Training Needs Analysis in a Government Regulatory Firm (B)

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-49
Author(s):  
Shailaja Karve ◽  
Meenakshi Aggarwal-Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Training Needs ◽  
Needs Analysis ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Managerial Skills ◽  
Customized Training ◽  
Junior Staff ◽  
The People ◽  
Regulatory Commission ◽  
Unique Context

Western State Electricity Regulatory Commission (WSERC) a Government Regulatory Firm in India needed to enhance its human resource capabilities. It was grappling with employees who were either on contract or deputation, and were essentially temporary in nature. The younger staff was lacking in both technical and managerial skills and could not contribute to the organization’s functioning. The senior staff appeared unwilling to transfer their knowledge to the junior staff. In addition, there were various people-related challenges in terms of differences in working styles, hierarchical culture of the firm, conflict across levels and functions and preference to operate in silos. It was decided to address the people related challenges through training to create a climate of trust and sharing before initiating a mentoring intervention. It was decided to undertake customized training to address the unique context and challenges being faced by the firm; therefore, a training needs analysis (TNA) was carried out. Various tools such as the TNA questionnaire, visioning exercise, personal interviews and focused group discussions (FGD) were used to gather data to identify specific training needs of the firm. The case focuses on the process of initiating a TNA in a small firm and some of the associated challenges.

scholarly journals Bestuursontwikkelingsbehoeftes in die Suid-Afrikaanse lugmag: 'n Vergelykende studie van die persepsies van die vier kultuurgroepe

2000 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J. J. Theart ◽  
B. C. Lessing ◽  
J. M. Schepers
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
South African ◽  
Air Force ◽  
Management Development ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
Cultural Groups ◽  
The South ◽  
Managerial Skills

Management Development Needs in the South African Air Force: A comparative study of the perceptions of four cultural groups. The object of the study was to determine whether the perceptions of managers and supervisors from different cultural groups in the South African Air Force differ concerning their managerial skills, and to determine to what extent the perceptions of the superiors differ from those of their subordinates. A questionnaire of perceived management development needs was used to determine whether specific training needs exist. It was found that there are indeed statistically significant differences between the various cultural groups'perceptions of their management development needs and that training needs exist within all four cultural groups. Opsomming Die doel van die studie was om te bepaal of die persepsies van bestuurders en toesighouers mt verskillende kultuurgroepe in die Suid-Afrikaanse Lugmag, rakende hul bestuursvaardighede, onderling van mekaar verskil en om te bepaal in watter opsig die persepsies van bogeskiktes van die van hul ondergeskiktes verskil. nVraelys van waargenome bestuursontwikkelingsbehoeftes is gebruik om te bepaal of daar spesifieke opieidingsbehoeftes bestaan. Daar is bevind dat daar wel statistics beduidende verskille tussen die kultuurgroepe se persepsies van hul bestuursontwikkelingsbehoeftes bestaan en dat daar opieidingsbehoeftes by al vier groepe bestaan.

The application of educational teaching methods in educational organizations of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (3) ◽  
pp. 202-209
Author(s):  
Gennadiy Marchenko ◽  
Irina Soshnikova
Keyword(s):  
Role Playing ◽  
Professional Activity ◽  
Educational Organizations ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Educational Methods ◽  
Professional Activities ◽  
The People ◽  
Internal Affairs ◽  
Main Components ◽  
Clear Idea

The article reveals the content of modern training technologies for internal affairs bodies; approaches are presented to training and education of cadets and students of educational organizations of the system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia and educational methods the foundation of which is formed value content of professional activities: patriotism and citizenship, service to the Fatherland and interests of the people, loyalty to the law and official duty. The authors propose specific methods (case methods, group discussions, role-playing and business games) for use during seminars and practical classes in the discipline «Professional ethics and official etiquette». These methods are active and interactive, and their content is based on the appeal to literary and cinematic works on the activities of law enforcement officers on various stages of national history. The article is of methodological interest for scientific and academicians of educational organizations of the system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, teaching humanities. The authors come to the conclusion that the use of educational methods of teaching in the classroom gives cadets and listeners a clear idea of the main components of professional activity and official duty, morality and law, strengthens the understanding of the continuity of the glorious traditions of previous generations of employees of the internal affairs bodies, allows creating the Ministry of Internal Affairs in educational organizations Russia a favorable upbringing environment and qualitatively raise the level of practical readiness of graduates for professional activities.

scholarly journals Human Resources Training Needs in the Small and Medium Enterprises from Cross-Border Area Romania-Ukraine-Republic of Moldova

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 2150
Author(s):  
Carmen Emilia Chașovschi ◽  
Carmen Nastase ◽  
Mihai Popescu ◽  
Adrian-Liviu Scutariu ◽  
Iulian-Alexandru Condratov
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Comparative Approach ◽  
Development Programs ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
Border Area ◽  
Common Features ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
New Development ◽  
Medium Enterprises

The research aim was to identify the training needs of entrepreneurs and employees within small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from the Suceava, Chernivtsi, and Bălți regions, to analyze the specific training practices in the cross-border area, and to identify the common features or the disparities. The research contains an exploratory survey, based on a semi-structured questionnaire that investigates the training needs in the SMEs and specific training practices with a comparative approach. The results relate to the challenges faced by transformation economies and by the specificities of SMEs from these remote areas. Additionally, the research connects the factors involved in planning and delivering training programs for employees in SMEs in this EU peripheral area with the weaknesses of the companies in facing the market competitive economy. The results of the survey disclosed some common features and specificities related to training needs, training responsibilities, and interests in the SMEs from this cross-border area. The discussions are relevant for different categories of stakeholders, at the micro-level, for the management of the companies, but also on a larger scale, in planning the new development programs for the labor market in the targeted areas.

scholarly journals Training needs analysis for management of facilities and infrastructure learning automotive engineering

2021 ◽  
Vol 1833 (1) ◽  
pp. 012016
Author(s):  
R A P Hardiyanta ◽  
W Suyanto ◽  
Z Arifin ◽  
A Mujaki ◽  
R D A Saputro
Keyword(s):  
Training Needs ◽  
Needs Analysis ◽  
Automotive Engineering

scholarly journals Translation and validation of Training Needs Analysis Questionnaire among reproductive, maternal and newborn health workers in Tanzania

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tumbwene Mwansisya ◽  
Columba Mbekenga ◽  
Kahabi Isangula ◽  
Loveluck Mwasha ◽  
Eunice Pallangyo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Newborn Health ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Needs Analysis ◽  
Maternal And Newborn Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Continuous professional development (CPD) has been reported to enhance healthcare workers’ knowledge and skills, improve retention and recruitment, improve the quality of patient care, and reduce patient mortality. Therefore, validated training needs assessment tools are important to facilitate the design of effective CPD programs. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted using self-administered questionnaires. Participants were healthcare workers in reproductive, maternal, and neonatal health (RMNH) from seven hospitals, 12 health centers, and 17 dispensaries in eight districts of Mwanza Region, Tanzania. The training needs analysis (TNA) tool that was used for data collection was adapted and translated into Kiswahili from English version of the Hennessy-Hicks’ Training Need Analysis Questionnaire (TNAQ). Results In total, 153 healthcare workers participated in this study. Most participants were female 83 % (n = 127), and 76 % (n = 115) were nurses. The average age was 39 years, and the mean duration working in RMNH was 7.9 years. The reliability of the adapted TNAQ was 0.954. Assessment of construct validity indicated that the comparative fit index was equal to 1. Conclusions The adapted TNAQ appears to be reliable and valid for identifying professional training needs among healthcare workers in RMNH settings in Mwanza Region, Tanzania. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to test the use of the TNAQ in broader healthcare systems and settings.

Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Pediatric Funeral Services: A National Survey of Funeral Professionals

2021 ◽  
pp. 104990912110192
Author(s):  
Kristin James ◽  
Betsy Hawley ◽  
Carrie R. McCoy ◽  
Lisa C. Lindley
Keyword(s):  
Needs Assessment ◽  
Initial Point ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Collaborative Networks ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Funeral Directors ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Funeral Services

Background: Funeral professionals offer a unique opportunity to support, educate, and advocate for grieving families after the death of a child. From the initial point of contact to the burial, funeral professionals shape the final moments and memories of a family and a community. And yet, little is known about the needs of funeral professionals to provide high quality services when a child dies. Objectives: To conduct a needs assessment among funeral professionals in conducting funeral services for children. Methods: Active National Funeral Directors Association members were surveyed on their experience and needs in providing pediatric funeral services. The survey contained 41 questions about experience, skills, and knowledge in providing pediatric funerals. The survey included multiple choice, yes/no, and open-ended questions. Descriptive statistics were generated from the survey items and comments/open-ended questions were coded and assessed for themes. Results: More than 200 responses were received. The respondents conducted 43 pediatric funeral services in a 5-year period (approx. 8 services/year). The top 5 self-identified training needs included grieving parents, grieving siblings, memorials, comforting the community, and outreach. Themes from the open-ended questions were (a) maintaining professionalism, (b) managing emotions and experiences, (c) assessing family dynamics, (d) managing professional skills, and (e) building collaborative networks. Conclusions: Specific training needs were identified that will inform the development of targeted training for funeral professionals to improve their skills and knowledge of pediatric funeral services.

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