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Which of the following is the most likely benefit to an employer of a structured continuing professional development (CPD) programme for its staff?

A structured CPD programme helps keep employees' skills and knowledge current, which supports their competence and improves organisational performance. It does not replace appraisals or induction, and it cannot guarantee that employees will stay, though it may help retention.

  1. AIt removes the need to carry out any appraisal of performance
  2. BIt guarantees that no employee will ever leave the organisation
  3. CIt helps keep employees' skills and knowledge up to date, supporting competence and organisational performanceCorrect
  4. DIt replaces the need for any induction training for new starters

Explanation

CPD maintains and enhances skills and knowledge, supporting competence, motivation and the organisation's performance. It does not replace appraisal or induction, and it cannot guarantee staff retention, although it may improve it.

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