Influence of Training on Performance of Employees in County Government of Laikipia, Kenya
| dc.contributor.author | Munjogu, Ann Nyagichai | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-01-24T10:02:19Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-01-24T10:02:19Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-08 | |
| dc.description | A Research Project Submitted to the School of Business, Economics and Tourism in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirement for the Award of Degree in Master of Business Administration (Human Resource Management Option) of Kenyatta University, August 2024. Supervisor David Kiiru | |
| dc.description.abstract | Training deals with equipping staff with the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to handle responsibilities assigned to them. By employers offering the training opportunities, employees are provided with an opportunity to create their own competitive advantage and guarantee their long-term employability. This study examined the influence of training on performance of employees at the County Government of Laikipia. The specific objectives of the study include; establishing the effect of training needs analysis, training design, delivery mode of the training and training evaluation on performance of employees at the County Government of Laikipia. The study reviewed the Human Capital theory, the Resource-Based view theory, Reinforcement theory, Social Learning Theory and Balanced Scorecard. Descriptive research design was used to gather the data required for the study. The target population for the study was 1593 staff of the County Government of Laikipia. The sample for the study was selected utilizing stratified random sampling. A sample of 159 respondents were used for the study. Questionnaires that the researcher administered were utilized for gathering data for the study. The data was analyzed using both descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. Quantitative data obtained from the questionnaires was prepared for analysis using SPSS computer software. Microsoft Excel was utilized in conjunction with SPSS for data analysis. The analyzed data was displayed through tables and charts. A multiple linear regression model was utilized to examine how training affects employee performance. Construct and Content validity of the data collection instrument was examined to determine whether the questionnaires accurately assess the notion they are meant to test and whether they are completely representative of what they are intended to measure. The reliability of the data collection instrument was also checked by carrying out a pilot study to assess if the study tool would produce reliable results when applied to the same subject again. Ethical considerations during data collection were indicated. The study found that training needs analysis, training design, training delivery and training evaluation had a positive significant effect on the employees in County Government of Laikipia, Kenya. The study concludes that a training needs analysis creates a solid foundation of training requirements, ensuring that the training offered is efficient and effective. An effective training programme make the employees of the company work in an effective manner. Training delivery methods play a crucial role in engaging learners, enhancing knowledge retention, and ensuring effective learning outcomes. Evaluation of training gives comprehensive feedback on the value of the training programs and their effectiveness in achieving business goals. The study recommends that the organization management should compare its current training programs and outcomes with its company’s short- and long-term goals to ensure they are aligned. The human resource managers should identify what the learner needs to know in order to achieve the learning objective. When deciding on the appropriate training delivery method, consider factors such as the nature of the content, the target audience, available resources, and organizational goals. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/29467 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Kenyatta University | |
| dc.title | Influence of Training on Performance of Employees in County Government of Laikipia, Kenya | |
| dc.type | Thesis |