Learning & development articles
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It’s the eternal business paradox. How do we achieve more with less? How should businesses be managing their training budgets and continue to invest in people, while juggling cuts made as a result of the coalition budget?
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Investing in staff training encourages employee engagement and motivation, yet costs time and money - luxuries many businesses simply cannot afford. With increased budget cuts and time constraints, how can organisations deliver training effectively? Dave Snow explores the benefits of distance learning and how this can offer a valuable solution to b...
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Employee development is not only vital in improving the operation of a business but it helps to retain key staff at all levels as most people prefer to remain where they experience professional and personal growth. But how can you measure the benefits of vocational learning and the difference that employee development makes to your business?
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What should employers consider when exploring training solutions for their employees? What are the benefits of e-learning and when does it have a place? Edward Fisher explores the pros and cons of e-learning solutions and reminds us that at the heart of any training lies the need for organisational efficiency.
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How can learning and development strategy be practically adapted to maximise on-the-job learning and also ensure that the formal training your staff receive is retained and used in their daily work activities?
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In today's competitive market, many HR professionals are finding that without formal HR qualifications, it's difficult to progress beyond a certain level. Dave Snow explores the role that learning and vocational qualifications can play in the development of HR staff - a key tool if HR is to continue evolving as a strategic function.
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E-learning has long been argued as the future of professional development, but is there really an argument for its widespread adoption? So why now for e-learning?
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In a survey, conducted by the Corporate Development team at Henley Business School in November 2009, we asked around 2,500 clients and contacts for their perspective on the learning and development landscape in 2010 – what will be their priorities and how will they want that learning to be achieved?
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Kenexa has created a tailored, one-day development centre to help the HR team at E.ON UK, the energy company, to embed David Ulrich’s business partner model and to assess the development needs of its staff.
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