Noting that large numbers of business graduates are seeking employment in college business offices, the authors outline a systems approach to employment and training which includes recruitment, interview and selection, orientation and training, placement and post-training, and the fusion process. Emphasis is on individual and organizational…

The growing needs of individuals who did not finish high school and of other adults wish to make changes in their lives can best be met at the local level through education--work programs, or deferred educational and training opportunities, to be used when needed. (EC)

Suggestions on how to interest employers in participating in cooperative programs are offered. The author emphasizes the importance of showing how the program will benefit them and their organization. (AG)

Recognizing that effective management of personnel requires continued growth on the part of supervisors, the author describes a series of management seminars designed to meet these needs. (KR)

The article discusses micro-training needs and various possible solutions, including existing programs, self-study programs, special assignments, field trips, coaching, seminars and workshops, university programs, and professional conventions and conferences. (MF)

Review of programs initiated by various western countries in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)--government-initiated public and private programs to cope with the youth unemployment problem. (JT)

A followup survey of the employment patterns of British university graduates of 1984 who had not found suitable employment within six months of graduation is reported. Results show that most had succeeded in finding employment or proceeded to additional training within 12 months of graduation, even during a period of high unemployment. (MSE)

Provides worksheet that can be used to calculate the costs of a complete training intervention, a needs assessment, an evaluation of a specific program, media production, or job aids. Developed in response to the General Motors Great Job Aid Contest, this aid includes a glossary of terms. (LRW)

Demonstrates the criterion-related validity of behavior-based measure of work maturity. Measured the work-maturity levels of 142 youth enrollees in a job training program sponsored by the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA). Time Consciousness and Sociability predicted a weighted composite criterion composed of ten job performance dimensions.…

Investigates knowledge and skill areas important to agency/firm and organizational public relations employers. Offers recommendations for the development of public relations education programs and accreditation standards meeting the needs of today's marketplace. (NKA)

The author discusses how to compete for training contracts from the private sector. He lists strategic questions to ask, provides a suggested approach, and mentions potential barriers. (CH)

The Training Effectiveness Evaluation system provides three categories of tools for planning evaluation of industrial training programs, gathering the needed information, and reporting it. These categories are (1) satisfaction, (2) learning, and (3) performance. (CH)

Outlines programs in the United Kingdom (UK) designed to encourage the starting of small businesses. Successful programs help entrepreneurs obtain financial support, get business training, and develop a business plan. Recommends emphasis on personal competency and motivation training as well as shorter courses. (CH)

Identifies issues to be considered in deciding whether a community college should become involved in industrial training (e.g., local needs and attitudes, faculty attitudes, and personnel implications). Suggests an organizational model for delivering customized job training. Identifies program benefits and potential problems. (DMM)

Identifies reasons for the increasing emphasis on employee training, problems to be overcome in industrial training, and suggestions for educators considering corporate education and training programs. Uses experiences at Corning Glass Works as examples. (DMM)