Abstract:
In Pakistan many organizations are trying to improve their human
resource and this positive change can be clearly seen in the
corporate sector. They are implementing different training
techniques to enhance the skills, knowledge and attitudes of
their valuable employees. Companies are well aware of the fact
that the human resource can only bring growth for them as it’s
the greatest asset of any organization. In today’s competitive
era the companies should try to utilize the utmost potential of
their human resource. A satisfied employee results in better
performance. In return it benefits the overall organizations
productivity and growth. There can be many various factors which
can help an employee to be satisfied with their job. Trainings
have a very positive effect on the job satisfaction level
resulting in better performance. Therefore investment on the
human resource is essential these days. Trainings have two main
types which are on the job and off the job trainings. We will
mainly focus on off the job trainings effect on employee
satisfaction and performance level. Trainings help employees to
enhance their knowledge, attitude and skills. It is mainly
conducted on a location which is away from the work area. It
often use the method like; role playing, case studies, lectures,
computer based, simulation exercises, games, seminars and many
others. Off the job trainings are mainly related to enhancement
of knowledge and attitudes of employees. This study will show
the positive impact of, off the job trainings on employee job
satisfaction and performance level by the help of research,
questionnaire and observations conducted from various corporate
organizations in Pakistan.