Workplace learning in the Malaysian tourism sector determining competence development and job satisfaction among employees of small to medium-sized tourism enterprises

Lack of skills and innovative ability among employees hampers the competitiveness of an organisation regardless of its size. Yet human capital can be developed through workplace learning. This book explores workplace learning among employees of small to mid-sized tourism related enterprises. It look...

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Main Author: Shamuni Kunjiapu (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Petaling Jaya Strategic Information and Research Development Centre New Era University College 2021
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