CAIE A-Level Business 2.1.6 Training and Development

CAIE A-Level Business 2.1.6 Training and Development
Cambridge International AS & A Level Business 9609 syllabus for exams in 2026, 2027 and 20282026–2028

Practise comparing induction, on-the-job and off-the-job training and analysing how development changes skills, flexibility, intrapreneurship, productivity and business cost.

How this is tested

  • select induction, on-the-job or off-the-job training and justify the fit with the employee's need
  • analyse a training benefit through improved skill or confidence to productivity, quality or retention
  • weigh development benefits such as multi-skilling or intrapreneurship against time, fees and disruption

Question 2

Question 2(a)

(a)

Define the term on-the-job training.

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Question 2(b)

(b)

Explain one advantage to a business of induction training.

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