General Objectives 1. MANDATE FOR STRATEGIC TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT 2. EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT & CAREER MANAGEMENT 3. Learning Concepts And Theories 4. EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT & CAREER MANAGEMENT

Specific objectives 1. Explain external environmental factors impacting organizational changes 2. Explain the importance of employee development 3. Differentiate between key concepts in training and development: 4. Discuss the impact of the outcomes of Training Needs Analysis on organizational training decisions

Instructions In order to respond to the questions below, you are required to reflect on your learning experience during the module and also revisit the main concepts and theories discussed during your sessions. Your reflection should demonstrate the knowledge gained and your ability to apply it in your professional life. Introduction - Briefly introduce the module and state four of its general objectives. ( 7 marks) - State two (2) expectations you had at the beginning of the module. ( 2 marks) Knowledge Gained - Discuss any two (2) topics that helped you to get a better appreciation of the module. (12 marks) - How has this new knowledge helped you to see the importance of training and development to organizations and society. ( 6 marks) - Provide two (2) examples to support your response. ( 4 marks) Knowledge Gained - Discuss any two (2) topics that helped you to get a better appreciation of the module. (12 marks) - How has this new knowledge helped you to see the importance of training and development to organizations and society. ( 6 marks) - Provide two (2) examples to support your response. ( 4 marks) Application - Highlight two ways in which you will be able to utilize the new knowledge/skills in a training and development unit to improve employee performance. ( 4 marks) - Discuss one (1) challenge or barrier you foresee in utilizing your new knowledge/skills and outline a plan to address them. (5 marks) Personal Growth - Comment on how the module has contributed to your growth and development. ( 4 marks) - Highlight an area where you have seen improvement or growth in your knowledge, skills or attitude related to training and development. (3 marks) Conclusion