Training Needs
Analysis (TNA)
Presented at the end of chapters 4, 5, 8 and 9 of the Blanchard and Thacker
(2013) text, are examples of what would be done in a real situation regarding a
small business that requested training. Review the Fabrics Inc. example at the
end of chapter 4. In the Fabrics Inc. example, Blanchard and Thacker (2013)
have demonstrated, needs analysis, the first phase in the Training Process
Model.
In an 800 to 1,000 word paper (excluding the title and reference pages),
discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the approach and what might be done
differently using the Fabrics Inc. example. Identify the sources of data used
in the analysis. Discuss how closely the approach corresponds to the ideal
model presented in the Blanchard and Thacker (2013) text. Consider the
advantages and disadvantages of the assessment methods used. Then, describe at
least two additional methods that could have been used, providing rationale as
to why these methods could be used.
Your paper should include an introduction (a thesis statement and a preview of
your paper), APA formatted headings to organize and identify each section of
your paper, and a conclusion paragraph including restatement of the thesis. An
Abstract is not required. Your paper must be formatted according to APA style
as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Your paper must also include
citations and references for the Blanchard and Thacker (2013) text and at least
three scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library.
The paper
Must be 800 to 1,000 words, double-spaced in length (excluding the title and
reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must use at least three scholarly sources in addition to the course text from
the Ashford University Library.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing
Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA
style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
