This document discusses various training methods used in human resource management. It defines training methods as techniques used to enhance employees' skills and knowledge. The document then covers traditional methods like on-the-job and off-the-job training as well as modern methods such as online and social learning. Specific techniques are provided for each type of training method. The advantages and disadvantages of both on-the-job and off-the-job training are also summarized.

1. Training Methods
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2. Table of
Content
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1. Training Methods?
2. Definition of Training Methods?
3. Training Methods in HRM?
4. Training Methods Components
5. Need of Training Methods
6. Importance of Training Methods
7. Uses of Training Methods
8. Types of Training Methods
9. Types of Traditional Training Methods
10. Types of Modern Training Methods
11. Types of On-the-job Training Methods
12. Types of off-the job Training Methods
13. Advantages and Disadvantages of
on the Job & off the Training Method
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3. Training Methods Meaning?
"Training and development methods refer to the way a job is
being performed or the technique used to enhance the skills and
knowledge of an employee.“
Training methods are used for upgrading and enhance the skill
and knowledge of an employee to best perform a assigned job
within the organization. The selection or a Training Methods are
based on the nature of Job, types and the number of the workers
in an organization and the cost involved for choosing a particular
Training Method.
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4. Definition of Training
Methods ?
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Training Methods also known as
job instruction trainings this is
most commonly used as a
method. Under this method, the
individual is placed on a regular
job & taught the skills necessary
to perform the job.
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5. Training Methods in HRM ?
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The Department of Human Resources is responsible for
choosing and selecting the training strategies used for the
entire organization.. The strategy of HRM department
shapes the framework of training methods within the
organization. There are several training method choices
available, so it is important to conduct Training needs
Analysis to select the suitable training method in a careful
manner.
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6. Training Methods
Components
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The training methods in HRM are selected based on
following three components
2.
The
Intended
Audience
1.
Purpose of
the Training
Program
3.
Constraints
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7. Need of Training Methods
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The training methods provides a guideline for the
employees to design the training program.. Once the
training method is decided the HRM department can take
decisions about the investment of resources and fix up a
time scheduled for the training program. It training
methods are required to structure the training program
properly and evaluate the after effect of the training on the
skill improvement of the employees.
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8. Importance of Training
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1. It is vital to choose the right training method as it affects
the outcome of training program
2. The selection of training methods affects the budget and
resource investment of the organization.
3. The right training method can lead to improvement in skill
and knowledge of the employee.
4. Appropriate training methods act as a motivating tool to
improve job satisfaction of the employee.
5. The training method is a core part of the training program
which aligns the training program with the objective of the
organization.
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9. Uses of Training Methods
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1. The training methods are used to design the appropriate
training program for the organization.
2. As the training methods are decided based on the
objective of the training program, the HRM department
often uses training methods to address the weakness of
the employees.
3. The training methods are used to improve the employee
satisfaction and morale.
4. The innovative training methods are also used to
enhance the image of organization in the market as a
better employer.
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Types of Training Methods
Training Methods are two type:-
2. Modern
Training Methods
1. Traditional
Training Methods
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Traditional Training Methods
Traditional training methods are commonly used in ample
amount of companies. They are simple to implement and
requires less tools. Here are three primary types of traditional
training methods:
1. On the Job Training Methods
2. Off the Job Training Methods
3.Interactive Training Methods
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1. Off the Job Training Methods: Classroom learning is a way of
off-the-job training. Here groups of employees go through different
presentations, activities, case study assessments to learn more about
their job. During off-the-job preparation, information about the vision
and mission of the organization and the company policy is often
communicated to the employees..
2. On the Job Training Methods: The workers are involved in the
actual work activities during on-the-job training and learn by
experience.. It provides rapid learning experience and improves
bonding among team members.
3. Interactive Training Methods: The interactive training ensures
that the learning process constantly includes employees .The training
includes simulation, scenarios, games and quizzes. In order to practice
a new skill the employee get a realistic work scenarios.
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Modern Training
Methods
Modern Training Methods are Three types:
1. Social Learning Methods
2. Online Training Methods
3. Outdoor Training Methods
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a. Social Learning : Social learning methods are a process in which
employees learn through observation, imitation and modeling their
behavior.
b. Online Training : If you want to training large number of
employees in an effective manner, then online training is an answer
for you. Online workplace training includes eLearning courses,
videos, webinars which present information in front of employees
and also test their acquired skills.
c. Outdoor Training : Many large companies are now using outdoor
training as a tool to improve teamwork skills among their employees.
It is termed as a break from work and classroom learning.
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On The Job Training
Methods
For the training of non-managerial level of employees most of the
organizations use on the job training methods.types of On-the-job training
methods are as given below:
1.Job rotation
2.Coaching
4.Committee assignments
5.Internship training
3.Job instructions
6. Apprenticeship
7. Multiple Management
8. E-Learning
9. Self-Instructional Mode
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Off the Job Training Methods
The development activity implemented by the organization which is away
from the work field is called as off-the-job training.Different types of Off-
the-job training methods are given below
1. Case study method
2. Incident method
3. In-basket method
4. Business games
5. Role play
6. Grid training
7. Lectures
8. Simulation
9. Management education
10. Conferences
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17. Advantages: On-the-Job
Training
1. It is a flexible way to train the employees.
2. It is less expensive as compared to other training methods.
3. It motivates and encourages the employee to learn and
perform at work
4. Not much additional arrangement required to conduct the
training of the employee.
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18. Advantages : Off-the-Job
Training
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1. The normal operation of organization remains
undisturbed.
2. Trainers who provide training are well qualified and
experienced.
3. The training program is properly drafted and well
organized.
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Disadvantages : On-the-Job
Training
1. The on-the-job training is not properly structured and
the training environment is not created.
2. It is difficult for employees to learn when the managers
providing on-the-job training lack in training skills.
3. As training and work both is going on hand in hand the
performance criteria is not clearly defined.
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20. Disadvantages : Off-the-Job
Training
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1. The training is artificial in nature and not directly
in context to the work.
2. It is quite expensive to implement
3. The work hours of the employees is lost which can lead to
lost productivity of the organization.

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