Strategic Training Needs Analysis

With the ever-evolving business environment, more and more organizations are implementing competency-based training as it helps in the prioritization of training budget and ultimately achieves results. It is used to develop valuable characteristics and skillsets in individuals, leading to greater employability and lifelong learning. As the demands of our working environment are constantly changing, our training and assessment approaches or methods, should also keep up.

This training program will provide the concepts, methods, and strategies of Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and will explore new approaches, such as the Competency-Based Training Needs Analysis, in developing learning programs for employees.

This training program will highlight topics such as the importance of conducting TNA, the TNA Framework, the process of conducting TNA, measuring training ROI, the relation of competencies and training, and linking L&D with the organizational goals and strategies.

• Learn and explain the meaning and importance of Training Needs Analysis.
• Define the factors essential for conducting a successful TNA for effectiveness.
• Investigate and explain the symptoms and observations that lead to the need for a TNA.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders (internal and external) to gain insights into the performance gap.
• Build a template and a questionnaire for a formal and objective TNA.
• Conduct TNA to consistently build programs that help achieve business objectives.
• Identify and be able to use the 4-level model for doing Training Needs Analysis, and be able to manage the portfolio of needs.
• Master competency frameworks to maximize their usage and value to the delegate’s own organization.
• Measure the Return on Investment (ROI) on a training course.
• Understand how to embed evaluation into the training cycle so that the ROI can be measured.
• Assess which training is suitable for ROI measurement.
• Practice measuring ROI on a range of training situations.
• Contribute to the organizational development of the training system and link it to competencies and career paths.
• Develop the skills in preparing modern training and annual training plans.
• Reconcile the organization’s training and strategy.
• Learn about the concept of Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and how to conduct it based on competencies.
• Be empowered with the methodology of how to determine the recommended budget to implement the training plan.
• Understand how to evaluate the training proposal. Create a marketing plan for the training program.
• Develop the ability to select the right training topic and trainees.
• Keep pace with the modern and technological methods of Training.
• Understand the scientific trends in learning and training.