Journal of European Industrial Training: Volume 24 Issue 1
Table of contents
SMEs and barriers to skills development: a Scottish perspective
Thomas Lange, Mélanie Ottens, Andrea TaylorReviews and elaborates on some of the major skills development barriers for small and medium‐sized enterprises (SMEs). The analysis reveals the influence of the prevalent SME…
The evaluation of goal and goal‐free training innovation
Carl James, Ian RoffeDistinguishes between “goal” and “goal‐free” training and highlights the growing significance of the latter for applications in training for creativity as well as with initiatives…
Human resource development in Ireland: organizational level evidence
Noreen Heraty, Michael J. MorleyThe ability of the Irish economy to continue growing depends not only on demand, but also on supply conditions. While these have remained favourable up to now, there are signs of…
Developing graduate sales professionals through co‐operative education and work placements: a relationship marketing approach
Nick EllisExamines issues within sales training and stresses the importance of work experience as part of undergraduate business degree programmes, both for those individuals wanting to…
Recruitment and training in small firms
Stephanie M. JamesonThe hospitality and tourism industries are two of the fastest growing and most dynamic sectors of the UK economy. Both industries are highly labour intensive and, because of…