Total Company Training Plan
Definition
The proposal of training programmes that an organisation intends to implement over a 12-months period. It aims to encourage companies to adopt a total and systematic approach to training involving all levels of staff in the organisation.
Purpose
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Provide comprehensive and objective training package for all levels of staff
Use as a detailed blueprint for identifying training needs, which helps to prioritise training programs
Guide the HR department on the course of action and other departments on the scheduling of training and development programs
Benefits
Provide clear directions and methods
More efficient use of resources through planning
Address weaknesses
Consistent and high-quality training experience for employees
Increase employee morale and satisfaction
Increase employee retention rates
Increase innovation in new strategies and products
Increase productivity and adherence to quality standards
Enhance company reputation and profile
Factors to Consider
Possible Challenges Faced
Resistance to training can occur within an organisation if employees do not see the objective and need behind the plans
Organisation size may be a barrier to internal knowledge sharing
Leadership problems may arise when leaders already have a fixed mental model that are entrenched -> must be overcome in order to foster openness and confidence
Types of Training
Orientation Training
Skills Training
- Hard Skills
- Soft Skills
Technical Training
Managerial/Management Training
Quality Training
Safety Training
Team Training
Steps to Design of Total Training Plan
Setting objectives and goals of organisation
Identify type of training programs that is needed
Identify who requires training
Select the trainer or vendor
Scheduling the program (time & place allocation)
Allocation of training budget
Compare actual outcome with desired result (evaluation)
Components
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Physical Resources
Manpower
Time
Budget
1) Department
2) Position
3) Type of Training
4) Title
5) Objective
6) Content
7) Duration
8) Provider
9) Venue / Mode of Training
10) Fees
11) No. of Employees Allocated
12) Estimated Funding
13) Government Funding