EFFECT OF TRAINING ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN COOPERATIVES IN ANAMBRA STATE

Nwafor, Grace, Obiageli (2024) EFFECT OF TRAINING ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN COOPERATIVES IN ANAMBRA STATE. Manuscripts on Sustainable Economics, Finance and Management, 1 (1). pp. 52-67. ISSN 3064-8645

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Abstract

This study investigates the impact of training on employee performance in cooperatives within Anambra State, Nigeria. Recognizing the crucial role of human capital development in cooperative success, the research examines the relationship between various training characteristics and employee productivity. Using a sample of 247 respondents from cooperatives in Awka South LGA, the study employs Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression analysis to quantify the effect of training variables. The independent variables considered include type of training (on-the-job vs. off-the-job), frequency of training sessions, training duration, perceived relevance of training to job tasks, quality of training materials, quality of training instructors, and investment in training. Employee productivity, measured by output per employee, serves as the dependent variable. The results reveal a statistically significant positive relationship between training frequency and employee productivity (coefficient = 0.15, p<0.05). Further, the quality of training materials demonstrates a strong positive association with productivity (coefficient = 0.22, p<0.01). Interestingly, the type of training (on-the-job vs. off-the-job) does not show a statistically significant impact on productivity (coefficient = 0.08, p>0.05). Similarly, training duration, relevance, quality of instructors, and investment in training exhibit no significant relationship with employee productivity (coefficients ranging from -0.03 to 0.10, all p>0.05). These findings suggest that while increased training frequency and the quality of training materials are important factors, other elements of the training program, such as the type of training, duration, instructor quality, and investment levels, do not appear to significantly influence employee productivity in the context of these cooperatives. The study emphasizes the importance of focusing on the frequency and quality of training materials to enhance employee productivity in Anambra State cooperatives. Recommendations include implementing training programs with a higher frequency of sessions and ensuring the use of high-quality training materials. Further research is necessary to explore other factors that might influence employee productivity in cooperatives, such as leadership styles, motivation levels, and organizational culture. Cooperatives should also consider the practicality and efficiency of on-the-job training methods, as well as incorporating feedback mechanisms and evaluation procedures to ensure the alignment of training with the specific needs of the cooperatives.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HJ Public Finance
Divisions:	Postgraduate > Master's of Islamic Education
Depositing User:	Journal Editor
Date Deposited:	14 May 2025 05:37
Last Modified:	14 May 2025 05:37
URI:	http://eprints.umsida.ac.id/id/eprint/16057

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