Percentage of learning days delivered using other methods

This measure calculates the percentage of days dedicated to learning that used methods other than self-instructed, computer-based training installed from CD-ROM or delivered either directly or downloaded over the web; streaming video; virtual, classroom-based training delivered online; correspondence courses; interactive e-learning; classroom instruction provided by the organization; external classroom instruction; and on-the-job training. As part of a set of Supplemental Information measures, it helps companies evaluate additional variables not covered elsewhere for the "develop and train employees" process.

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Measure Category:
Supplemental Information
Measure Id:
102252
Total Sample Size:
1,886 All Companies
Performers:
25th
– Median
– 75th
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Key Performance
Indicator:
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Percentage of learning days delivered through training methods other than computer based training, correspondence courses, virtual instructor led courses, internal and external classroom instruction, and on-the-job training

Key Terms

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Supplemental Information

Supplemental information is data that APQC determines is relevant to decision support for a specific process, but does not fit into the other measure categories such as cost effectiveness, cycle time, or staff productivity.

Measure Scope

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Cross Industry (7.2.1)

  • 7.3.4.1 - Align employee with organization development needs (10490) - Aligning the needs of the employees to development needs.
  • 7.3.4.2 - Define employee competencies (16940) - Defining the skills, knowledge, abilities, and attributes needed to carry out a specific job.
  • 7.3.4.3 - Align learning programs with competencies (10491) - Aligning the learning programs with the core capabilities and competencies of the organization. Contextualize the training programs so that employees can expand their knowledge base and add new skills in line with the core competencies of the organization.
  • 7.3.4.4 - Establish training needs by analysis of required and available skills (10492) - Determining the training necessitated by business processes, using an examination of skill sets that are needed by the organization and those already possessed. Examine the various skills required by individual employees. Design training in light of the availability of resources to provide specific segments of training.
  • 7.3.4.5 - Develop, conduct, and manage employee and/or management training programs (10493) - Creating, implementing, and managing the programs for training employees. Create and design sessions on the basis of the needs and the availability of the skills. Conduct the sessions on the ground. Manage all aspects related to the training programs. Consider including literacy training, interpersonal skills training, technical training, problem-solving training, diversity or sensitivity training, etc.
  • 7.3.4.6 - Manage examinations and certifications (20125) - Managing identified training programs for employees. Engage with industries to provide certifications, administer certification test, and maintain active certification.
    • 7.3.4.6.1 - Liaise with external certification authorities (20126) - Coordinating with third party certification authorities to provide training and certifications for necessary skills.
    • 7.3.4.6.2 - Administer certification tests (20127) - Providing tests to the workforce that will satisfy completion of certifications.
    • 7.3.4.6.3 - Appraise experience qualifications (20128) - Ascertaining the experience level needed to qualify for a specific job or certification within the organization. Some certificates require practical experience as well as training programs.
    • 7.3.4.6.4 - Administer certificate issue and maintenance (20129) - Administering certificates to all candidates that have successfully met experience qualifications, and passed all tests necessary to obtain the certificate.