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SPHR · Question #289

The most significant benefit of measuring the results of a training program is knowing:

The correct answer is A. How the training affected organizational performance. The ultimate goal of training is to impact business outcomes -- such as improved productivity, reduced errors, or increased customer satisfaction. Learning and behavior changes matter, but organizational performance is the true ROI. Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Learnin

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Question

The most significant benefit of measuring the results of a training program is knowing:

Options

  • AHow the training affected organizational performance
  • BHow the training changed the participant's behavior
  • CThat the participant was satisfied with the training
  • DThat the participant actually learned a new skill

How the community answered

(42 responses)
  • A
    81% (34)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    7% (3)
  • D
    10% (4)

Explanation

The ultimate goal of training is to impact business outcomes -- such as improved productivity, reduced errors, or increased customer satisfaction. Learning and behavior changes matter, but organizational performance is the true ROI. Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Learning and Development): SPHR candidates must link LandD to strategy: "Training effectiveness should be evaluated based on its measurable impact on key performance metrics." This aligns with Kirkpatrick Level 4 evaluation (Results), the highest standard of learning impact.

Topics

#training evaluation#Kirkpatrick model#organizational performance#ROI of training

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