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Methods to Assess Training Needs

In general, there are following three broad ways to assess the training needs :
  1. Audits 
  2. Group Responses 
  3. Individual Responses 
Audits 

Organisational Audits 

At the level of organisation, audits are conducted to know the deficiencies in performance and shortfalls.

Functional Audits 

Each function,  viz. marketing, fiance can be audited to get to know the weak areas and gaps in performance.

Personnel Records 

Grievances    - number and kinds.
Accidents      - number and kinds.
Absenteeism  - extent and causes.

Manpower Inventory and Forecast 

The gaps between existing and needed manpower in terms of strength and skills are identified.

Skill Inventory 

An inventory of skills of existing manpower as well as the aspirations for growth is developed and used for identification of training needs. 

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