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Training Needs Analysis Paper

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This paper is an attempt to better understand how two different types of companies assess their company and employee needs as specifically related to training. First, company A is a non-profit organization that provides services to low-income families in Brevard county and second, company B is a for profit aviations company that supports the military.
I spoke with the Director of Program Initiatives, Gina Sousa, for her take on how company A determines the need for training, since I have insider information for company A, her and I were in agreement on the company’s training assessment. We specifically focused on the company as a whole and also on the department her and I oversee. In general, the organization as a whole relies on the …show more content…

Company A has also used surveys to assess the IT needs of their employees. This was employed as the whole company faced computer software and systems updates both on a local level and state level. In addition, to the local IT needs being assessed; the state is implementing a new state data management system which directly affects company A and their stakeholders. This implementation comes with state led systems trainings. Company A sits on many of the work shop groups and calls to provide input into the proposed system changes. Company A has a performance management system that rates on competencies and goals. Individualized training is often suggested by the supervisor as part of the performance review planning cycle. Adding training as a goal is a good way to encourage an employee to enhance specific skills, broaden their horizons, and to challenge their initiative. It actually becomes their responsibility to follow through and ensure timely completion of their goals. It also allows them the freedom to choose what they want. A great leader will have a conversation about their weaknesses and offer recommended trainings whereas a fair leader may not. But, in the end in this model, it is up to the

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