The relationship between training and firm performance: a literature review
Nguyen, T.N. Truong, Q. Buyens, Dirk
Nguyen, T.N.
Truong, Q.
Buyens, Dirk
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Publication Year
2010
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Research and Practice: Human Resource Management
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18
Publication Issue
1
Publication Begin page
28
Publication End page
45
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Although there are many advocates of training and its important role in improving firm performance, it has been criticised as faddish, or too expensive and not transferring to the job. In fact, some studies have failed to find the impacts of training on firm performance. This article aims to advance understanding of the effects of training on firm performance by reviewing theory and previous empirical studies on the relationship between training and firm performance. The paper aims to describe the important theoretical approaches and proposes a framework for analysing training and firm performance issues. Data from previous studies are used to assess the effects of training on firm performance. The analysis indicates that the relationship between training and firm performance may be mediated by employee knowledge and attitude. Furthermore, capital investment or organisational strategy does moderate the training performance relationship. Finally, the article discusses and identifies the limitations of previous studies and directions for future research on this topic.
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Learning, Training & Development