Which of the following is a disadvantage of off-the-job training?

• A. No output because employees do not contribute to work
• B. It can be expensive
• C. It can be organised quickly
• D. It has no impact on productivity

Answer: (B)

Off-the-job training means learning away from the normal work environment, so it typically costs more. The main downside is the expense: course fees, materials, trainer costs, travel or accommodation, and the fact that staff are away from their usual production tasks, which can mean lost output in the short term. This combination of higher direct costs and potential short-term productivity loss makes it a clear disadvantage. The other options don’t fit: training away from work does involve some loss of output, so saying there is no output isn’t accurate; quick organisation is not a disadvantage; and saying there’s no impact on productivity is incorrect because there can be a temporary impact while employees are away.