On-the-job Training Research Articles

An inquiry on the on-the-job training experiences of accounting interns

This study examines the experiences of accounting interns during their On-the-Job Training (OJT) program in accounting firms, banking institutions, and government agencies. The research participants, who graduated from the accountancy program in 2022-2023, have completed the OJT program and are currently employed. Using the cognitive apprenticeship theory, the researchers explored the experiences of interns in their PJT. During their OJT, the accounting interns experienced immersive training, practical application, and interactions with colleagues. The on-the-job training experiences of the Accounting Interns contribute to their overall professional development and personal growth through building professionalism, developing workplace skills, employing adaptive resilience, and cultivating reflective learning. The OJT experiences prepare the Accounting Interns for their current job because they have developed positive workplace behaviour and efficiency. The challenges encountered by the Accounting Interns during OJT are unrelated or unfamiliar tasks, problems with social skills, difficulty in task organization, and difficulty adjusting to work culture and protocols. Accounting Interns cope with the challenges during their OJT through self-initiated learning, seeking help from colleagues, building confidence, time management, and observing professionalism. Furthermore, the OJT program combined academic knowledge with practical skills to improve students' career readiness. The experience prepared them for professional challenges in their fields. The findings of this study contribute to the exploration of the accountancy students during their OJT. Moreover, other students can find ways on how to deal with encountered problems as they undergo the OJT program.

The use of Virtual Reality technology in employee safety and health training. A case study of an enterprise from the smelting industry

Improving results in the safety and health management of employees performing particularly hazardous work (e.g. in the smelting industry) depends mainly on effectively conducted occupational safety and health training. To prevent accidents at work and occupational diseases, existing solutions in this area should be complemented or replaced with innovative ones. Virtual Reality (VR) technology offers excellent opportunities in this area. This article is both theoretical and empirical in nature. It aims to present (1) the potential of VR in occupational safety and health (OSH) training from the theoretical perspective and (2) practical solutions for using VR in OSH training in the particular case of a smelting industry enterprise. For the purposes of the article, an analysis of the literature on the subject and a descriptive case study were used. The literature on the subject provides evidence that VR can be successfully used in occupational safety and health training. The analysed company is in the phase of testing VR technology in on-thejob training for particularly hazardous work. Initial reports from the project are promising. The authors recommend actions to eliminate/limit the identified implementation weaknesses. They also hope that the article will encourage safety and health managers to be interested in the issues discussed and facilitate the design and implementation of more effective occupational safety and health training.

Bridging the Gap Between Pre-Requisite Practicum Courses of Hospitality and Tourism Management and Needed Competencies of Industry Partners for Employability of Hospitality and Tourism Management Graduates

Hospitality and Tourism Management industry partners observed that practicumers need enhancement on needed competencies in the industry. The study focused on the experiences and observations of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) students, practicum faculty and industry partners during the On-the-Job Training (OJT). The study examined the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) guidelines for practicum trainings, considering global perspectives aligned with Sustainable Development Goal #4: equal access to quality tertiary education. Qualitative research method was used and virtual interviews with practicumers, faculty members, and industry managers/trainers were conducted. The study uncovered experiences and observations of the participants of the Hospitality and Tourism practicum. The findings revealed that the practicumers need more trainings and enhancement in soft skills like, communication, leadership skills, self-confidence, people skills and essential hard skills. The industry partners were expecting that the students have to be well-trained before the OJT deployment. Based on the results of the study, guidelines on the revision of the pre-requisite practicum syllabi courses were developed to promote employability of Hospitality and Tourism graduates.

Nexuses between induction training and on the-job-training on employee job performance: the mediating role of organizational culture

Purpose The study aims to explore the mediating role of organizational culture in the relationship between on-the-job training (OJT), induction training and employee job performance. This study is conceptually grounded in Albert Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory. The function that organizational culture plays as a mediator in the links between employee performance and on-the-job training and induction is a unique aspect of this study. Design/methodology/approach An industry-wide representation was ensured in the study by using a stratified random sampling technique to choose participants. The main characteristics pertaining to organizational culture, training initiatives and worker job performance were measured by using validated scales from earlier studies. For the purpose of validating the measurement model, factor loadings, internal consistency reliability and discriminant validity were evaluated through the use of partial least squares structural equation modelling in SmartPLS. Findings In support of Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory, the study’s results show a strong association between work performance, organizational culture, on-the-job training and induction training. The study highlights the positive synergistic effect that supportive organizational culture and well-designed training programmes have on improving employee job performance. The unique contribution of this study is the provision of empirical support for these correlations across a wide range of industries, highlighting the crucial roles that organizational culture plays in promoting employee success. Originality/value Authors’ knowledge of how organizations may create environments that maximize worker productivity and potential is expanded by the study’s practical insights.

Workplace Learning in Nepal Through the Lens of Employers, Principal, and Students

Workplace learning opportunities are considered to enhance an individual's occupation-related skills through work interaction. Workplace learning has become part and parcel of Nepal's policies in the last few decades. Internships and On the Job Training (OJT) have remained consistently a mode of workplace learning, but more recently, attempts have been made to execute dual vet apprenticeships. Nevertheless, studies in Nepal show a lack of well-built collaboration between education providers and employers in managing workplace learning. Furthermore, issues include a lack of access to and availability of relevant workplace learning opportunities. This paper discusses Nepal's workplace learning situation based on shared experiences by its actors, employers, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) providers, and students. The study uses five premises of workplace learning: learning is part of everyday life, it is spontaneous without a structured curriculum, learners need guidance and backing, an equitable opportunity to learn in a respectful environment, and integrating workplace learning with school learning proposed by Billett (2001) as a theoretical framework. The case study method suggested by Yin (2018) was used to explore their experiences. Twelve interviews, four from each group, employers, technical school principals, and students, were conducted to understand their views on workplace learning. Interview guidelines were followed for prolonged engagement in the field. The study's findings showed a lack of collaboration and preparedness among employers and TVET institutions for managing workplace learning. Workplace learning has become less of a priority for employers and TVET providers and is a neglected agenda.

Productivity Viewed From Work Ability and Work Operation Time With Mediating Variable On The Job Training (OJT)

This study aims to analyze the effect of work ability and work operational time on cadet productivity and analyze the role of the on-the-job training (OJT) variable in mediating the independent variable on the dependent variable in the Airport Electrical Engineering Occupation at Politeknik Matra Udara. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to respondents. This research uses a quantitative approach, analyzes using Structural equation modeling (SEM), and uses the Smart-PLS statistical program. The research sample refers to the Isaac and Michael table using a 10% significance level. The sample of this study consisted of 115 cadets from various occupations in airport electrical engineering at the Air Matra Polytechnic who had participated in the on-the-job training (OJT) program. The results of the analysis show that work ability has a significant positive effect on cadet productivity. This shows that the higher a person's work ability, the higher his productivity. In addition, work-related operational time also has a positive effect on productivity. That is, the longer the working time owned by cadets, the higher the level of productivity. Furthermore, on-the-job training (OJT) proved to be a significant mediator in the relationship between work ability and work operational time and cadet productivity. This suggests that on-the-job training has an important role in improving productivity.

Analysis of Damage to Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server on Cengkareng Radar Equipment in Perum LPPNPI Branch JATSC

The On The Job Training (OJT) program which will be implemented in 2022-2023 also includes collaboration with the LPPNPI Jakarta Air Traffic Service Center (JATSC) Branch Office. On The Job Training (OJT) involves various divisions that handle various equipment and facilities that support aviation safety, including equipment such as the Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server used to synchronize the time of equipment connected to the server network at the Jakarta Air Traffic Services Center (JATSC), thereby ensuring accurate operating times for all connected equipment. All of these efforts aim to improve safety and efficiency in aviation at the national and international levels. However, in this case, in operation, not all equipment always runs well, as does Network Time Protocol (NTP) server 1 at the LPPNPI Jakarta Air Traffic Services Center (JATSC) Branch. The purpose of this research is that the author wants to solve the problems that occur in On The Job Training (OJT) activities at Perum LPPNPI Jakarta Air Traffic Services Center (JATSC) Branch.

Empowering Unskilled Production Systems Consultants through On-the-Job Training Support: A Digital Triplet Approach

This study aims to experimentally confirm whether knowledge that has been challenging to transfer through traditional on-the-job training (OJT) can be effectively transferred by introducing a formalized OJT approach that describes the improvement process knowledge of skilled production systems consultants, facilitating imitation by unskilled consultants. We adopted the Digital Triplet (D3) concept, an extension of the authors’ digital twin framework to intelligent activities, aligning with our study objectives. Recognizing the difficulty and inadequacy of knowledge transfer in production systems consulting OJT, we propose an OJT support method integrating a decision-making modeling approach for skilled consultants’ processes based on the Generalized Production Systems Consulting Process Model (GCPM) from prior literature into traditional OJT methods involving self-learning and direct instruction. This method enables the construction of a domain-specific GCPM, formalizing the improvement process flow implemented by skilled consultants and linking it to production improvement expertise and tools. In a case study focused on energy-saving improvement, we constructed and tested a domain-specific GCPM’s efficacy in facilitating the transfer of difficult-to-transfer knowledge. The results indicate that domain-specific GCPM facilitates such knowledge transfer, including specialized improvement, knowledge utilization, rationale, and adaptation to specific cases.

The Effect of On The Job Training on Problem Solving Skills and Self Efficacy of Aviation Polytechnic Cadets

Aviation Polytechnic is a vocational education that should follow the global vocational education. The Polytechnic prepares its graduates not only to achieve education but also to develop social attitudes and skills in various fields. On-the-job training (OJT) programs were then conducted to increase some of these skills, namely problem-solving and self-efficacy (confidence in their abilities). This study aimed to determine whether OJT affected problem-solving skills, self-efficacy, and both. It used a quantitative method with a questionnaire as the instrument for data collection. The data were analyzed by a series of tests that examined the instrument, the prerequisite test, and the hypothesis. They were examined using the MANOVA method. The study indicated that OJT affected the problem-solving skills of Palembang Aviation Polytechnic cadets. The study also found the effect of OJT on the cadets’ self-efficacy. Finally, it was found that OJT had an effect on both problem-solving skills and self-efficacy.

OVERVIEW FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF FLIGHT WATCH IN FLIGHT TRAFFIC SERVICES WITH FLIGHT OPERATORS

On the Job Training activities are one of the activities that must be carried out by cadets. One of those who received this On the Job Training (OJT) activity was the Tarakan Branch of LPPNI, which is one of the airports that serves various types of flights, including pioneer, domestic, international and local flights. The data taken by the author is real data that the author obtained when carrying out OJT activities from September to August 2022. There were several obstacles that the author encountered when carrying out On the Job Training activities. One of them is inadequate communication from several aircraft because they do not carry High Frequency (HF) radio equipment. So that the aircraft that should be able to communicate with Balikpapan Info on the HF radio channel cannot communicate. And there is no sending of departure messages and arrival messages to the Tarakan APP which can cause disruption to the separation that is being implemented, because planes coming from the pilot area will suddenly appear on the controller's radar. By implementing the Flight Watch procedure, it is hoped that this incident can be minimized, as well as reviewing aircraft that do not carry equipment as stated in the Flight Plan as appropriate.

Employability of accountancy graduates of a Philippine public university

<span lang="EN-US">The Isabela State University aims to develop graduates equipped with skills and competence required by the industry. The graduate tracer research helps assess graduates’ employability and establish the elements that serve as a framework for enhancing students’ services and instruction. The snowball sampling was adopted and a modified questionnaire was sent via social media to Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) graduates between 2007 to 2019. There were 111 questionnaires fully accomplished received from the graduates. The results of the study show that the most significant factors contributing to employability were their educational qualifications and professional examinations. All the respondents are employed, but they found the BSA curriculum wanting in providing students with the opportunity to develop accounting skills and better prepare themselves for professional examinations. As such, the graduates recommend extending the BSA curriculum to 5 years; the on-the-job-training (OJT) program with accounting firms, and adding the required course audit. Further, to increase the graduates’ employability, the university shall provide students with the opportunity to experience the use of accounting software in actual business operations.</span>

STRENGTHENING SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT: A COMPREHENSIVE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING APPROACH FOR BTLED STUDENTS: EVALUATING EFFECTIVENESS, OVERCOMING CHALLENGES, AND PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES FOR IMPROVED EFFICIENCY

This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of strategies employed during the implementation of an On-the-Job Training (OJT) program. A cross-sectional survey design was used to gather data from 144 respondents. The study assessed the effectiveness of five key strategies, including seeking support and guidance from school administrators, utilizing resources provided by the educational institution or program, seeking guidance from mentors or experienced professionals, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and collaborating with fellow trainees. The respondents rated each strategy on a scale ranging from 1 (Not effective at all) to 5 (Highly effective). The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean ratings and an overall weighted mean. The findings revealed that all five strategies were perceived as highly effective in overcoming challenges during the OJT program implementation, with mean ratings ranging from 4.33 to 4.47. The results suggest that effective support and guidance from school administrators, utilization of available resources, mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and collaboration with fellow trainees are important factors in ensuring the success of OJT programs. The study contributes to the understanding of effective strategies in OJT program implementation and provides insights for educational institutions and organizations involved in workforce training and development. KEYWORDS: On-the-Job Training, effectiveness, strategies, support and guidance, resources, mentorship, problem-solving, decision-making, collaboration

The Correlation Analysis Between Students Performance and Licensure Examination Result of Beed Graduates in Um Panabo College

This study used descriptive correlational research designs to determine the relationship between student’s performance and licensing examination outcomes. Using random sampling forty (40) participants were identified in the study; these are the graduates of the BEED Program who took the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) from 2018-2021.The Pearson r correlation was used to establish the significant link between the Competency Appraisal (CA) result, General Weighted Average (GWA) and On-the-Job-Training (OJT) rating and the board examination rating. Data from the CA result was taken from the Competency Appraisal Coordinator, while GWA and OJT rating is taken from the registrar office, further PRC issued the result of the LET. The results shows that the competency appraisal has no significant relationship with the result of the board examination. On the other hand, the GWA and the OJT grade of the BEED graduates significantly correlated with the PRC result, suggesting it helps the students pass the licensure exam. Students who perform well in their college courses, particularly in courses that are directly related to their profession, are more likely to have a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that are necessary to pass the LET. Thus, the researcher recommends to look for other possible factors, such as students’ personal, economic, and emotional factors, students’ performance from their respective review centers.

“A STUDY ON EFFECT OF ON-THE-JOB TRAINING WITH REFERENCE TO EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION” AT DENIM WORKS, DODDABALLAPUR

The study explores the link between on-the-job training (OJT) and employeemotivation in modern workplaces. It uses a mixed-methods approach, involvingsurveysand interviews, to examine the correlation between OJT frequency and qualityandemployees' motivation levels. The findings suggest a positive correlation betweeneffective OJT programmed and increased motivation. Employees who receive regular, well-structured OJT opportunities show greater enthusiasm for their work, viewingthemas investments in their professional development. Qualitative insights reveal specificaspects of OJT that contribute to motivation enhancement, such as increasedjobknowledge, skill mastery, and organizational value. KEYWORDS: On-the-Job Training (OJT), Employee Motivation, WorkplaceEnvironment, Skill Enhancement, Professional Development.

Bridging Theory and Practice: A Qualitative Inquiry into the On-the-Job Training (OJT) Experiences of Hospitality Management Students at West Visayas State University- Lambunao

This research delves into the lived experiences of fourth-year hospitality management students from West Visayas State University-Lambunao during their On-the-Job Training (OJT). Using a phenomenological qualitative methodology, the study sought to uncover the intricate perceptions, emotions, and reflections of the students. Data was primarily gathered through comprehensive semi-structured interviews and was complemented by a review of reflective journals maintained during the OJT period. A purposive sampling approach was chosen, bringing together 25 participants aged between 20-23, ensuring a balanced representation across gender, nature of OJT establishment, and training duration. A thorough thematic analysis of the data highlighted key themes that emerged from the students' OJT experiences. The results offer valuable insights into the challenges and outcomes of OJT, serving as a resource for educators, industry partners, and upcoming hospitality students.

미용교육 후 진로결정이 현업적용도와 직업만족도에 미치는 영향

Recently, beauty companies in the Republic of Korea have attempted to expose their brand to consumers in competitive market where diverse brands already exist and differentiate it from other brands. In this sense, franchise chains have made a lot of efforts for continued growth by transferring their business knowhow and brand image. In fact, one of such efforts is on-the-job training (OJT). This study attempted to investigate the influence of career decision on transfer of training and job satisfaction after training at beauty-related franchise chain academies with a goal of increasing their sales by raising pay and satisfaction with skills. For this, a self-administered offline questionnaire survey was performed against those who had training at franchise chain academies in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do. Among a total of 305 questionnaires distributed, 300 copies were used for final analysis. The collected data were analyzed, using SPSS 22.0, and the results found the followings: This study examined the influence of career decision on transfer of training and job satisfaction after training at beauty-related franchise chain academies. The above results confirm that such training can be helpful in increasing sales at work. It is anticipated that they would be available as basic data and helpful in the growth of hairstyling training and education.

Assessing the Impact of On- the Job-Training Quality Factors on TVET Students’ Satisfaction in Developing Work Competence Skills in Oman

The study is based on quantitative and positivists approach method of research. The descriptive and inferential methods used to analyse data and delivered in the method of explanatory notes. The research adopted Coates (2009) AQTF quality indicator and a random sampling method was selected. The research objective is to examine the impact of On-the-Job-Training (OJT) quality factors on TVET students’ satisfaction during work experience in Oman. A sample of 317 out of 400 participants from eight TVET institutes was conducted, descriptive and inferential tool used to determine the impact of OJT training quality on TVET students. The reliability test using alpha Cronbach’s and Pearson correlations test indicated an acceptable level. In addition, three measurements of Goodness of fit were considered in the study. The study is only examining TVET students from the public sector which is under responsibility of the Ministry of Manpower, Oman. The research provides a platform for practitioners and authorities to discover the OJT training factors that effect on TVET students ’satisfaction. This paper provides upon the impact of OJT training quality on TVET students' satisfaction in preparing for work competence in Oman. The work experience provides a good platform for TVET students to exercise and develop their work competences skills that would assist them to engage in the labour market. The TVET candidates are provided a work-related training to develop work competence in the country. There is a necessity to define whether the quality of OJT training has any positive impact towards TVET students or else.

Can German vocational training combat skill shortages in developing countries? Evidence from dual training system in the Philippines

AbstractThis paper examines the labor market impacts of the Philippine Dual Training System (DTS), a vocational training program that combines firm‐based on‐the‐job training (OJT) and conventional institution‐based training, using a recent survey that tracked graduates from DTS and regular institution‐based programs. The estimation results using fuzzy regression discontinuity design show a significantly positive impact on the most recent monthly earnings. The impact significantly increases with the OJT intensity, measured by the number of hours a week in OJT. The above results imply that vocational training has to be aligned with actual production technologies and work practices to narrow skill gaps and create positive returns.

FURTHER EVALUATION OF OJT TRAINING QUALITY FACTORS ON TVET STUDENTS’ SATISFACTION IN OMAN

The current demand in Oman’s labour market is to have a young skill full Omani who is capable to cope with the technical challenges in the industry, as work competence is found to be deficient. The quality of the work depends on the provision of On the Job Training (OJT) programme which is overseen by MoMP. As a result, there is a need for further investigation to determine the OJT quality factors that are associated with Trainer Quality, Effective Assessment, Clear Expectation, Learning Stimulation, Competence Development, Training Relevance, Training Resources, Effective support and Active Learning on students’ satisfaction. The study has embraced the quantitative and positivists method of research, using a stratified random sample to gauge 8 TVET institutes with a total sample of 317 participants. Additionally, the reliability of the test depends on Alpha Cronbach’s scale, and it scored acceptable levels i.e., 0.772 to 0.809. The survey instrument of Coates (2009) was adopted and the literature review was done to support the research conceptual frame. The support theories were based on SERVQUAL, TQM and Kirkpatrick four level of training evaluation model. The study survey used five Likert scales to analyze the data. The evaluation of OJT quality factors on TVET students’ satisfaction was measured, P value <0.01 and found statistically significant. The sample adequacy was measured by using KMO and Bartlett’s test and scored 0.833 within the threshold. Also, the research used three measurements of Goodness of fit and met the required threshold. Nonetheless, the hypothesis results showed an overall of 70% of hypotheses have a significant effect on TVET students’ satisfaction. Finally, the research contributes to developing work skills to meet students’ satisfaction.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0078/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Evaluation of the On the Job Training (OJT) Program of Vocational Colleges in Preparing Students Who Meet the Needs of Industry 4.0

The On the Job Training (OJT) program is a transition program for KV students into the job market, but the effectiveness of the implementation of this program is questionable. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of evaluating the implementation of KV's OJT program in preparing students who meet the requirements of Industry 4.0 in KV North Zone. The design of this study uses a quantitative approach of survey techniques. This research instrument uses a Likert scale questionnaire. The KIPP Assessment Model introduced by Stufflbeam was used as a research tool. The study sample consisted of 118 students and 108 lecturers under the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology from the field of Industrial Machinery Technology (TPI) and were selected by stratified simple random sampling from 13 KVs. Cronbach's Alpha coefficient will be used to obtain reliability values for the questionnaire items conducted during the pilot study. Descriptive analysis ie percentage value, mean and standard deviation are used to report the findings of the study. While inferential statistics that is t-test is used to see the difference in effectiveness between genders. The results of the study are expected to be able to provide the necessary information to decision makers. The impact of the study can add value to the implementation of OJT in KV.