Scope : This policy applies to all permanent, full-time or part-time employees of the company. All eligible employees are covered by this policy without discriminating against rank or protected characteristics. Employees with temporary/short-term contracts may attend training at their manager’s discretion. This policy doesn’t cover supplementary employees like contractors or consultants
Policy elements : Imparting training policy is a joint effort. Employees, managers and HR should all collaborate to build a continuous professional development (CPD) culture. Employees are responsible for seeking new learning opportunities. Managers are responsible to coach their teams and identify employee development needs. The HR Department is responsible for conducting workshops, seminars and refresher courses to keep the workforce informed and updated with the latest learnings.
Training delivery : There are various methods to impart training. The selection of the training delivery method depends on cost-effectiveness in terms of achieving the training outcome. Training activity will mostly be delivered in a combination of the following forms:
- Formal training sessions (individual or corporate).
- Training provided by internal and/or external experts.
- On the job training (OJT).
- E-learning.
As part of the ongoing learning and development provisions, arrangements for subscriptions or educational material can also be availed wherever applicable. This provides all employees access to news, articles, and other material that can help them become better at their job. However, to avail this facility, employees need to get written approval from their Managers and the concerned HR team.
Conditions apply: Subscription/Material should be job-related, All relevant fees should not exceed the limit set for the employee.