TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT QUESTION PAPER

BBA + MBA - APRIL 2011

1. “No Organization can choose between Training and No-training” . In light of this
statement bring out the importance of Training in Organizations.
2. Explain Social Learning Theory and what are the processes involved in it with an
appropriate industry example.
3. Define and explain the concept of training. Discuss the process of training thro’ the
training pyramid.
4. “Employee training has become increasingly important as jobs have become more
sophisticated and influenced by technological change.” Comment.
5. Write Short Notes on any two of the following : a) Learning cycle.
b) Basic elements and concept of learning c) Social Learning Theory

06. Explain in detail the four basic reinforcement strategies employed in encouraging
desirable behavior and discouraging undesirable behavior.

07. Briefly write notes on - Skill Mapping as a tool of TNI (Training Need Identification) and OD
interventions.

08. What are the features of action research ? Bring out its importance in Organizational
Change.

09. Explain in detail the four basic reinforcement strategies employed in encouraging desirable
behavior and discouraging undesirable behavior.

10. Explain the importance and role of Verbal and Non-verbal communication in Training.

11. Who is a Training Manager ? Mention the various roles he enacts in an Organization.
12. Briefly bring out the difference between Training, Education, Learning and Development.
13. “Training is mutually beneficial to both the Organization and Individual”. Comment.
14. Define Training needs. Briefly explain the process of analysis of training needs and training needs
identification in an Organization.
15. “Training outcome depends on effective communication” . Comment.
16. What are the challenges before a 21 st Century Training Manager ?
17. Briefly discuss the Role of a Training Manager.
18. Write Short Notes on :- (Any two)
(i) The ROI Process
(ii) Levels of Evaluation
(iii) Proactive and Reactive Training
(iv) Action Research
19. What is On –the – Job – Training ? How can you make it more effective method of training?
20. “Organizations have been leveraging on E –Learning Process and its Modules”. Comment.
21. Write a brief Essay on different on Training Methods ?
22. Explain the various levels of Needs Assessment.
23. Bring out the Meaning and Purpose of Training Evaluation.
24. Write a brief essay on Simulation and Behavior Modelling.
25. Write short notes on any two –
a) Teacher and Student Centered Group Methods
b) Lecture Method
c) Demonstration Method
d) Case Study
26. “Training Manager is the Owner of the Training Process”. Comment.
27. “Training as a process is closely tied to the Management Cycle of Planning, Organizing, Leading and
Controlling”. Do you agree ?
28. What are the Various Models of Evaluation ?
29. What are the two types approaches to Training Need Assessment ?
30. Compare the Faculty, Customer and Matrix Model of Organizing Training Departments.