IGCSE, A Level Business Student Forum

Q 22 Analyse the advantages of offering ‘on the job training’ to a business. [6]

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
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[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
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[kn] less disruption during training as employee is fulfilling task uring the session .
[an]allow employee to develop practicle skill deirectly aplicable to their roles
[an+] this practical learning is often more effective then other methods

[kn] hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company's method
[an] can lead to quicker and efficient into company work environment and if environment would be clear there would be also clear understanding .
[an+] thus can also made unity among each other and can also improve morale

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN] Minimal disruption during training as employees continue tasks.
[AN+] Sustained workflow and productivity during training sessions.

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN] Practical training provides hands-on experience tailored to company methods/software.
[AN+] Better skills for using them in actual work

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN] Employees can focus on applying their newly acquired skills and knowledge directly to their work tasks, enhancing their understanding and retention.
[AN+] By minimizing disruptions to workflow, OJT can help maintain consistent service quality and customer satisfaction.

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN] he practical nature of OJT allows employees to develop problem-solving and decision-making skills within the context of the company's specific processes and challenges.
[AN+] Employees who receive tailored OJT on the company's methods and software are less likely to make mistakes or require rework, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings.

Enhanced Employee Satisfaction and Retention
[An]When businesses invest time and resources in their employee’s professional development, it communicates a strong message of trust and commitment. This perception can significantly improve job satisfaction, as employees feel valued and invested in the organisation’s growth.
[An+]Thus, it fosters a stable, skilled, and positive work environment.

[Kn]time saving
[AN]On-the-job training reduces time spent away from the workplace to minimise productivity loss. This makes on-the-job training a financially sound approach to nurturing talent and skills within your organisation.

[KN] Cost effective as compared to off the job training.
[AN] Thus the cost saved can be used to put into other strategic initiatives or investments within the organization.
[AN+] As a result total profitability ratio may be increased contributing to business growth in a sustainable manner.

[KN] Sense of adaptability.
[AN] As employees will be observing the organizations working style, routine etc they are more likely to adapt such practice's, leading to a more efficient and cohesive learning environment.
[AN+] This can increase productivity after they r trained which is a plus point and so will contribute to business coming closer to its aims

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN] this allows the business to keep production going and it does not stop it in any way
[AN+] this allows businesses to not lose out on potential sales and maximize profits

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN] this allows for enhanced quality of production and less time to adapt
[AN+] this improves and sustains brand image as there is no dip in quality

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN] quicker understanding of job responsibilities
[AN+]reducing the time it takes to become fully productive

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN]doesn’t require additional infrastructure or external resources
[AN+] Employees remember and apply what they learn more effectively.

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN] This would help the business to keep its production going and does not need to stop in any case.
[AN+] This would result in maximizing the profit easily.

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN] This helps the business to produce higher quality goods and better quality production.
[AN+] This would lead towards better brand image.

[KN] Immediate Application of Knowledge
[AN] Employees can apply newly acquired knowledge immediately in their work environment.
{AN+} Immediate application enhances retention and reinforces the learning process, contributing to improved job performance.

[KN] Cost-Effective
[AN] On-the-job training is often cost-effective, as it utilizes existing resources within the workplace.
{AN+} Cost savings contribute to improved budget efficiency and resource allocation.

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN] worker is learning while working thus no compromises need to be made
[AN+] increased productivity and output for business

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN] helps emplyee to adjust better and quicker
[AN+] produce better quality output and work towards the business aims

[KN] No/less disruption during the training as employee is fulfilling tasks during the sessions.
[AN]become more productive in less time
[AN+] this will help to increase output and met consumer demands on time by producing more quickly

[KN] Hands on experience since the training is tailored to the specific company’s method/software.
[AN]increase his individual skills and increase his demand by other firms
[AN+] this will benefit the business as he is producing more than any other employee due to his experience of working in this method