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A-LevelBusiness StudiesHuman resource management9609/12 · Feb/Mar 2023 · Q35 Marks

Define the term induction training.

  1. (a)Define the term induction training.[2]
  2. (b)Explain one benefit to a business of training its employees.[3]

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Feb/Mar 2023). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

  1. [2] Knowledge of the term that demonstrates a clear understanding of the term.
  2. [1] Knowledge of the term that demonstrates a partial understanding of the term.
  3. [2] Training given to new employees – business systems and business layout etc (clear definition)
  4. [1] Training given to new employees (partial definition)
  5. [1] Knowledge of one relevant point is used to answer the question.
  6. [1] Clear understanding of one business benefit – allows specialisation.
  7. [2] Developed application of one relevant point to a business context.
  8. [2] Developed application of one business benefit of employee training e.g. skilled employees more efficient so reduced errors.
  9. [1] Limited application of one relevant point to a business context.
  10. [1] Limited application of one business benefit of employee training – e.g. increases motivation and reduces staff turnover.

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About this question

Topic
Human resource management, A-Level Business Studies (syllabus 9609). Structured question, 5 marks.
Source
A-Level Business Studies, Feb/Mar 2023 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 3.

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