An Assessment of The Impact of Training Participation on The Effectiveness of Training and Development Practices & Training Satisfaction

Abstract

The study aimed to examine the impact of training participation on two critical outcomes: the impact of training and development practices and Training satisfaction index. In this case, targeting employees of Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL), the study aimed at establishing how the active involvement in training affects such factors and, thus, offer practical recommendations for enhancing the training initiatives in the public sector organizations. A descriptive and analytical research design was used. The research adopted a stratified random sampling technique to sample 350 employees drawn from different positions and organizations of RRVUNL. Questionnaire data were obtained from a survey tool that was developed to assess training participation, training satisfaction and training practices. The reliability of the instrument was verified by pilot testing of the questionnaire and review by experts. Descriptive statistics were used in the analysis of the collected data with a view of establishing the relationship between the variables. The results indicated that the level of training participation had positive and a substantial relationship with both the extent of training satisfaction as well as the training and development practices. Specifically, the results revealed that for those employees who engaged with the training activities most effectively, satisfaction levels were higher and the application of skills and knowledge into work more effective. These results underscore the importance of participation as a key determinant of training success. The study provides valuable insights for HR professionals and policymakers to optimize training investments. It highlights the importance of incorporating interactive and practice-oriented training strategies and ensuring organizational support for participation. Additionally, the findings offer a theoretical contribution by reinforcing the role of training participation in achieving desired training outcomes.