Assignment: Defining Needs Assessment
Training is a fundamental component to any organization. Organizations spend thousands of dollars each year to train and develop employees. Many of the programs do not produce the desired result of increased productivity.
Using the Argosy University online library resources, research factors to determine how needs assessments benefit organizations.
Write a 6 page paper addressing the following items:
• Define needs assessment
• Determine the cost-effectiveness of companies conducting need assessments
• Identify steps companies can employ to modify ineffective training programs that are not cost effective
• Discuss the role that technology, computer based training, webinars, etc, play in determining the cost effectiveness of training programs.
• Explain the steps or guidelines which can be utilized to help guide the successful implementation of a training program.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.