Abstract:
This study examined lecturers‘ perceptions of the effect of training and
development on their performance at Koforidua Technical University. Using
the census sampling method, all 174 lecturers at Koforidua Technical
University participated in this research. Data was gathered using
questionnaires and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. This
research concluded that lecturers' training needs are paramount at Koforidua
Technical University. Moreover, the lecturers‘ performance at Koforidua
Technical University is satisfactory. Furthermore, human capital investments
in lecturers' training and development improve their individual-level
outcomes. In other words, improved training and development practices
improve lecturer performance at Koforidua Technical University. Hence, it is
suggested that management at Koforidua Technical University should
persistently prioritise firm-specific and general training practices in their
organisation to significantly enhance lecturers‘ productivity and achieve a
competitive advantage. Furthermore, to discover new approaches to resolving
organisational issues, lecturers should also be given a chance to seek
knowledge and experiences in various work environments within the same
industry.
