Competency Based e-Learning Systems: An Analytical Study of Select Corporate Enterprises in Bangalore

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Abstract

Competency is most important nerve center for organizational functions to link to the overall performance. It aligns strategies with priorities of the organization. Corporate e-learning systems can become more successful only if, when it becomes a self-initiated program by each individual at workplace. Today's organizations are incorporating such a competency based approaches in order to be more successful to utilize the human capability at its maximum level. When these (CbceL) tools are used, it provides an opportunity for employees to document and demonstrate their target achievements at work place. The question arises what exactly is Cbcel. It is defined as follows "Competency based corporate e-learning system is a human resource tool, which enables the corporate enterprise to map employee/team performance gap analysis and to appropriately address through learner centric e-learning courses and develop employees for the betterment of business results at a reduced cost across geographical locations”.

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2017-12-07

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Sumithra, C. (2017). Competency Based e-Learning Systems: An Analytical Study of Select Corporate Enterprises in Bangalore. DHARANA - Bhavan’s International Journal of Business, 8(2), 84–96. Retrieved from http://informaticsjournals.com/index.php/dbijb/article/view/16097

 

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