Roles of Compensation, Feedback, and Job Involvement in the Relationship between Training and Employee Productivity in Nigeria: A Case Study of Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN)

This research explores the role of compensation, feedback, and job involvement in the relationship between training and employee productivity in Nigeria. Using the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) as a case study, the paper examines how these factors mediate and enhance the effectiveness of training programs in boosting employee performance. The study combines both qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as surveys and interviews, to provide insights into the critical mechanisms influencing the effectiveness of training in Nigeria's public sector, particularly in the energy industry. The objective of this research is to examine the impact of various factors such as training, compensation, feedback, and job involvement on employee productivity within a Power Holding Company in Nigeria. The study aims to understand how these factors influence employee productivity. A quantitative research approach is utilized for this study. The target population is 600 employees working in Nigeria's Power Holding Companies. The researcher employs a non-probability sampling technique, specifically random sampling, with a sample size of 150 employees. Data collection is carried out using a survey method with a questionnaire as the instrument. The results show a positive relationship between the different variables and employee productivity. The study supports the hypothesis that training has the most significant and strongest effect on employee satisfaction. The findings suggest that the reliability of the instrument and variables has a beneficial impact on employees working at the Power Holding Company in Nigeria. Findings also emphasize the importance of strategic compensation, timely feedback, and deep job involvement in fostering a productive workforce at PHCN.