Approaches to Training (SQA National 5 Business Management): Revision Note

Helps new employees to understand their job roles and responsibilities

Introduces employees to the business's culture, policies and procedures

Improves employee confidence and motivation

Reduces the time taken for new employees to become productive

Can be time-consuming and expensive to organise

May not cover all aspects of the job role

May not be effective in all cases, leading to employee dissatisfaction and higher staff turnover rates

Employees learn new skills and knowledge while performing their job duties

Training is tailored to the employee's specific job role and responsibilities

Training is often practical and relevant to the employee's job duties

Can be cost-effective, as it takes place during working hours

Employees may make mistakes while learning, which can impact productivity and quality

Can be disruptive to the workplace, as it requires the trainer to devote time to training the employee

May not be effective in all cases, leading to employee dissatisfaction and higher staff turnover rates

Employees learn new skills and knowledge outside of the workplace, which can bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the workplace

Training can be tailored to employees' specific needs and interests

Training can be used as a reward or incentive for high-performing employees

It can be cost-effective if training is provided online or through webinars

It can be expensive to organise, especially if travel and accommodation are required

Employees may miss work while attending training, which can impact productivity

The training may not be directly applicable to the employee's job role or the needs of the firm