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    The Impact of Training and Development on Employee Performance
    (Uganda Christian University, 2026-03-17) Joan Wanyana
    This study aimed at establishing the effects of training and development on employee performance for Uganda Clays Limited. This study was based on three main objectives. First, it aimed at establishing the training and development methods used by the organization. Secondly, it aimed at establishing the challenges facing the organization regarding training and development. Finally, it aimed at establishing the link between training and development and employee performance.This study adopted a mixed research approach that integrated both quantitative and qualitative research methods. This study used quantitative research methods through questionnaires and qualitative research methods through key informant interviews. This study targeted employees from different departments within the organization. This study used the stratified sampling approach for the purpose of ensuring sufficient representation. This study used descriptive statistics and correlation analysis for the purpose of analyzing the quantitative data, while thematic analysis helped in interpreting the qualitative data.The findings of the study showed that the most applied training methods in Uganda Clays Limited were on-the-job training, workshops, and supervision, while online training was not significant in the organization. The findings of the study also showed that the challenges facing training in most organizations, such as time constraints resulting from production, budget constraints, and the absence of evaluation mechanisms, were present in this study. Furthermore, the study findings showed a positive relationship between training and employee performance in terms of developing skills, increasing productivity, efficiency, and reducing errors, although motivation was influenced by other factors such as rewards and recognition.The study concluded that training and development are significant in developing employee performance, although this depends on the support of the organization, efficient management of resources, and evaluation of the effectiveness of training in the organization. The study also recommended the use of training planning, learning technology, and monitoring to enhance the effectiveness of training in the organization