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Question
With reference to on-the-job training, answer the following:
Give any two major distinctions between off the job training and on the job training.
Solution
| Off-the-job training | On-the-job training |
| (i)This method of training is designed to impart training to personnel by supplying them the required knowledge and skills away from the job and work place. | (i) This method of training enables workers to be trained under the same working conditions with the same process. |
| (ii) Employees are exposed to new ideas and experiences. |
(ii) It is learning by doing in an actual work situation. |
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