There are hundreds of major companies in Chicago and the rest of Illinois, including many on the Fortune 500 list. Meet with company managers to determine what needs to be addressed in professional education and training. Defining the problem is a key step in creating a training program. This will allow you to target the need for professional education specifically and develop the appropriate training.
Complete a needs assessment analysis with the information that was gathered during the meeting with managers. A needs assessment is a written report on the company's current condition and its problems, with suggestions for the intended outcome. To complete the report, interview the employees on their knowledge and skill levels. This report will help lead to a plan for bridging the knowledge gap within the organization.
Collaborate with company training professionals after the needs assessment has been completed. Work with them to create a viable training and professional education program for employees within the company that caters to the specific problems explained in the needs assessment.
Write a report that contains the needs assessment analysis, the training and development plan, plan accountability and the direct projected outcome of training for the company. You will want to include concrete facts and figures such as how much the professional development will cost, how much money it will save the company after completion and how much money they are currently losing due to improperly trained employees.