Analysis Of Management-Cycle Of Training Program For Micro And Small Enterprises

Abstract

This study was designed to analyze the management cycle of training program for MSEs in Adama City. A descriptively cross-sectional survey design of research was used in the research, where 237 managers/operators of MSEs selected from four sectors of MSEs (manufacturing, construction, service and business) were respondents/participants. Stratified random sampling technique was used to identify samples taken for the study. In the process of answering the basic questions, an open and closed-ended questionnaire that included demographic profiles, the practice of needs assessment and design, implementation and evaluation of training for MSEs was used. Moreover, interview guides were also used with officials of MSEs, Adama TVET College and Adama TVET Agency in Adama City. Data were collected, systematically and processed with the help of descriptive statistics (percentage, mean and standard deviations), and correlation and regression for ensuring significance. The result of the study indicated that, better practices were observed in the area of program implementation and design whereas, the inefficient practices were observed holding intra-sectoral need assessment and evaluation. The study denoted also that participation of MSEs on training evaluation, rendering feedback, regarding job performance and trainee trainer interaction was very low. Key terms: practices, management-cycle, training, micro and small enterprises