In this course we discuss both the theoretical and practical framework of two fundamentals of training design. 

First we examine the training needs analysis phase, where we discuss the importance of understanding the nature of the context within which the organization is operating and the issues the organization faces in achieving its objectives.  We review methods of analysis and the types of data, which can aid impactful training design.  Second we explore the evaluation phase, and how to align training interventions to organizational performance objectives.  We work through examples of return on investment calculations and review a variety of performance measures, which can be utilized.  

This course outlines the practice of training design for Return on Investment providing learning professionals with techniques that they can use in their own training design.