IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

WORLD JOURNAL OF ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (WJEDS )

E-ISSN 2579-0544
P-ISSN 2695-2483
VOL. 9 NO. 7 2024
DOI: 10.56201/wjeds.v9.no7.2024.pg181.193

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Staff Development and Job Performance: A Case Study of Uyo Local Government Area Council

Udoyiu, Udoyiu Edem, Edward, Samuel Okposin

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Abstract

This study explores the relationship between staff development and job performance, emphasizing the impact of training programs on employee productivity. It is widely recognized that effective staff development strategies contribute to improved performance, but the extent and nature of this relationship require further examination. The aim of this study is to investigate how staff development, specifically training and development programs, influences job performance and productivity within organizations. A descriptive survey design was used to collect data from 60 respondents through questionnaires. The questionnaires focused on staff development programs, their perceived impact on job performance, and organizational productivity. The responses were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and the results were presented in tables for clarity. The findings reveal that a significant 80% of respondents believe staff development positively impacts job performance. Moreover, 60% of participants indicated that training enhances workers' competence, directly leading to higher productivity. Hypothesis testing further confirmed that staff training has a significant positive relationship with job performance and productivity, as 98% of respondents rejected the null hypotheses. The results highlight the vital role of staff training in enhancing individual capabilities and overall organizational performance. Training programs are seen not only as skill enhancement tools but also as key contributors to employee engagement, organizational growth, and profitability. The study also suggests areas for improvement, such as increasing the inclusivity of training programs across all management levels. This study concludes that staff development programs, particularly training and development, have a significant positive impact on job performance and productivity. Organizations are encouraged to invest in comprehensive training initiatives that b

keywords:

Staff Development, Job Performance, Training, Productivity, Organizational

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