Why small firms shun T & D: Employees’ views on barriers to learning

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Proactive behavior regarding access to external training and development is muted in small business settings because of strong resource allocation norms. Second, factors in the internal work environment constitute the major barriers to training and development. Third, owner-managers and employees appear to have significantly differing perspectives of barriers to training and development.

Practical implications

The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2016), "Why small firms shun T & D: Employees’ views on barriers to learning", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 30 No. 1, pp. 29-31. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-10-2015-0078