Training and Development of Employees Across Age Categories: Nestlé Czech Republic Ltd

The thesis addresses the issue of training and development of employees across different age groups, with a focus on Nestlé Czech Republic Ltd. As workplaces bring together generations with diverse values, work habits, and expectations, it is essential to explore ways of tailoring training programs to their individual needs. The aim of the thesis is to identify these needs and preferences and to assess their relationship to age, with particular attention given to older employees. The first part outlines key approaches to human resource management, types of training, demographic trends, and includes a characteristic of individual generations. The second part is based on a questionnaire survey conducted among the company’s employees with data evaluated using the chi-square test of independence. The results revealed that most of the examined factors are not age-dependent; however, motivation for training, linked to expectations of career growth, does vary with age. Differences were also identified in training preferences: older employees tend to value face-to-face training, while younger generations prefer the flexibility of e-learning. Intergenerational mentoring was positively assessed across all groups. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of generational differences in professional education and provide a basis for designing effective training programs that reflect the individual needs of employees.