Kwofie, T E; Aigbavboa, C O and Mpambela, J S (2018) Improving continuing professional development compliance among construction professionals through integrated strategies in South Africa. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 16(4), pp. 637-653. ISSN 1726-0531
Abstract
Purpose: A high level of low compliance with continuing professional development (CPD) among construction professionals in developing countries is well acknowledged in existing literature. In spite of several interventions in CPD implementation, reforms and approaches in recent times, there does not seem to be an immediate improvement. This development calls for a re-think among stakeholders to adopt strategies that can yield the best results in uptake. Though several strategies have been proposed to potentially result in CPD uptake and compliance among construction professionals, these possible strategies have not been considered in an integrated manner. This study aims at identifying CPD delivery and implementation strategies that can significantly contribute to compliance and uptake among construction professionals in South Africa. Design/methodology/approach: Using a quantitative research design and a questionnaire survey, this study sought to identify effective CPD implementation strategies for construction professionals from a plethora of suggested ones that can engender increased uptake and compliance. Findings: By using multiple regression analysis, the results revealed “flexible e-learning platforms”, “standardisation of CPD model and formats by professional institutions”, “inclusion of CPD in tertiary curriculum to easily understand its importance” and “encouraging practices to have frequent in-house training sessions sharing experiences” as the most significant strategies that are likely to improve CPD uptake and compliance. Originality/value: Against the backdrop of the need to increase CPD uptake and compliance among professionals through flexible integrated approach comes to the fore the understanding and knowledge of the strategies that can engender CPD uptake and compliance among construction professionals in the construction industry in South Africa.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | continuing professional development; compliance; strategies; professional development; South Africa |
| Index terms: | professional development, questionnaire, developing country, integrated approach, implementation, strategy, construction professional, standardization, continuing professional development, quantitative research, tertiary, compliance, construction industry, South Africa, survey, e-learning, multiple regression analysis, methodology, platform |
| Subjects: | statistical analysis, industry analysis, research methods, Geography, curriculum development, data analysis and analytics, professional development, data collection methods, educational technology, management, contractual arrangements, development economics, health safety and environment, performance measurement, digital design |
| Topics: | Education, Information Management, Geographical Context, Digital Applications, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Quality Management, Health and Safety, Procurement, International Construction |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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