ACCA Applied Knowledge · Business and Technology · Learning and training at work
Which of the following is an advantage of using performance appraisal as a method of identifying individual training needs?
Appraisal provides a regular, structured chance to compare an individual's performance against set standards and agree development actions. It does not predict industry-wide skill needs, nor does it remove the need for job analysis when roles change.
- AIt gives a systematic, regular opportunity to compare an individual's performance with standards and agree development actionsCorrect
- BIt reveals the future skills the whole industry will require
- CIt eliminates the need for any further job analysis
Explanation
Appraisals regularly compare an individual's performance against agreed standards, so shortfalls and development needs can be discussed and recorded. They do not forecast industry-wide needs and do not replace job analysis.
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