Discussion:
1. Explain the four business strategies, what each one emphasizes, how they are achieved, and their key issues and training implications.
2. Discuss the steps involved in the training design process. Think of a training course you have experienced, describe the training, and give examples of how you think the design process was used throughout the training.
3. Discuss the methods used in needs assessment, and provide examples.
4. Using your own words, summarize the process for learner analysis.
5. You are the training manager for your organization and must consider whether to create training in house or purchase training from a vendor. Describe the considerations you must take into account for both decisions.
6. Explain a competency model. How is it related to job analysis? Summarize the process used in developing a competency model.