Instructions. For each of the following statements, please circle the response or Hi-Li the best describes
for the training and development function in CTH. If none of the answers describe the situation, select the one that best fits. Please be candid. Select the most accurate response. (31 items)
1. The direction of the training and development function in your organization:
a) Shifts with requests, problems, and changes as they occur.
b) Is determined by Human Resources department and adjusted as needed.
c) Is based on a mission and a strategic plan for the function.
2. The primary mode of operation of the training and development function is:
a) To respond to requests by managers and other employees to deliver training programs and services.
b) To implement react to crisis situations and reach solutions through training programs and services.
c) To implement many training programs in collaboration with management to prevent problems and crisis situations.
3. The goals of the training and development function are:
a) Set by the training staff based on perceived demand for programs.
b) Developed consistent with human resources plans and goals.
c) Developed to integrate with operating goals and strategic plans of the organization.
4. Most new programs are initiated:
a) By request of top management.
b) When a program appears to be successful in another organization.
c) After a needs analysis has indicated that the program is needed.
5. When a major organizational change is made:
a) We decide only which presentations are needed, not which skills are needed.
b) We occasionally assess what new skills and knowledge are needed.
c) We systematically evaluate what skills and knowledge are needed.
6. To define training plans:
a) Management is asked to choose training from a list of canned, existing courses.
b) Employees are asked about their training needs.
c) Training needs are systematically derived from a thorough analysis of performance problems.
7. When determining the timing of training and the target audiences:
a) We have lengthy, nonspecific training courses for large audiences.
b) We tie specific training needs to specific individuals and groups.
c) We deliver training almost immediately before the skills are to be used, and it is given only to those people who need it.
8. The responsibility for results from training:
a) Rests primarily with the training staff to ensure that the programs are successful.
b) Is a responsibility of the training staff and line managers, who jointly ensure that results are obtained.
c) Is a shared responsibility of the training staff, participants, and managers all working together to ensure success.
9. Systematic, objective evaluation, designed to ensure that trainees are performing appropriately on the job:
a) Is never accomplished. The only evaluations are during the program and they focus on how much the participants are asked if the training was effective on the job.
b) Is occasionally accomplished. Participants are asked if the training was effective on the job.
c) Is frequently and systematically pursued. Performance is evaluated after training is completed.
10. New programs are developed:
a) Internally, using a staff of instructional designers and specialists.
b) By vendors. We usually purchase programs modified to meet the organization’s needs.
c) In the most economical and practical way to meet deadlines and cost objectives, using internal staff and vendors.
11. Costs for training are accumulated:
a) On a total aggregate basis only.
b) On a program-by-program basis.
c) By specific process components such as development and delivery, in addition to a specific program.
12. Management involvement in the training process is:
a) Very low with only occasional input.
b) Moderate, usually by request, or on an as-needed basis.
c) Deliberately planned for all major training activities, to ensure a partnership arrangement.
13. To ensure that training is transferred into performance on the job, we:
a) Encourage participants to apply what they have learned and report results.
b) Ask managers to support and reinforce training and report results.
c) Utilize a variety of training transfer strategies appropriate for each situation.
14. The training staff’s interaction with line management is:
a) Rare. We almost never discuss issues with them.
b) Occasional; during activities such as needs analysis or program coordination.
c) Regular; to build relationships as well as to develop and deliver programs.
15. Training and development’s role in major change efforts is:
a) To conduct training to support the project, as required.
b) To provide administrative support for the program, including training.
c) To initiate the program. Coordinate the overall effort, and measures its progress, in addition to providing training.
16. Most Managers view the training and development function as:
a) A questionable function that wastes too much employee time.
b) A necessary function that probably cannot be eliminated.
c) An important resource that can be used to improve the organization
17. Training and development programs are:
a) Activity-oriented (e.g., All supervisors will attend the “Performance Appraisal Workshop.”)
b) Individual-results-based (e.g., The participant will reduce his or her error rate by at least 20%.)
c) Organizational-results-based (e.g., The cost of quality will decrease by 25%.)
18. The investment in training and development is measured primarily by:
a) Subjective opinions.
b) Observations by management and reactions from participants.
c) Dollar return through improved productivity, cost savings, or better about change in the organization.
19. The training and development effort consists of:
a) Usually one-shot, seminar-type approaches.
b) A full array of programs to meet individual needs.
c) A variety of training and development programs implemented to bring about change in the organization.
20. New training and development programs, without some formula of evaluation, are implemented at your organization.
a) Regularly
b) Seldom
c) Never
21. The results of training programs are communicated:
a) When requested, to those who have a need to know.
b) Occasionally, to members of management only.
c) Routinely, to a variety of selected target audiences.
22. Management involvement in training evaluation:
a) Is minor, with no specific responsibilities and few requests.
b) Consists of informal responsibilities for evaluation, with some requests for formal training.
c) Is very specific. All managers have some responsibilities in evaluation.
23. During a business decline at your organization, the training function will:
a) Be the first to have its staff reduced.
b) Be retained at the same staffing level.
c) Go untouched in staff reductions and possibly be beefed up.
24. Budgeting for training and development is based on:
a) Last year’s budget.
b) Whatever the training department “can sell.”
c) A zero-based system.
25. The principal group that must justify training and development expenditures is:
a) The Training and Development department.
b) The human resources or administrative function.
c) Line management.
26. Over the last two years, the training and development budget as a percent of operating
expenses has:
a) Decreased
b) Remained stable
c) Increased
27. Top management’s involvement in the implementation of training and development
programs:
a) Is limited to sending invitations, extending congratulations, passing out certificates, etc.
b) Includes monitoring progress, opening/closing speeches, presentation on the outlook of the organization, etc.
c) Includes program participation to see what’s covered, conduction major segments of the program, requiring key executives to be involved, etc.
28. Line management involvement in conduction training and development programs is:
a) Very minor; only training specialists conduct programs.
b) Limited to a few specialists conducting programs in their areas of expertise.
c) Significant. On the average, over half of the programs are conducted by key line managers.
29. When an employee completes a training program and returns to the job, his or her manager is
likely to:
a) Make no reference to the program.
b) Ask Require about the program and encourage the use of the material.
c) Require use of the program material and give positive rewards when the material is used successfully.
30. When an employee attends an outside program/seminar, upon return, he or she is required to.
a) Do nothing.
b) Submit a report summarizing the program.
c) Evaluate the program, outline plans for implementing the material covered, and estimate the value of the program.
31. Which areas of your staff’s competency you need to improve and request Training
department support by implement into CTH Training plan of FY 2005 ?