INFLUENCE OF TRAINING ON EMPLOYEE PRODUCTIVITY IN THE SELECTED LEVEL 4 FAITH-BASED HOSPITALS AT KISII COUNTY, KENYA.
Keywords:
Employee productivity, Faith-Based hospitals , Human resource Management Practices, Level four Faith-Based Hospitals and trainingAbstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of training on employee productivity in selected Level 4 Faith-Based Hospitals in Kisii County, Kenya. The research focused on determining the impact of training on employee productivity, anchored on the Human Capital Theory. A mixed-method approach, combining qualitative and quantitative methods, was employed. The target population consisted of 515 employees, with a sample size of 217, including doctors, nurses, and support staff. A 92% response rate was achieved through 200 completed questionnaires. Primary and secondary data were collected using questionnaires and interviews. Reliability analysis using SPSS showed a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.798, indicating good internal consistency. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS Version 27 and presented through various visual aids, while qualitative data was analyzed thematically. The study found that training significantly enhances productivity by improving skills, reducing errors, and boosting morale, although career advancement opportunities are limited for middle management due to financial constraints. The study recommends more extensive training for all employees, not just doctors and directors, and hiring a professional HR manager to oversee HR practices. The study contributes to the understanding of HRM's role in enhancing employee productivity.