA101531
Literature Review
The role of a Human Resource department is ever changing in today’s volatile business environment. Over the years HR have become a strong strategic partner within an organization by providing functions such as recruitment, training and development and retention. Human Resources in order to be strategic works directly with all levels of management in an effort to help with strategy and the growth of the company to meet their vision. One very important aspect is talent acquisition. Having the right people in key roles within the company is vital to the success and growth. Performing this function includes preparing a job description, recruiting, and then setting compensation. Then a crucial tool used by many HR departments is the process of job evaluations and performance reviews.
Method of Job Analysis
When a new job is created or a vacancy occurs, it is the role of a HR representative to fill that void. In order to perform this function they need to first understand what role they are trying fill and what skills and responsibilities this new role would require. By conducting a job analysis they are able to further define an important elements of any job and then search for the person or people that are a good fit for the company. As important as it is to perform a job analysis before looking for that new candidate, it is equally as important to select the correct job analysis method. Some popular job analysis methods are Observation, Individual Interview and Structured Questionnaires. Organizations choose methods based on various guidelines that are all link to the job responsibilities, company culture and size of the organization. Each organization must select which methods are the best match for their candidate search. The Observation method includes studying someone while they perform their job in an effort to better understand the tasks and duties necessary to this particular job. The advantages are, the observer can obtain first hand knowledge and information about the job being analyzed. This can provide an accurate picture of the candidate ability to do the job at hand. Other Job Analysis methods such as the interview or questionnaire only allow HR to indirectly obtain this information. With other methods there is a risk of omissions or exaggerations are introduced either by the incumbent being interviewed or by items on the questionnaire.
The next method is the Interview method; this method involves conducting interviews of the person leaving this position to gain insights into what duties they perform. Interviews can also be conducted on other employees performing the same job but in most cases start with the HR manager. The advantages are that it allows the incumbent to describe tasks and duties that are not observable. The disadvantage is the candidate can exaggerate or omit tasks and duties. The interviewer must be skilled and ask the proper questions.
The Structured Questionnaire method uses a standardized ...
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✓Identify the strategic value of training and
development
✓ Differentiate the types of training delivery
✓Identify the most common methods of training used
by organizations
✓ Recognize the content and resources needed to
meet training goals and objectives
Literature ReviewThe role of a Human Resource department is ev.docxSHIVA101531
Literature Review
The role of a Human Resource department is ever changing in today’s volatile business environment. Over the years HR have become a strong strategic partner within an organization by providing functions such as recruitment, training and development and retention. Human Resources in order to be strategic works directly with all levels of management in an effort to help with strategy and the growth of the company to meet their vision. One very important aspect is talent acquisition. Having the right people in key roles within the company is vital to the success and growth. Performing this function includes preparing a job description, recruiting, and then setting compensation. Then a crucial tool used by many HR departments is the process of job evaluations and performance reviews.
Method of Job Analysis
When a new job is created or a vacancy occurs, it is the role of a HR representative to fill that void. In order to perform this function they need to first understand what role they are trying fill and what skills and responsibilities this new role would require. By conducting a job analysis they are able to further define an important elements of any job and then search for the person or people that are a good fit for the company. As important as it is to perform a job analysis before looking for that new candidate, it is equally as important to select the correct job analysis method. Some popular job analysis methods are Observation, Individual Interview and Structured Questionnaires. Organizations choose methods based on various guidelines that are all link to the job responsibilities, company culture and size of the organization. Each organization must select which methods are the best match for their candidate search. The Observation method includes studying someone while they perform their job in an effort to better understand the tasks and duties necessary to this particular job. The advantages are, the observer can obtain first hand knowledge and information about the job being analyzed. This can provide an accurate picture of the candidate ability to do the job at hand. Other Job Analysis methods such as the interview or questionnaire only allow HR to indirectly obtain this information. With other methods there is a risk of omissions or exaggerations are introduced either by the incumbent being interviewed or by items on the questionnaire.
The next method is the Interview method; this method involves conducting interviews of the person leaving this position to gain insights into what duties they perform. Interviews can also be conducted on other employees performing the same job but in most cases start with the HR manager. The advantages are that it allows the incumbent to describe tasks and duties that are not observable. The disadvantage is the candidate can exaggerate or omit tasks and duties. The interviewer must be skilled and ask the proper questions.
The Structured Questionnaire method uses a standardized ...
Optimize Your Recruitment Process by Using CompetenciesCenterfor HCI
A meaningful competency framework can also improve recruiting practices. By aligning organizational competencies and expected proficiency levels with position descriptions, it allows you to hire people who are a good fit for the organization in a strategic and targeted way.
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1. From Required Competencies to Effective Training 1 of 5
Or, How to Determine Training Needs
By: Davis Woodruff, PE, CMC, Management Methods, Inc.
From Required Competencies to Effective Training
Or, How to Determine Training Needs
Davis Woodruff, PE, CMC, Management Methods, Inc.
Abstract
The keys to determining training needs include: 1. Know your present situation, 2.
Identify required competencies, 3. Involve employees, 4. Survey, discuss and analyze
actual data, 5. Prepare specific employee development plans, and 6. Implement the
plans.
While effective training is an important element of a successful business operation,
training needs are rarely examined systematically while considering the required
competencies for the jobs in the organization.
Too often training programs are bought simply because they are well advertised, well
marketed, the latest “fad” or because other organizations are using them. By
systematically reviewing the required competencies for each position evaluating the
training needs to satisfy the competencies an organization can deliver training that is on
target and effective. This approach fits nicely with the requirements of ISO 9001, AS
9100 and ISO 14001; and the methodology enables an organization to properly utilize
its resources to develop training and interventions that are more effective because they
meet the specific needs of the people, positions and situations.
Systematic Process
In a systematic process approach there are four types of analysis:
1. The competencies analysis answers the question, “What are the competencies
that an individual must have to perform this job?”
2. The organization analysis answers the question, “Where is training needed in the
organization?”
3. The task analysis answers the question, “What must the employee learn in order
to satisfy the required competencies?”
4. The person or individual analysis answers the question, “Who needs this training
and what specific training do they need?”
Conducting such an analysis is time consuming, but it is ultimately more cost effective.
Since the major cost of training is the time and overhead of having people in a training
session, the up-front analysis is an effective way to reduce the total cost of
implementing an employee training and development process. This comprehensive
process yields a thorough understanding of the training needs in the organization and
pays dividends in the implementation phase.
The general approach for a training needs analysis consists of five phases:
1. Understanding the required competencies by job function or position.
2. Researching the present training programs/process.
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Or, How to Determine Training Needs
By: Davis Woodruff, PE, CMC, Management Methods, Inc.
3. Involving employees in surveys/discussion groups on a representative basis for
the organization.
4. Analysis of the results.
5. Preparation of the specific employee development plans.
This analysis is most effectively accomplished when a small (3-7 people) cross-
functional team is utilized. It is very difficult for the HR Manager or HR Assistant to
accomplish such a comprehensive task. In many instances an outside resource can be
effectively used to plan and facilitate the effort. Outside resources insure objectivity and
a focus on results without the “baggage in relationships” that may be present within the
organization. In any case it is vital to minimize disruptions to the organization’s work and
to avoid creating false expectations among employees. Be realistic in planning each
phase and allow time to do a complete job. Carefully document the process as you
move through each phase.
Of course, before beginning a project like this, it is imperative that management support
and involvement is insured. There should be built in periodic communications with
senior management so there will be “no surprises” when the project is completed.
Competency Analysis
A thorough review of required competencies should be done by involving a variety of
people in the various job functions in the organization. This should go far beyond the
HR department. It should involve people who are actually doing the work as well as
those responsible for the work being done and perhaps even the internal customers of
various departments or functions.
An effective way to identify required competencies is to prepare a list of jobs or
positions within the organization and then list the competencies that one must have in
order to do that particular job. In many cases there will be “core competencies” that all
employees must have. These may include basic competencies like being able to read
and write, computer literacy, ability to interpret engineering drawings or basic math
skills. Sometimes the core competencies could be as complex as an engineering
degree from an accredited institution. In other cases they may include a basic
understanding of the environmental impacts associated with each job, as in the case of
an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System; or how each job affects quality as in
the case of an ISO 9001 Quality Management System. When an ISO 9001 or ISO
14001 management system is in place, the system documentation should reference
how competencies are identified, such as through a competency review, a matrix of
required competencies or job descriptions, and how they relate to training needs and
actual training that is conducted.
If an organization uses job descriptions, they may already have the required
competencies identified and simply need to review these to be sure they are up to date.
3. From Required Competencies to Effective Training 3 of 5
Or, How to Determine Training Needs
By: Davis Woodruff, PE, CMC, Management Methods, Inc.
As process improvements are made the required competencies should be reviewed to
insure they are up to date. It is a good idea to review these at least annually anyway.
After the competencies are identified, then you are ready to begin identifying training
needs/programs for the organization.
Organization Analysis
An organization analysis examines the organization as a whole. It includes investigation
of internal and external environments, mission, organizational structure, objectives,
markets, customers, policies, procedures and interfaces within the organization. The
first question to be answered by this analysis, and coupled with the matrix of required
competencies, “Where in the organization is training needed to insure required
competencies are properly addressed?” The second question is, “In what areas will
training be effective or successful if addressed?” Rarely will the needs be the same in
every division of the organization, thus “mass training” or corporate wide efforts may not
be very successful. Generally, the most successful training will be based around
competencies and organizational needs and customized for the organization.
A part of this analysis includes studying what each unit or department is striving to
achieve and the current training programs, plans and objectives. Without this knowledge
it is not possible to understand the training needs. When objectives are stated and
compared to actual performance results, it is clear whether the training needs are short
term, long term or preventive. Short term training focuses on solving immediate
problems, long term focuses on solving chronic or continuing problems and preventive
needs maintain the critical knowledge and skill levels required in today’s changing
workplace. The preventive needs may include recurring needs such as safety training,
ISO Quality or Environmental refreshers or basic HR training.
If an organization is not meeting its objectives, it must understand why before simply
throwing money at training. There could be other barriers to meeting objectives such as
maintenance issues, procedural confusion, high turnover, unclear objectives,
inadequate facilities, management problems or a lack of resources to name a few likely
barriers.
The final step in the organization analysis is the manpower analysis. This simply
involves determining how many employees in each job classification need training now
and how many will need training in the next year, two years and three years. This
becomes a key component of the action plan.
Task Analysis
The task analysis provides the information necessary to identify the specific content of
the training programs for each job. First, conduct a job analysis which will include the
required competencies identified earlier and how they relate to the specific job and
tasks. Job descriptions, if available will usually help in this process. However, it is not
4. From Required Competencies to Effective Training 4 of 5
Or, How to Determine Training Needs
By: Davis Woodruff, PE, CMC, Management Methods, Inc.
necessary to have formal job descriptions to do this effectively. Simply clarify and
understand the expectations for each job, any procedures involved and observation of
the actual work being done. Many times we find that the actual work being done has
changed over time and the procedures and systems no longer match the work.
The task analysis can be accomplished simply by observing and discussing in a smaller
organization, or by using a team of employees and a group process such as a
storyboard in a larger organization. Where multiple locations are involved there needs to
be a clear understanding among the locations of differences that may exist as well as
the common factors.
Appropriate performance objectives for training programs should be identified as a part
of the task analysis. These can then be used later to aid in assessing the effectiveness
of training.
Person Analysis
The final phase involves the person analysis, which determines who needs training and
what training is needed by each person. It is the result of the other three phases of the
analysis and is what brings it all together into a functional plan to implement. However, it
is sometimes the most difficult.
This can be done through performance reviews, work sampling, quality reports, safety
assessments, scrap reports, or supervisory and employee knowledge of the specific
situation. Proficiency patterns may differ greatly within an organization and even within
a given department. This is especially the case when an organization has experienced
turnover in several long term employees or in a specific department.
Sometimes an instrument like a “job factor analysis” can be utilized, and this generally
works best with repetitive jobs. These are usually completed by both the supervisor and
employee. Then differences in the two are addressed to identify gaps and how best to
overcome the gaps.
While performance reviews may be used, if they do not contain specific information and
results it is usually more effective to look to the actual economic indicators such as
productivity, on time deliveries, customer satisfaction, scrap, quality, safety or other
measures the organization considers important.
Implementation Plans
Developing the implementation plan to actually use the results of this analysis is often
the most difficult part of the process and often gets short-changed for inexplicable
reasons. Without a detailed implementation plan that is followed up on by management,
the preceding efforts have been wasted.
This is where the current training programs that have been researched during the
overall analysis link with the results of this comprehensive analysis. Many times training
5. From Required Competencies to Effective Training 5 of 5
Or, How to Determine Training Needs
By: Davis Woodruff, PE, CMC, Management Methods, Inc.
programs have just “hung around” because they were effective ten years ago. It could
be time to let them go. Also, now is a good time to review the objectives and content of
current training modules or programs and be sure they address the required
competencies for today’s reality. Results of these reviews are considered in developing
the comprehensive implementation plan.
Specific training programs, events, modules or systems should be defined for each
employee with a timetable for implementation. The objectives for each program should
be defined along with the delivery method for the training. Remember, “Just in time”
applies to training as well as to manufacturing. Employees should have a use for the
training, it should not be done just to satisfy a plan or because someone thinks
everyone needs to have it without a firm basis for that determination.
In finalizing the implementation plan, it is important to address effectiveness of the
training and to provide feedback to all those who were involved in the total needs
assessment process.
Proficiency tests are gaining in popularity, especially in computer based training
programs, as a way to assess the effectiveness of training. The real issue is whether or
not an employee knows how to do their job correctly and performs on the job. In some
cases this is easy, such as when process simulations can be run or the job observed
directly. In others, it may not be as easy, but can be addressed through meeting
objectives or goals for the job. Some organizations take a “macro” view of training
effectiveness by simply looking at customer satisfaction indicators and on-time
deliveries of products or services that meet customer requirements.
Also, remember the ultimate question: “Can he/she perform this job if their life
depended on it?” If the answer is “yes” a training program is not needed. If the answer is
“no” then training is required. If the answer is “yes” but it is not being done, the problem
will not be corrected by training. There are other barriers to performance that must be
identified and corrected.
Benefits
By following a systematic process an organization can prepare a development plan that
meet its needs now and in the future. Careful documentation of the process and records
of training can be used to satisfy ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and certain OSHA and GMP
requirements. Being specific with needs, objectives, content, delivery and
documentation enables the organization to focus on being the low cost, high quality
producer.