To explore the effectiveness of training initiatives at AgCo, the ROI Method was applied. The ROI Method is a systematic and methodical measurement and evaluation approach that focuses on five levels of data and evaluation thereof to determine the effectiveness of ... More »

Learning & Development

Managing the Learning Function , Measuring and Evaluating , Advanced Level Content

With an estimated failure rate of 50 to 70 percent, international joint ventures (IJVs) are inherently unstable endeavors. However, the advantages of successful international joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions are significant enough that an increasing... More »

Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Advanced Level Content , Change Management , Integrated Talent Management , Training and Development - General

Ensuring the alignment and integration of learning and development with compensation and rewardsand other management policies, processes, and practicesis an important aspect of effective talent management. There is, first, a need for horizontal alignmentensuring... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Advanced Level Content , Business Impact , Integrated Talent Management , Managing the Learning Function

On a Sunday drive, I noticed a sign over the freeway advertising that a company called Wordplex was hiring. I asked my friend to take down their phone number. That Friday, I left a message for the director of marketing, Ken Walsh, describing a little about what I do and... More »

Career Development

Advanced Level Content , Career Development , Career Planning , Jobs

Knowing your business is about understanding how your organization makes money, which includes understanding the key elements of revenue, expenses, and profit. It is also about understanding your business partners key financial metrics and why these are important to the... More »

Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Advanced Level Content , Business Impact , Curriculum Alignment , Economy