Imagine that you work for a global automobile manufacturer as a lead training and development associate. The head of human resources (HR) has had meetings with various departments, and a training need was identified by the sales department. Sales have dropped considerably in the last quarter, and through a training needs analysis, it was shown that sales associates lack the proper knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to effectively sell automobiles to various car dealerships in the United States and abroad.
The head of HR has asked that you give him or her a presentation on which major training theory you would recommend to apply to this scenario to equip the sales associates with the necessary skills to increase sales.
Select one training theory. This can be any of the four discussed in this unit or a training theory of your choice that interests you. Then, in your PowerPoint presentation, include the elements listed below.
Discuss the training theory and its primary tenets.
Explain why you recommend this theory.
Discuss two to three activities that you would build from this theory. For example, if you chose action theory, you may create group activities where sales associates run through sales scenarios with each other to see what works and what does not. Feel free to be as creative as you would like with your given theory.
Explain how your activities will address each learning style (i.e., visual, audible, and kinesthetic learning styles).
Your presentation must be at least 10 slides in length, not counting the title and reference slides. You are required to use at least one outside source and to utilize the notes section within PowerPoint. Within the notes section, include additional explanations for each slide. As you create your presentation, keep in mind that you are presenting for executives at your organization. All sources used, including the required unit resources, must be cited and referenced according to APA guidelines.
Here is information about the Power Point presentations. Remember, a minimum requirement is just that. You may need more to meet the requirements of the assignment and that is ok.
1. You need slides that include the title page, an overview of the presentation, and a summary.
2. Citing – you would have a citation for every slide that is based on your research. You can cite on the slide or in the notes. If you do not cite, you will not get credit for that slide.
3. Reference page – APA format
4. Direct quotes – Should not be used in this assignment.
5. Content pages – I suggest you use notes to fill in the gaps. Remember, all I can evaluate is what I read.
6. Visuals/graphics are required for Power Point assignments.
7. Please review the rubric as this is what I use to evaluate assignments.
I look forward to reading your assignment.
