THE EFFECTS OF EMPLOYEE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF BENIN, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE.

In today's fast-paced and competitive business environment, organizations are constantly seeking innovative strategies to enhance their performance and maintain a competitive edge. Employment training and development have emerged as crucial components of organizational success, enabling employees to acquire new skills, knowledge, and competencies that drive productivity and efficiency. This study investigates the impact of employment training and development on organizational performance, with a specific focus on the department of Vocational and Technical Education, University of Benin. The descriptive survey research design was adopted, with a population of all administrative staff from within the faculty of Education, University of Benin, Benin city, Edo state. A proportionate sampling technique yielded a sample size of 60 respondents. Four research questions were raised and answered in the study. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using mean and standard deviation. The findings of this study reveal a positive correlation between employment training and development initiatives and organizational performance metrics, including employee productivity, job satisfaction, and retention rates. The study also identifies key factors that influence the effectiveness of training programs, including leadership support, employee engagement, and opportunities for skill application. The results of this study provide valuable insights for organizational leaders and human resource practitioners seeking to optimize their training and development initiatives and enhance overall organizational performance. The study's findings have significant implications for the development of evidence-based training strategies that drive business success.