Bba 6021 Training And Development

BBA 6021 TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT TOPICS: On-the-job Training Methods NAME

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SIMSON TOPPO BBA/4514/2016 VIKHYAT SHARMA BBA/4569/2016

On-the-job Training Methods

On-the-job Training Methods: This is the most common method of training in which a trainee is placed on a specific job and taught the skills and knowledge necessary to perform it.

The advantages of on the job training are as follows: 1. On the job method is a flexible method. ADVERTISEMENTS: 2. It is a less expensive method. 3. The trainee is highly motivated and encouraged to learn. 4. Much arrangement for the training is not required.

On-the-job training methods are as follows: 1. Job rotation: ADVERTISEMENTS: This training method involves movement of trainee from one job to another gain knowledge and experience from different job assignments. This

method helps the trainee understand the problems of other employees. 2. Coaching: Under this method, the trainee is placed under a particular supervisor who functions as a coach in training and provides feedback to the trainee. Sometimes the trainee may not get an opportunity to express his ideas. 3. Job instructions: Also known as step-by-step training in which the trainer explains the way of doing the jobs to the trainee and in case of mistakes, corrects the trainee. 4. Committee assignments: A group of trainees are asked to solve a given organizational problem by discussing the problem. This helps to improve team work. 5. Internship training Internship is one of the on-the-job training methods. Individuals entering industry in skilled trades like machinist, electrician and laboratory technician are provided with thorough instruction though theoretical and practical aspects. For example, TISCO, TELCO and BHEL select the candidates from polytechnics, engineering colleges and management institutions and provide apprenticeship training. Apprenticeship

training programmes are jointly sponsored by colleges, universities and industrial organisations to provide the opportunity to the students to gain reallife experience as well as employment. Exhibit presents the benefits of apprenticeship training.

Advantages of On-the-Job Training: 1. It is directly in the context of job 2. It is often informal 3. It is most effective because it is learning by experience 4. It is least expensive 5. Trainees are highly motivated 6. It is free from artificial classroom situations

Disadvantages of On-the-Job Training:

1. Trainer may not be experienced enough to train or he may not be so inclined. 2. It is not systematically organized 3. Poorly conducted programs may create safety hazards.