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1.

Distinguish between training and development.

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Training and development are related yet distinct concepts. Though both the concepts focus on improvement of an individual but the perspectives are different. Training on one hand refers to providing the skills and abilities for a particular job. Development on the other hand, refers to the concept of growth of an individual as a whole.

The following points highlight the difference between training and development.

Basis of DifferenceTrainingDevelopment
MeaningTraining refers to the process of enhancing the skills and competence of an employee that are required to perform a specific job.Development refers to the process of overall growth of an employee.
FocusThe focus of training is the specific job requirement and is thereby, job-oriented.The focus of development is overall growth and is thereby, career-oriented.
ScopeTraining is narrow in scope and focuses on how one can become more efficient in the intended job.Development is wider in scope and focuses on the overall personality development of the employee. Training is a part of development.
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2.

Write the Comparison of Training and Development

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BasisTrainingDevelopment
1.DefinitionIt means imparting skills and
knowledge for doing a
particular job.		It means growth of an
employee in all respects.
2.PurposeIt is concerned with
maintaining and improving
current job performance.		It seeks to develop
competence and skills
for future performance
3.MethodsIt is imparted through on the
job methods.		It is imparted through off
the job methods.
4.InitiativeThe boss takes the initiative for
imparting training to his
subordinates.		The individual takes the
initiative for self-growth
and development.
5.DurationTraining programmes are
organised for short term.		Development takes
place over a larger
period of time.
6. NatureJob orientedCareer oriented
Level of
person involved		Non-managerial personnelManagerial personnel
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