Business

BSBMGT502B - Manage People Performance

SIRT003B

Overview

Level of study: What does Vocational Education, Training mean?

Vocational Education, Training

EFTSL: What does EFTSL mean?

0.125

Delivery Method: What does delivery method mean?

Fully Online

Availability: What is a Study period?

2012:

Duration:

13 weeks

Government loans available:

None

Domestic student fee:

$700.00 (AUD)

International student fee:

$925.00 (AUD)

Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage the performance of staff who report to them directly. Development of key result areas and key performance indicators and standards, coupled with regular and timely coaching and feedback, provide the basis for performance management.

Prerequisites

Mandatory prerequisites

You must have successfully completed the following unit(s) before starting this unit:

  • SIRT009A — SIRXCOM001A - Communicate in the Workplace
  • SIRT010A — SIRXIND001A - Work Effectively in a Retail Environment
  • SIRT011A — SIRXSLS004A - Build Relationships with Customers

If you have completed equivalent study at another university, please contact a Student Advisor for advice.

Special Requirements

  • Broadband access

Assessment

  • Assignment (40%)
  • Case Study (20%)
  • Project (40%)

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this unit students will be able to:

  1. allocate work
  2. assess performance
  3. provide feedback
  4. manage follow up.

Topics

This unit addresses the following topics.

NumberTopic
1Consult relevant groups and individuals on work to be allocated and resources available
2Develop work plans in accordance with operational plans
3Allocate work in a way that is efficient, cost effective and outcome focussed
4Confirm performance standards, Code of Conduct and work outputs with relevant teams and individuals
5Develop and agree performance indicators with relevant staff prior to commencement of work
6Conduct risk analysis in accordance with the organisational risk management plan and legal requirements
7Design performance management and review processes to ensure consistency with organisational objectives and policies
8Train participants in the performance management and review process
9Conduct performance management in accordance with organisational protocols and time lines
10Monitor and evaluate performance on a continuous basis
11Provide informal feedback to staff on a regular basis
12Advise relevant people where there is poor performance and take necessary actions
13Provide on-the-job coaching when necessary to improve performance and to confirm excellence in performance
14Document performance in accordance with the organisational performance management system
15Conduct formal structured feedback sessions as necessary and in accordance with organisational policy
16Write and agree performance improvement and development plans in accordance with organisational policies
17Seek assistance from human resources specialists where appropriate
18Reinforce excellence in performance through recognition and continuous feedback
19Monitor and coach individuals with poor performance
20Provide support services where necessary
21Counsel individuals who continue to perform below expectations and implement the disciplinary process if necessary
22Terminate staff in accordance with legal and organisational requirements where serious misconduct occurs or ongoing poor-performance continues

Study Resources

This unit is delivered using the following methods and materials:

Instructional Methods

  • Blogs
  • Chat rooms
  • Discussion Forum/Discussion Board
  • Embedded Multimedia
  • Glossary
  • Interactive Games
  • Online Quizzes/Tests
  • Online assignment submission
  • Web links
  • Wikis

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