Training Needs Analysis: Advanced Strategies

Course Introduction

Over five focused days, this advanced-level course takes Training Needs Analysis out of the textbook and into the reality of classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation. Participants work through regional case material, structured exercises and peer discussion, leaving with methods they can apply on their next working day.

Training Objectives

• 01Describe how Training Needs Analysis is defined, governed and measured in international practice
• 02Work through typical situations in classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation using structured Training Needs Analysis techniques
• 03Recognise common risks, errors and non-conformities linked to Training Needs Analysis — and how to prevent them
• 04Choose the right indicators and records to monitor Training Needs Analysis over time
• 05Translate the course learning into a realistic plan agreed with your line manager

What You Will Take Away

• A stakeholder and communication map
• Decision frameworks and discussion guides for your team
• A personal development action plan

Who Should Attend

• Corporate Trainers & Facilitators
• L&D Professionals
• Subject-Matter Experts becoming Trainers
• HR & Training Coordinators

Prerequisites: Recommended: at least two years of relevant work experience.

Training Methodology

Expect challenging scenarios, peer debate and instructor-led critique of real-world approaches, with limited slide time. Case material and examples are drawn from classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation.

Day-by-Day Programme (5 Days)

• Day 1
  Getting oriented: the landscape of Training Needs Analysis

  Scope, terminology and the standards and regulations that shape Training Needs Analysis in classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation.

• Day 2
  Core concepts and methods

  The principles, codes and best-practice approaches that leading organisations rely on for Training Needs Analysis.

• Day 3
  Applying it on the job

  Hands-on exercises using tools and templates for Training Needs Analysis, built around realistic situations in classroom delivery, learning design and evaluation.

• Day 4
  Cases, risks and lessons learned

  Case studies, typical pitfalls and the risk and compliance issues that arise with Training Needs Analysis.

• Day 5
  Bringing it together

  Consolidation workshop, personal action planning and a closing knowledge check on Training Needs Analysis.

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