Are you responsible for organising corporate training for your team?
We know that choosing the right training provider is not an easy task, there’s a lot of pressure on you to get it right and deliver the big results that your team is asking for.
Rushing into a contract without asking the right questions could be fatal for your training objectives. You could end up with an inexperienced provider, or simply not the right provider for your organisation’s current needs.
We’ve compiled the 7 most important questions to ask your provider.
➡️ How Will the Training Be Tailored to Our Needs?
Ask if the content can be customised to address your team’s current challenges or industry-specific demands.
Why This Matters: Generic training can often feel disconnected. A tailored approach is far more likely to boost engagement. People are more receptive to learning when it’s clear that the content is relevant to their work.
➡️ What are the specific learning objectives?
Make sure the training has clear, actionable goals that match your team’s needs.
Why it matters: Without clear goals, it’s hard to tell if the training is actually effective or worth your investment.
➡️ What Experience Does the Trainer Have?
Learn about the trainer’s background and familiarity with organisations like yours. Ask them for case studies if you need further clarity.
Why This Matters: An experienced trainer with relevant expertise is more likely to connect with participants and deliver practical insights that they can take back to the workplace.
➡️ How Will the Training Be Delivered?
Confirm whether the sessions are in-person, online, or hybrid, and check how this aligns with your team’s schedule.
Why This Matters: The delivery format can significantly impact engagement and participation. We find in-person training to be the best for most organisations.
➡️ What Support Is Available After the Training?
Ask about follow-up resources, coaching, or additional sessions to reinforce learning.
Why This Matters: Post-training support will dramatically help participants apply what they’ve learned in their everyday work-life.
➡️ How Will Success Be Measured?
Find out how outcomes are tracked, whether through skill assessments, surveys, or other methods.
Why This Matters: You’ll need to show tangible results to justify the investment.
➡️ What Do You Need From Us to Ensure Success?
Ask what level of involvement they expect from your team to make the programme successful.
Why This Matters: Collaboration and preparation on both sides are key to achieving the best results. Being on the same page from the beginning will make for a smoother training experience.
Final Thoughts
A top tier training provider doesn’t just come in to deliver the training, they partner with you through your organisation’s expansion phases. Asking these 7 questions will help you make the right choice and get a provider that’s right for your team.
