Directorate of distance education master of business administration

Learning Objectives
 
 
ӹ Understanding the conceptual differences between training and 
development
 
ӹ To Compare and contrast different types and methods of training
 
ӹ To become aware of the numerous issues involved while 
designing a training program
 
ӹ To identify the various levels of measuring training effectiveness
 
ӹ To know the methods used for evaluation of training
Introduction
 
Personnel Development could be described as the sum total 
of the results of the positive changes taking place in the knowledge, 
skills, attitudes, relationships and physical well being of the employees 
of an organization.  It involves a process of helping employees of 
an organization in the acquisition of new qualities and refinement 
of existing characteristics that might be required in their present 

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functions or towards performing roles expected in the future.  Employee 
development is expected to bring out a sound concept or vision in the 
employee, appropriate competence  levels to translate the vision into 
reality, adequate intensity of keenness as reflected in their commitment 
levels, a helpful human network of connections to garner support from, 
and a culture of performance.  Indicators of personnel development 
would be reduced errors at work, improved morale and discipline, and 
enhanced creativity among employees, greater productivity, prosperity 
and satisfaction of all the stakeholders of a human organization.