Motivation to transfer, supervisor support, proactive learning, and training transfer: Testing interaction effects

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to examine the interaction effect of motivation to transfer supervisor support, and proactive learning on training transfer. Design/Methodology/Approach: Data is obtained from 213 managers of rural banks in Central Java - Indonesia who had participated in management training programs. Structural equation modeling (SEM) is applied to test the proposed hypothesis. Findings: The results show that motivation to transfer supervisor support and proactive learning have a significant effect on training transfer. Practical Implications: The study gives attention to motivation to transfer supervisor support as well as proactive learning to improve training transfer. It is expected that the recommendations made may encourage the success of training transfer. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the training literature by showing proactive learning to improve training transfer.