The present research investigates how employees’ perceptions of training benefits shape their emotional attachment to their organizations, with a focus on the mediating influence of individual readiness for change in the context of National Jordanian banks. A total of 451 employees from 16 banks participated in the study, selected through stratified random sampling. Data were gathered using a structured, self-administered questionnaire and analyzed through partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Drawing on social exchange theory and psychological contract theory, the study demonstrates that employees who perceive training as beneficial to their job performance, career advancement, and personal growth exhibit stronger affective commitment to their organizations. The findings further reveal that perceived training benefits foster individual readiness for change, which subsequently enhances affective organizational commitment. Readiness for change also serves as a significant mediator linking training perceptions to employees’ emotional commitment. Overall, the study highlights the strategic importance of training initiatives in promoting positive employee attitudes and reinforcing commitment within the banking sector.
