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Which of the following best describes the difference between training and development in an organisation?

Training is the planned learning of skills and knowledge needed for a current job, while development is broader, longer-term growth that prepares an individual for future roles and responsibilities. The two are not distinguished by location or by employee level.

  1. ATraining is aimed at the long-term growth of the individual's overall potential, whereas development teaches specific job skills
  2. BTraining is the planned acquisition of skills and knowledge for a current job, whereas development is broader growth preparing a person for future rolesCorrect
  3. CTraining is always done externally, whereas development is always done on the job
  4. DTraining applies only to new employees, whereas development applies only to managers

Explanation

Training is typically job-specific and focused on current performance, while development is wider and longer term, preparing people for future responsibilities. Option A reverses the two terms. Training can be internal or external and applies to any employee, so C and D are wrong.

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