EXPLORING THE ROLE OF TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT, CAREER DEVELOPMENT, AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT TO ENHANCING WORK PERFORMANCE IN PAKISTAN'S BANKING SECTOR

Abstract

This research investigates the influence of training and development programs, career development opportunities and organizational commitment on employee work performance in the banking industry of Pakistan. Using a quantitative method and survey information, the interrelations between these factors were investigated in close detail. The findings reveal strong internal consistency within the constructs, with career development emerging as the most significant predictor of work performance. Organizational commitment also positively influences work performance, though to a lesser degree. Notably, while training and development programs strengthen organizational commitment, their direct effect on work performance is less pronounced. These findings underscore the pivotal role of career development programs and an organizational supportive climate in facilitating high work performance among Pakistani banking employees. It is suggested that further research should be conducted to determine  Which aspects of training and development programs most strongly enhance work performance, perhaps through the mediating role of organizational commitment