E-training Implementation in Saudi Arabia: An Exploratory Study in Private Sector in Jeddah

Abstract

This paper explores the justification for implementing, the benefits and barriers of e-training from training managers working in private sector in Jeddah. The questionnaire was used to gather the data from training managers. Total 150 questionnaires were distributed, out of that 63 questionnaires were used in the analysis. The results showed that the implantation of e-training is growing rapidly in private sector in Jeddah. In addition the results demonstrate that the main drivers for e-training investment were linked to improved delivery and flexibility, increased access, reduced costs, and better administration for implementing training from managers’ perspective. However, the most important challenges identified by mangers were related to absence of a professional online training center in Arabic and the lack of expertise in E-training inside the company. Based on the results, a number of recommendations and future research areas were discussed.

Keywords: E-training, E-learning, Implementation, Corporate training, Employee training.