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Investigating tools and techniques to promote workplace training transfer

Ramnath Dixit (Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU), Pune, India)
Vinita Sinha (Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU), Pune, India)

Journal of Workplace Learning

ISSN: 1366-5626

Article publication date: 11 February 2022

Issue publication date: 5 July 2022

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to guide decision-makers in the learning and development space with effective and efficient training transfer tools and techniques to facilitate workplace implementation of skills and knowledge disseminated during training interventions.

Design/methodology/approach

Insights were drawn using a quantitative method study involving survey questionnaire responses from 300 respondents representing eight industry sectors.

Findings

Investigations revealed that the effectiveness and efficiency of training transfer tools are strongly correlated and enable workplace application of skills and knowledge.

Practical implications

Use of appropriate training transfer tools and techniques delivers superior returns on training investments and accomplishment of business results through desired behavior change in employees.

Originality/value

The study promises to be the first of its kind and provides a fresh perspective towards enabling practical workplace application of trained knowledge and skills using effective and efficient transfer strategies.

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Citation

Dixit, R. and Sinha, V. (2022), "Investigating tools and techniques to promote workplace training transfer", Journal of Workplace Learning, Vol. 34 No. 6, pp. 513-531. https://doi.org/10.1108/JWL-04-2021-0052

Publisher

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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