This unit explores performance management in organisations from individual and team perspectives, as a vital part of the employer - employee relationship.  Increasing employee and employer expectations in recent times makes performance management necessary and relevant.  The unit provides a solid grounding in the performance management process by using an incremental approach which is accessible and practical.  Case studies and panel discussions with practitioners from various business areas are used together with contemporary readings and activities relevant to the public and private sectors.

The unit will greatly assist students whether they are preparing for employment or already working.  The critical link to strategic human resource management process is emphasised throughout - especially in terms of industrial relations, employment law, and recruitment and selection processes.