Showing papers in "Journal of European Industrial Training in 2009"
TL;DR: In this paper, a model was proposed and empirically tested on a sample of 300 university students in Turkey, where entrepreneurial intention was taken as a function of educational, relational, and structural supports, and the results showed that educational and structural support factors affect the entrepreneurial intention of students.
Abstract: – Fostering entrepreneurship needs a twofold policy that should focus on both the current situation and future prospect of entrepreneurship. Although many scholars and policy makers devote their attention to the first foci of issue, it is equally important to map out the future context of entrepreneurship. The purpose of this paper is to fill this void by analysing the impacts of some contextual factors on entrepreneurial intention of university students., – In the study, a model was proposed and empirically tested on a sample of 300 university students in Turkey. The entrepreneurial support model (ESM) considers predominantly the impact of contextual factors on entrepreneurial intention. In the model, entrepreneurial intention is taken as a function of educational, relational, and structural supports., – The results of the survey showed that educational and structural support factors affect the entrepreneurial intention of students., – The paper contributes to the literature by theorizing and empirically testing how some factors affect the entrepreneurial intention of university students. Although the study is subject to some limitations, it is believed that these limitations can be overcome with further studies., – The results of the study may have valuable implications for the policy makers and educators., – Since today's youth are the potential entrepreneurs of the future, understanding their perception about contextual factors can be a contribution to the development of the literature and an important step in designing a more effective policy mechanism.
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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors present an empirical study based on a trainee-oriented systemic model for training transfer and examine trainee characteristics which affect the motivation to learn and transfer and determine the trainees' entry behavior.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of the paper is to present an empirical study based on a trainee‐oriented systemic model for training transfer. The paper examines trainee characteristics which affect the motivation to learn and transfer and determine the trainees' entry behavior. Then, during the training process, the complex interactions among the trainer, the trainees and the content and method used are taken into account to assess what are here termed direct and indirect training transfer. Finally, organizational factors affecting both the training transfer and the trainee him/herself are examined.Design/methodology/approach – The authors used 44 in‐depth interviews with trainees from different organizations who participated in a training program that was based on an innovative experiential training method (project method).Findings – The results reveal the importance of trainee characteristics in the training transfer process and provide useful insights regarding the design and management of the training program...
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors evaluate whether the new concept of competence and the competence-based education approach are being used in, and perceived as being fruitful for, academic education and find that the opinions of the respondents on the usefulness of the competence•based approach were quite positive.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to evaluate whether the new (comprehensive) concept of competence and the competence‐based education approach are being used in, and perceived as being fruitful for, academic education.Design/methodology/approach – In this explorative and qualitative study individual interviews with representatives of study programs from eight universities in the Netherlands were held, and a participative case‐study in one university was conducted, in which practices and perceptions from various stakeholder groups were triangulated.Findings – The opinions of the respondents on the usefulness of the competence‐based education approach were quite positive. There is wide agreement on the necessity to align university curricula to the needs of society and of the labour market. University education can make effective use of the competence concept. Universities differ as to the extent to which they employ a competence‐based education approach. Many hurdles exist for actually implementing t...
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TL;DR: This paper explored diversity in competence models across Europe and considered the extent to which there is sufficient common ground for a common European approach to underpin the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this article is to explore diversity in competence models across Europe and consider the extent to which there is sufficient common ground for a common European approach to underpin the European Qualifications Framework.Design/methodology/approach – The paper uses a literature review and interviews with policy makers.Findings – Despite the central role of competence in policy initiatives, conceptual approaches to competence vary not only between but also within different member states. This diversity embodies not only language issues but also fundamental cultural differences in approaches to skill formation. Whether the models have sufficient common ground to permit a “best‐fit” European‐wide approach is open to question, although this is clearly an essential prerequisite for removing barriers to labour mobility. Despite initiatives like the European Qualifications Framework there is still no consensus for adopting a common competence model and policy discussions continue to revea...
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TL;DR: In this paper, a conceptual framework for examining the relationship between HRP and PC and their impact on employee attitudes as well as behaviour has been put forward for further examination based on a review and synthesise literature on the role of human resource practices in shaping employee psychological contract (PC).
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to review and synthesise literature on the role of human resource practices (HRP) in shaping employee psychological contract (PC). Based on this review, a conceptual framework for examining the relationship between HRP and PC and their impact on employee attitudes as well as behaviour has been put forward for further examination.Design/methodological/approach – An extensive review of the literature, examining the role of HRP in influencing PC of employees, between the periods 1972 to 2007 has been conducted. Adopting the multi‐level approach, the paper discusses the role of individual variable (PC) and organisational variable (HRP) on employee attitudes and behaviours.Findings – The review brings to fore the following: the role of business and employment relationship strategy on HRP; the relationship between HRP and organisation culture as well as employees attitudes and behaviours; the relationship between HRP on and employee's psychological contract; and the modera...
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TL;DR: In this article, open-ended questions investigating training barriers are analysed. And the exploratory examination of information from participants of a managerial training programme suggests that the model which links lite...
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to look at the issues concerning barriers that managers face in relation to participation in training and transfer of training, which have become increasingly important to HRD scholars and practitioners. To date, these areas have largely been examined independently. This paper aims to argue that there is an increasing need to understand and explore these two areas in unison.Design/methodology/approach – Although this paper is primarily conceptual in nature, in order to investigate a model derived from relevant literature, survey data from 137 Canadian employees, mostly from the broader public sector, was examined. These respondents completed a short transfer of training questionnaire three months after a one‐day managerial training programme. In this study, open‐ended questions investigating training barriers are analysed.Findings – The exploratory examination of information from participants of a managerial training programme suggests that the model which links lite...
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors used a sample of 354 entrepreneurs from Castile and Leon, Spain to investigate the effect of educational programs aimed at entrepreneurs on innovation and business success and found that individuals who are concerned about further management education and entrepreneurship education show themselves to be more innovative.
Abstract: Purpose – This paper attempts to shed light on the effect of educational programmes aimed at entrepreneurs on innovation and business success.Design/methodology/approach – We use as theoretical framework the theory of planned behaviour. We use a sample of 354 entrepreneurs from Castile and Leon, Spain. To estimate the model we use a path analysis (AMOS 7).Findings – Individuals who are concerned about further management education and entrepreneurship education show themselves to be more innovative. Moreover, indirectly, by means of the relationship between innovation and success, specific entrepreneurship education contributes to obtaining better business results. However, to have reached high levels of formal education makes entrepreneurs less conformist regarding the activity of innovation. The existence of a direct effect of innovative behaviour on business success is confirmed.Research limitations – The limitations which our study presents are principally related to the measurement of the variables. S...
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors identify and define dimensions of organizational learning and the way it affects small or medium-size enterprise (SME) performance, and show that sales and employment growth are most dependent on the following dimensions: dialogue and empowerment of the employees, collaboration, team learning, leaders' attitudes.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify and define dimensions of organizational learning and the way it affects small‐ or medium‐size enterprise (SME) performance.Design/methodology/approach – The empirical research is carried out in Polish SMEs (the sample size is 211 enterprises). In order to test the constructed hypotheses we use factor analysis with varimax rotation, correlation analysis and cluster analysis. The sales and employment growth figures and synthetic McKenzie index are used to evaluate SME performance.Findings – In the empirical study, 11 empirical dimensions of organizational learning are identified and defined. The empirical research shows that sales and employment growth is most dependent on the following dimensions: dialogue and empowerment of the employees, collaboration, team learning, leaders' attitudes. In this research, it is suggested that there is an empirical relationship between organizational learning and organizational performance. In practice it means that organi...
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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors explore the connections between individual learning, intrapreneurship, and organizational learning to create an alternative model of how learning facilitates performance in organizations, and present a model of intra-reneurial learning and performance.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the connections between individual learning, intrapreneurship, and organizational learning to create an alternative model of how learning facilitates performance in organizations.Design/methodology/approach – This is a conceptual paper selecting targeted scholarly works that provide support for the proposed model.Findings – The paper presents a model of intrapreneurial learning and performance in which the constructs of environment, individual learning, intrapreneurship, and organizational learning influence organizational performance. Intrapreneurship is a relatively recent area of exploration in which scholarly efforts have primarily focused on identifying the construct and distinguishing it from entrepreneurship. The proposed model of intrapreneurial learning and performance joins a growing number of works that explore how intrapreneurship contributes to organizational performance. It is suggested that the framework may help scholars identify potential ...
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TL;DR: In this paper, a questionnaire survey was distributed among MBA and EMBA students at a major university in China, and then two case studies were conducted to collect more in-depth data.
Abstract: Purpose – This study aims to identify managerial competencies required for successful middle managers in China.Design/methodology/approach – First a questionnaire survey was distributed among MBA and EMBA students at a major university in China, and then two case studies were conducted to collect more in‐depth data.Findings – The findings of this study suggest that team building, communication, coordination, execution and continual learning are critical competencies for the success of middle managers in China. Implications for future research and practices are also discussed.Originality/value – The literature review shows that although previous leadership competency studies are extensive, little research has been conducted to explore the competencies required for middle managers. This study would contribute to fill the gap in the literature.
TL;DR: In this article, the authors explored the various conceptions of competence in the EQF and the national systems in particular in the sectors of construction, ICT and health of England, Germany, France and The Netherlands.
Abstract: Purpose – Though the notion of competence is common terminology in European VET policy at national and supra‐national level, understandings vary widely, both across countries and within. The particular conceptions of competence adopted in the EQF are themselves problematic and the framework allows for a variety of interpretations. The purpose of this paper is to clarify those applied in the EQF and the vocational education and qualifications systems of particular European countries and to contribute to the development of a transnational understanding of the term, one which is compatible with a rapidly changing labour market.Design/methodology/approach – Drawing on evidence from work funded by the Nuffield Foundation entitled “Cross‐national Equivalence of Vocational Skills and Qualifications”, the paper explores the various conceptions of competence in the EQF and the national systems – in particular in the sectors of construction, ICT and health – of England, Germany, France and The Netherlands.Findings ...
TL;DR: In this article, the construct validity of learning transfer system inventory (LTSI) for use in Portugal is analyzed and whether LTSI dimensions differ across individual variables such as gender, age, educational level and job tenure.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyze the construct validity of learning transfer system inventory (LTSI) for use in Portugal. Furthermore, it also aims to analyze whether LTSI dimensions differ across individual variables such as gender, age, educational level and job tenure.Design/methodology/approach – After a rigorous translation process that included forward and backward translation, subjective evaluations of the translated items, and pilot testing, the Portuguese version of LTSI was completed by 484 trainees, who attended different kinds of training courses. Two separate exploratory factor analyses were run to analyze the specific and general domains covered by LTSI. An initial analysis with the validated items and a second one with the validated and research items were also completed.Findings – The results of the initial factor analyses showed a 16‐factor structure that accurately paralleled the 16‐factor structure of the original English version and revealed that this one is the most p...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors report the results of an empirical study of the meaning of working, individual level work outcomes, and job and career satisfaction, among professional level employees in business organizations in Russia, Poland, and Germany.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to report the results of an empirical study of the meaning of working, individual level work outcomes, and job and career satisfaction, among professional level employees in business organizations in Russia, Poland, and Germany.Design/methodology/approach – The theoretical framework for the study was based on the work by England and colleagues. The sample (n=638) included professional level employees in the medium and large manufacturing and service organizations in the three countries. Correlations, discriminant function analysis, and multiple regressions were used to answer research questions regarding the relationship between the study variables and to determine country differences.Findings – Results indicate different patterns and levels of work centrality, desired work outcomes, work role identification, and job and career satisfaction among the three countries. A significant difference was found between work values in Russia, on the one hand, and Germany and Po...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors investigate the potential of already existing skills and competence ontologies to benefit European transparency tools and especially the implementation of the European Qualification Framework and ask whether any of them could serve as a starting point to develop an International Standard Classification of Skills and Competences.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the potential of already existing skills and competence ontologies to benefit European transparency tools and especially the implementation of the European Qualification Framework. Furthermore, it asks whether any of them could serve as a starting point to develop an International Standard Classification of Skills and Competences to supplement ISCED and ISCO.Design/methodology/approach – This contribution contains a comparative analyses of three systems providing ontologies of skills and competences – DISCO, O*NET and Taxonomy_DB – under terminological and pragmatic aspects.Findings – The analysis identifies O*NET as the most promising candidate to serve European transparency instruments and the EQF. Furthermore, it demonstrates that the development of an International Standard Classification of Skills and Competences, that is suitable for statistical purposes as well as appropriate for practical applications in human resource management and in the are...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors determined Turkish managers' conflict styles in different sectors, namely durable consumer goods, aviation, automotive and banking, by applying the Rahim's 1983 Organizational Conflict Inventory II.
Abstract: Purpose – The aim of this study is to determine Turkish managers' conflict styles in different sectors, namely durable consumer goods, aviation, automotive and banking.Design/methodology/approach – A total of 130 managers' conflict management styles were assessed by applying the Rahim's 1983 Organizational Conflict Inventory‐II.Findings – First, integrating and, second, compromising are found to be the most preferred conflict styles of Turkish managers. The other important finding is that preferring obliging styles of conflict management changes according to the status of managers. Obliging is mostly used when the conflict partner has an upper level status.Research limitations/implications – Additional data from cross‐cultural studies are needed to form a comprehensive understanding of conflict management styles. Also, the number of respondents in the study is not enough to generalize the findings; additional data from different sectors could make the findings more valid.Practical implications – There see...
TL;DR: In this paper, the potential for a more effective transfer of marketing knowledge to firms through e-learning and e-collaboration frameworks is considered, and the authors identify the perceptions of SMEs towards elearning and the propensity of managers to embrace technology-based training.
Abstract: Purpose – The implementation of e‐learning can help SMEs to develop skills to cope with their operational environments, but current literature suggests they are not effectively engaged, partly due to a lack of understanding and mistrust of vendors. This paper considers the potential for a more effective transfer of marketing knowledge to firms through e‐learning and e‐collaboration frameworks.Design/methodology/approach – This research identifies the perceptions of SMEs towards e‐learning and the propensity of managers to embrace technology‐based training. It investigates SMEs preference for training delivery and the potential for an e‐centric collaborative learning environment to support effective knowledge transfer.Findings – Organisations must be capable of learning from experiences and of disseminating learning, to respond to emerging market conditions. The research endorses the need for a focused approach to e‐learning that facilitates social interaction and learning in order to harness the value of ...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors developed a theoretical framework for measuring public sector managers' career success using social cognitive career theory, and four factors that have predictive potential on managers" career success are individual-related factors, organizational related factors, managerial competencies related factors and the person-environment fit factor.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop a theoretical framework for measuring public sector managers' career success.Design/methodology/approach – The theoretical foundation used in this study is social cognitive career theory. To conduct a literature search, several keywords were identified, i.e. career success, objective and subjective career success, managers, managerial career development and social cognitive career theory. Several electronic databases available in the university's library, such as Emerald, EBSCOHost, SAGE, Science Direct and Blackwell Synergy, were used to search for resources. Literature includes sources written in both English and Malay.Findings – The four factors that have predictive potential on managers' career success are individual‐related factors, organizational‐related factors, managerial competencies‐related factors, and the person‐environment fit factor. Career success should be operationalized using both objective and subjective career success.Research limitatio...
TL;DR: In this paper, a foresight orientation was taken to identify leadership skills necessary for success in the near future, based on in-depth analysis of key business, societal, organisational and leadership trends, nine key leadership competencies were identified.
Abstract: Purpose – With tectonic plate shifting change and continuous uncertainty, a reliance on leadership competencies rooted in the past will no longer be successful. Instead, it is argued that the emerging business environment now demands a new set of leadership skills that are aligned to the requirements of the future. This paper aims to address these issues.Design/methodology/approach – A foresight orientation was taken to identify leadership skills necessary for success in the near future. Based on in‐depth analysis of key business, societal, organisational and leadership trends, nine key leadership competencies were identified. An exploratory study was then conducted to assess the current level of future leadership capability in a diverse sample included of current and emerging leaders from a variety of organisations across Europe and Asia Pacific.Findings – Results suggest that both current and emerging organisational leaders are significantly under prepared for the challenges ahead.Research limitations/i...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors used a correlational quantitative research design to determine the type of relationships that existed among organizational learning dimensions studied and established whether the correlations were statistically significant at 0.05 and 0.01 levels.
Abstract: Purpose – The primary purpose of the study was to determine the type of relationships that existed among organizational learning dimensions studied. In addition, the study sought to establish whether the correlations were statistically significant at 0.05 and 0.01 levels.Design/methodology/approach – This study adopted a correlational quantitative research design. It has been established that quantitative methods enable researchers to conduct comparisons across individuals. The correlational research design was found appropriate since it enabled the researchers to determine if statistically significant correlations existed among the learning dimensions studied.Findings – The results of the correlation analysis showed that the learning organization dimensions leadership and culture had the highest level of association, followed by correlations between rewards and recognition and culture. The correlations were statistically significant at 0.01. Meaning that for the small business unit studied to be successf...
TL;DR: The Master of Education in Instructional Design & Technology (MEd-ID&T) as mentioned in this paper was designed to train instructional designers and educators with the knowledge, skills, and abilities for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating technology-based solutions to instructional problems.
Abstract: The Master of Education in Instructional Design & Technology (MEd-ID&T) prepares instructional designers and educators with the knowledge, skills, and abilities for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating technologybased solutions to instructional problems. Graduates of the MEd-ID&T degree practice in K-12, post-secondary, business, industry, and performance learning environments, and may also prepare for doctoral study. Candidates in the MEdID&T degree pursue advanced study in Instructional Technology core, specialty, and field studies.
TL;DR: In this article, the authors analyse students' actual experiences of both good and bad leadership and the resulting emotional responses to determine which emotionally intelligent competencies, if any, have greater importance in times of change.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this article is to analyse MBA students' actual experiences of both good and bad leadership and the resulting emotional responses; to determine which emotionally intelligent competencies, if any, have greater importance in times of change.Design/methodology/approach – The paper follows a deductive approach: moving from the general to the particular based within the phenomenological paradigm, extending Goleman's inductive research into emotional intelligence competencies. Goleman's framework was adopted because his research was based upon competency models from both private and public organisations, which matches the MBA students' experiences.Findings – The findings suggest that bad leadership equates to a lack of self‐management and relationship management competencies; however good leadership is not the exact opposite. If a person has developed self‐management competencies it does not follow that he/she will be considered a good leader. Leaders should aim to have a clear focus on...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors examine the factors that drive a firm's decision to invest in training in India's IT-enabled services/business process outsourcing (ITeS/BPO) sector.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the factors that drive a firm's decision to invest in training in India's IT‐enabled services/business process outsourcing (ITeS/BPO) sector. It aims to consider a much‐neglected area and an often‐cited need to consider external factors, especially the needs of an organisation's clients in a firm's decision to train.Design/methodology/approach – The paper employs case study research strategy using semi‐structured interviews, organisational documents and non‐participant observation.Findings – Employee turnover, competitive strategy, client specifications and quality management systems were important factors in shaping the nature and extent of training. The temporal dimension of the process was also significant in influencing volume of training. The study also found that learning and development were inextricably intertwined with its operations management, as against a firm's HR infrastructure.Originality/value – As most HRD research adopts an inward‐looking...
TL;DR: In this paper, the conceptual approach to competence is formally comprehensive and incorporates key dimensions of the other dominant competence models, and it is still too early to assess the extent of adoption of competence management overall in the training and qualifications systems.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this article is to analyse the conceptual approaches to competence and practice in competence management in France.Design/methodology/approach – Extensive literature review, discussion with academic experts in the French competence network of AGRH and interviews concerning developments following the 2003 national agreement with officials of the major trade unions and employers' associations.Findings – The conceptual approach to competence is formally comprehensive and incorporates key dimensions of the other dominant competence models. Extensive academic debate on competence does not appear to be mirrored in practice within establishments. Nevertheless, competence management has been given a major stimulus by recent legislation designed to promote lifelong learning and competence is at the centre of the reform of the training and qualifications systems.Research limitations/implications – It is still too early to assess the extent of adoption of competence management overall in the...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors developed recommendations for measures assessing intercultural training needs for international human resource management based on scientific as well as application-oriented criteria the aim is to select six measures assessing general intercultural competencies and with the help of behaviour ratings in interactive intercultural exercises to evaluate the psychometric quality and practicability of the questionnaires for training purposes.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop recommendations for measures assessing intercultural training needs for international human resource management. Based on scientific as well as application‐oriented criteria the aim is to select six measures assessing general intercultural competencies and with the help of behaviour ratings in interactive intercultural exercises to evaluate the psychometric quality and practicability of the questionnaires for training purposes.Design/methodology/approach – Psychometric quality including prognostic power of ICSI, FLCS, NVCCS, ISAS, TIHK, and SIB was tested by correlating subjects' questionnaires results with observations of their actual behaviour in intercultural exercises.Findings – Satisfying psychometric quality and prognostic validity of almost all measures was found. Especially TIHK, ICSI, and FLCS score well for assessing training needs whereas the results for SIB were problematic.Research limitations/implications – The study observed student particip...
TL;DR: In this article, Choi et al. investigated the relationship between the protean career and other variables, including organizational learning climate, individual calling work orientation, and demographic variables, using web survey data.
Abstract: Purpose – This paper aims to investigate the relationship between the protean career and other variables, including organizational learning climate, individual calling work orientation, and demographic variables.Design/methodology/approach – The research data were obtained from a sample consisting of 292 employees of two South Korean manufacturing companies in the private sector. To collect the research data, this study employed the web survey method.Findings – The study results showed that two organizational learning climates – embedded system and system connection – and calling orientation had significant positive relationship with the protean career. Demographic variables did not relate significantly to the protean career.Research limitations/implications – This paper provides an empirical approach to related environmental and psychological variables influencing the protean career based on the literature review.Practical implications – The results have implications for both researchers and practitioner...
TL;DR: The main characteristics of the UK healthcare sector that can present difficulties to the development, and ultimate use, of such competence frameworks are the size, complexity, professionalisation and extent of other simultaneous change in the sector.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this article is to review the use of competence frameworks in the UK healthcare sector and to explore characteristics of the sector that may influence the success of projects to develop new frameworks.Design/methodology/approach – The paper draws on project reports and evaluations of practice in a range of recent projects to develop new competence frameworks.Findings – There are a number of competence frameworks in use in the UK healthcare sector, principally the NHS, designed for a range of purposes. There are many potential benefits of such frameworks. The main characteristics of the UK healthcare sector that can present difficulties to the development, and ultimate use, of such competence frameworks are the size, complexity, professionalisation and extent of other simultaneous change in the sector. Potential difficulties caused by these characteristics can be ameliorated by measures to align the development of the framework with priorities, interests and concerns of practitione...
TL;DR: In this paper, a set of questions related to "Kompetenz", "Beruf", and the German Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning are answered. And the results were published prior to this paper in the form of a study on behalf of the German government.
Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to answer a set of questions related to “Kompetenz”, “Beruf” and the German Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning. What is a competence, can it be measured? Is the “Beruf” really endangered by the focus on learning outcomes? What are the implications as regards the learning process? Are permeability and mobility between occupations fostered?Design/methodology/approach – Literature was analysed to identify elements which are linked to the introduction of qualifications frameworks in Germany and which have an impact on the German system of education and training. Additionally some primary research was done by interviewing about 50 experts in the field. The results were published prior to this paper in the form of a study on behalf of the German government. Here they are used to highlight potentially controversial issues: “Beruf”, “Qualifikation”, “Kompetenz”, “learning outcomes” and their relationship to qualifications frameworks.Findings – It is assumed that ...
TL;DR: Chenail et al. as mentioned in this paper show the association which exists among the wide range of knowledge management, knowledge sharing and HRM practices in the knowledge-intensive firms, and highlight the need for attention to be paid to unique scientific practices for managing gold-collar workers in knowledgeintensive firms.
Abstract: – The aim of this paper is to show the association which exists among the wide range of knowledge management, knowledge sharing and HRM practices in the knowledge‐intensive firms, – The proposed literature review includes the systematic process of research in the following manner; after identifying the main area of interest, key concepts and words were selected, parameters were set to ensure selection of good quality journals, and availability of articles in full text was also considered, – The study finds that one must keep in view the variable personnel demands and extensive training and development needs of knowledge workers, and highlights the need for attention to be paid to unique scientific practices for managing gold‐collar workers in knowledge‐intensive firms, – The need for further empirical, cross‐case, cross‐cultural and longitudinal studies is highlighted to explore the dimensions of HR practices for managing gold‐collar workers in KIFs, – Perception of gold‐collar workers with reference to the relationship with top managers is discussed through the 30 articles published over the period 2000 to 2006 To manage KIFs, the creation of an original focus on people issues is highlighted With the help of Chenail's qualitative matrix, the study thematically analyzes the HR antecedents that emerged into four distinctive categories