Exploring Factors Influencing the Transfer of Training using a Grounded Theory Study: Issues and Research Agenda

Abstract

The aim of this study is to develop a final outcome in the form of a substantive theory on the transfer of training. The methods of initial data collection were: face-to-face interviews with the trainees, observations at the trainers’ workplace and on-line interview feedbacks. In accordance to the Grounded Theory requirements, the participants were selected using purposive sampling method taken from the list of trainees who have attended the training series which were held six months earlier prior to the first data collection tasks. The results revealed individual factors of trainees that influences the transfer of training can be classified and categorized into four main factors; the ability of trainees, trainees’ motivation, self-efficacy and attitudes and commitment of the trainees.