Importance of Learning and Development

 Definition 

According to Smith (2006), Learning and Development is a management approach and practice where individual employees and teams can obtain or develop knowledge and skills to perform current and future job roles.

Learning and Development can be seen positively and neutrally inside the organizational setting. The positive aspect is to develop and acquire high-level needs such as self-esteem and self-actualization needs. The neutral aspect is to solve everyday problems through the effective transfer of information.

Benefits of Learning and Development

Benefits of learning and development

Attracting and retaining employees

Employees expect career-enhancing growth and development from employers. According to a survey done on this topic, 65% of employees evaluate work based on opportunities for upskilling. The company can retain employees by providing growth and development opportunities.

Encouraging employee engagement

Employees feel confident and committed to their work and feel inspired to take more initiative and grow in their careers.

Promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. 

The organizational culture should promote an inclusive and equitable work environment where employees of all backgrounds have access to growth opportunities. DEIB into L&D strategies promotes an innovative workplace.

Bridging skill gaps 

Reskilling and upskilling individuals for technical roles and developing soft skills prepare the workforce to adapt, and promote innovation and organizational future labor needs. This is especially important for new hires who are not familiar with organizational setup. L & D is the best way to bridge existing skills and expected skills. Organizations empower employees by offering targeted training. This improves individual performance and helps the organization succeed in the long term.

References 

AIHR, 2025. Learning and Development. [Online]
Available at: https://www.aihr.com/blog/learning-and-development/
[Accessed 4 April 2025].

LinkedIn, 2025. 10 reasons why learning and development in an organization is so important. [Online]
Available at: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/10-reasons-why-learning-development-organization-so-important-virti-fedhe
[Accessed 4 April 2025].

Smith, S. E., 2006. Learning and Development for Managers - Perspectives from Research and Practice. 1st ed. Victoria: Blackwell publishing.

 


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