Off The Job Training

Question 1

What is off the job training and its purpose

Answer 1

Training conducted outside the workplace, the purpose is to provide qualifications, skills, certificates and broader perspectives to enhance professional development.

Question 2

Examples of off the job training

Answer 2

Classroom based- traditional through lectures, discussions and interactive activities
E-learning courses- digital platforms, at their own pace, convenience and it is remote
Seminars- events where professionals share knowledge through presentations
Workshops- interactive training sessions using group exercises

Question 3

Advantages of off the job training

Answer 3

Gaining qualifications
Less work interruptions so some may focus better
Allows employees to network with new contacts
May be higher quality of training from experts

Question 4

Disadvantages of off the job training

Answer 4

It is more expensive
Organisations may hire new people to cover their absence
Impacts productivity as employees are taken away from work responsibilities