National 5 Bus Mgt HR Training

Which is NOT an advantage of training?

• Can improve employee productivity
• Can create a multi-skilled workforce
• Can help prepare staff for promotion outwith the company
• Increases staff morale, motivation and job satisfaction

There are three main types of training. Which is type below is incorrect?

• On the job training
• Can create a multi-skilled life long training
• Off the job training
• Induction training

On the job training which involves a new member of staff following an experienced member of staff to observe them at work is called

• Work shadowing
• Job rotation
• Coaching
• Job enhancement

On the job training which involves a trainee learning new tasks in different departments for short periods of time is called

• Work shadowing
• Job rotation
• Coaching
• Job enhancement

Off-the job training involves the employee attending courses away from their workplace e.g. at college or university.

• True
• False

Identify whether the benefit is of on the job or off the job training.
Can help staff network and bring back new ideas

• On the job training
• Off the job training

Identify whether the benefit is of on the job or off the job training.
Trainees have greater flexibility over the course e.g. when and what it includes

• On the job training
• Off the job training

Identify whether the benefit is of on the job or off the job training.
There will be less distractions from day-to-day work demands

• On the job training
• Off the job training

Identify whether the benefit is of on the job or off the job training.
The trainer will be an expert and a formal qualification can be gained by employee

• On the job training
• Off the job training

Which is NOT a cost of off the job  training?

• Financial costs such as cost of course, travel and accommodation
• Staff may request a wage increase due to new qualifications they have gained
• Loss of output whilst away being trained (need for cover staff too)
• Staff are prepared for promotion