Development of Conceptual Framework of Transfer of Training: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Digital age and knowledge era have introduced a paradigm shift in the corporate world. Organizations are experiencing tough competitions in the most dynamic, transforming and complex environment. Survival of an organization heavily depends on the ability of the firm to acquire a competitive advantage, flexibility of the firm to adapt and to respond to the environment with an innovative idea and a product. A company that follows creative and innovative strategies should have the most innovative and enterprising employees. Employees are the valuable assets to any institution and the role of employees in the success of the institution cannot be underestimated. To manage the challenges of today's competitive business climate and to maximize the job performance of the employees, a training program is imperative for all organizations.In this article a conceptual framework is designed which is based on critical reviews of current approaches in studies of transfer of training. This conceptual framework highlights the relationship between transfer of training, training design and its influencing factors for today‟s workplaces. The framework is a scientifically robust framework for transfer of training at variousorganizations. This study is significant in emphasizing the need for appropriate evaluation methods that can assist practitioners to develop transfer of training in a more credible manner.