CTM Learning & Development Strategies 2

Question 1

A training manager wants to align a new L&D initiative with business strategy. What should be the FIRST step?

Accepted Answer

Identify the organizational goals the initiative must support

Answer

Strategic alignment starts by identifying the business goals that training is meant to advance.

Question 2

Which model holds that roughly 70% of learning comes from on-the-job experience, 20% from others, and 10% from formal training?

Accepted Answer

70-20-10 model

Answer

The 70-20-10 framework emphasizes experiential and social learning over formal instruction.

Question 3

A company needs to close a critical skill gap within six weeks for 400 geographically dispersed employees. Which strategy is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Blended virtual instructor-led training with self-paced microlearning

Answer

Blended virtual and self-paced formats scale quickly across locations within tight timelines.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a training needs analysis (TNA)?

Accepted Answer

To identify gaps between current and required performance

Answer

A TNA identifies performance gaps so that training targets real needs.

Question 5

Which level of needs analysis examines whether the company's culture, resources, and strategy support training?

Accepted Answer

Organizational analysis

Answer

Organizational analysis assesses strategic direction, resources, and environmental support for training.

CTM - Certified Training Manager Practice Test