Write a research paper in which you address the training and development functions of a selected organization, based on information you have gathered and analyzed about the organization.

Training is one of the key elements that helps produce a competitive workforce. Training can help an organization communicate policies and procedures as well as educate employees on key processes related to their positions. Orientation, for example, can help introduce an organization to new employees. Training can take many forms, including classroom, online, and one-on-one mentoring. Though training budgets are often the first item to be reduced or eliminated during challenging economic conditions, leaders must look at the cost of not doing training. While training helps make an organization competitive, it can also help make sure an organization minimizes legal challenges.

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

Apply human resource strategies to business needs. Explain how training needs are identified. Analyze the use of resources to assist with training. Identify types of training programs. Prepare appropriate communication to facilitate management decision-making. Explain how training effectiveness is measured. Analyze the value of training and development to an organization. Examine core functions of Human Resource Management. Describe training methods. Appreciate the strategic value of HRM within a competitive global business environment. Analyze how training and development affect the ability of an organization to attract and retain talent.

Before beginning the assessment, complete the following:

Choose an organization to use for this assessment. It can be where you are currently employed or a company with which you are familiar. It must be an organization that is researchable, as you will need to gather and analyze information in order to complete the assessment. You may use the same organization for the other assessments in this course. If you choose the organization where you are currently employed, please keep in mind that the analyses you make must be based on facts that can be documented rather than your personal opinion as an employee. Research the training and development functions of your chosen organization. Deliverable Based on your research into the training and development functions of the organization you selected, write a research paper in which you complete the following:

Explain how the organization identifies specific training needs. Describe the types of training methods used within the organization. Analyze the organization's use of resources (internal and external) to assist with training. Identify the kinds of training the organization provides for employees. Include company-wide training, such as orientation and harassment, as well as training that is unique to this organization, such as forklift training and ERP system training. Explain how training effectiveness is measured. Identify ways that talent is developed within the organization. Is there a mentoring program? Leadership training? Educational opportunities? Analyze the importance of training and development to the organization. Is it a valued service? Analyze how the organization's value of training and development affects its ability to attract and retain talent. Please note: You must address all the required elements of this assessment. If details for any of the bulleted points are unavailable, research the topic and present recommendations you believe would be best for the organization, along with your supporting.