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Professional training course · HRT-045

Identifying Training Needs and Evaluating Training

Organizations achieve better performance when training programs are based on real needs and measured outcomes. This course provides participants with practical methods to…

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Identifying Training Needs and Evaluating Training
Next classroom session Paris 16 - 20 Nov 2026 · £4,500 + VAT Next in London London 21 - 25 Dec 2026 · £4,250 + VAT

Course overview

Why Attend
Organizations achieve better performance when training programs are based on real needs and measured outcomes. This course provides participants with practical methods to identify skill gaps, prioritize learning requirements, design targeted development plans, and evaluate training effectiveness to ensure maximum return on investment.

Course Methodology
This course uses an interactive and practical approach through presentations, case studies, group discussions, assessment tools, workshops, evaluation exercises, and real workplace examples.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the importance of training needs analysis
  • Identify organizational, team, and individual training needs
  • Use effective tools for skills gap assessment
  • Prioritize learning and development requirements
  • Develop targeted training plans
  • Apply methods to evaluate training effectiveness
  • Measure training impact on performance
  • Improve return on training investment

Target Audience

  • HR Professionals
  • Training and Development Officers
  • Learning and Development Specialists
  • HR Managers
  • Department Managers
  • Supervisors and Team Leaders
  • Anyone responsible for employee development

Target Competencies

  • Training Needs Analysis
  • Performance Assessment
  • Data Collection
  • Evaluation Techniques
  • Planning Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Reporting Skills
  • Continuous Improvement

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Fundamentals of Training Needs Analysis
    • Importance of training needs identification
    • Linking training to business goals
    • Types of training needs
    • Organizational vs individual needs
    • Common training challenges
    • Building a needs analysis framework
  2. 2Day 2: Methods for Identifying Training Needs
    • Performance appraisal data analysis
    • Surveys and questionnaires
    • Interviews and focus groups
    • Skills assessments and competency reviews
    • Observation techniques
    • Prioritizing training requirements
  3. 3Day 3: Developing Training Plans
    • Converting needs into learning objectives
    • Selecting suitable training methods
    • Creating annual training plans
    • Budgeting training initiatives
    • Scheduling and resource planning
    • Gaining management support
  4. 4Day 4: Evaluating Training Effectiveness
    • Importance of training evaluation
    • Levels of training evaluation
    • Measuring participant reaction and learning
    • Measuring behavior change at work
    • Measuring business impact
    • Collecting evaluation data effectively
  5. 5Day 5: Measuring ROI and Continuous Improvement
    • Return on investment in training
    • Preparing evaluation reports
    • Using feedback to improve programs
    • Benchmarking training performance
    • Building a continuous learning culture
    • Final workshop: Create a training needs and evaluation plan

Dates and fees

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 20265 days ParisFrance £4,500+ VAT Register
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 20265 days MunichGermany £3,450+ VAT Register
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 20265 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,250+ VAT Register
11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 20275 days Kuala LumpurMalaysia £2,250+ VAT Register
8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200+ VAT Register
8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850+ VAT Register
12APR 12 - 16 Apr 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250+ VAT Register
10MAY 10 - 14 May 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200+ VAT Register
14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250+ VAT Register
12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 20275 days ParisFrance £4,500+ VAT Register
9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250+ VAT Register
13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200+ VAT Register
11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 20275 days Kuala LumpurMalaysia £2,250+ VAT Register
8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200+ VAT Register
13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850+ VAT Register

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Identifying Training Needs and Evaluating Training course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Identifying Training Needs and Evaluating Training course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Paris. There are 15 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Paris, Munich, London, Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, Amsterdam.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 + VAT per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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