Human resource

In Unit 2, you chose a topic around which to practice the steps in creating a training program. For this assignment, use the topic you chose to perform a training needs analysis in order to identify gaps in trainee knowledge and identify the objectives for the training program. In a 2–4-page paper, complete the following:

• Describe the topic you have chosen to develop for your training program.
• Describe how this training topic links to the overall strategic plan of the organization and how this training topic will provide overall value to the organization.
• Describe what a training needs analysis is. 
  • What should the trainees know or be able to do upon completion of the program?
  • Identify your sources.
• Identify methods for determining what the trainees know or can already do prior to training. 
  • How would you make use of individual employee analysis?
  • If you use a test, survey, interview, or questionnaire, describe the information you will be acquiring.
• Identify the gaps you believe you would discover in the analysis. 
  • Make some assumptions. If you are developing a program for an environment with which you are familiar, these might be based on your experiences; if not, use common sense. These gaps will become your objectives for the training program.
• Based on your analysis, identify the objectives for the training program.

Requirements

• Number of pages: Your paper should be 2–4 typed, double-spaced pages.
• Written communication:Communicate your thoughts in a manner that conveys the overall goals of the assignment and is consistent with current APA standards for style and professionalism.
• References: Your paper must include a reference list. Include at least 2 references from current peer-reviewed journals.
• Format: You must use proper APA style in listing your references. Write your paper using Microsoft Word, not Works or Word Perfect.