Human Resources Training & Development 2

Question 1

What is 'competency-based training'?

Accepted Answer

Training designed to develop specific measurable knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for job performance

Answer

Competency-based training focuses on developing defined, observable skills and behaviors that are directly linked to successful job performance.

Question 2

What is 'coaching' as an employee development technique?

Accepted Answer

A one-on-one development relationship where a skilled individual helps another improve specific skills or performance

Answer

Coaching is a personalized development process where a coach helps an individual identify goals, overcome obstacles, and improve performance.

Question 3

What is 'transfer of training'?

Accepted Answer

The extent to which skills learned in training are applied and maintained in the actual job

Answer

Transfer of training measures how effectively employees apply newly acquired skills and knowledge back on the job.

Question 4

Which training method involves employees temporarily performing duties in different departments to broaden their skills?

Accepted Answer

Job rotation

Answer

Job rotation systematically moves employees through different roles or departments to build cross-functional skills and organizational understanding.

Question 5

What is a 'learning management system' (LMS)?

Accepted Answer

A software platform for administering, tracking, and delivering employee training and development programs

Answer

An LMS is a software application that manages the administration, documentation, tracking, and delivery of training and education programs.

Human Resources Practice Test