Bm036-3.

5-3 Managing People & Performance

Individual Assignment

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This is an individual coursework weighted at 60% for the Managing People and
Performance Module.
LEARNING OUTCOME
1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical evaluation of key aspects of
employee reward strategy used in managing the performance of the organisation.
2. Demonstrate the ability to compare and appraise different business theories and
perspectives of employee reward and performance.
3. Analyse, critically evaluate and communicate information & concepts of varying
degrees of complexity, as applied to managing reward and employee appraisal.
INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT (100%)
The report should not exceed 2,000 words. You should state the number of words used on
the cover of the assignment.

You may include diagrams or figures, reference and

bibliography lists and any appendices without word penalty. The standard sliding scale
of penalties for excess length will be imposed. The penalties will be as follows:
1 -10% excess
11-20% excess
21-30% excess
31-40% excess

no penalty
3 marks reduction
6 marks reduction
9 marks reduction

ASSESSMENT QUESTION
Performance is the record of outcomes produced on a specified job function or activity
during a specified time period. In terms of performance management, an organisations
HR department could look for performance appraisal system to be in place. Using an
organisation of your interest, critically evaluate its performance appraisal system and
how feedback from performance appraisal is used for rewarding employees at the
organisation chosen.

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

2016

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The report will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Assessment Criteria
1. Introduction

Assessment

Background of the selected organisation

10%

2. Review of the organisations Reward Strategy and Performance

Management System

Performance Appraisal System

30%

Rewards Strategy

3. Evaluation

Evaluation of its appropriateness and effectiveness for Reward

Strategy and Performance Appraisal System.

20%

4. Recommendation

Recommendations for improvement with supporting argument and

theoretical underpinning

15%

5. Conclusion

Personal learning outcomes through the assignment

10%

6. Presentation

Structure, layout, quality of writing and Harvard referencing

Total

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15%
100%

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

2016

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PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS

A Microsoft Office word document

12 point, Times New Roman font

Fully justified

1 line spacing

Approximately 2000 words

At least 10 different academic references must be used. You are REQUIRED to use
proper referencing methods for this assignment Harvard system. The reference list
should only include books, articles etc that are cited in the text. The reference list must
be arranged alphabetically. If the item has no author it is cited by its title.

Submission and Administrative Information

Student should include the Coursework Submission and Feedback Form with their
submission. The lecturer will give the CSFF before the submission dates.

Plagiarism is NOT acceptable. Representation of another person's work as your

own, without acknowledgement of the source, for the purpose of satisfying formal
assessment requirements is considered plagiarism. The possible consequences of
plagiarism include:
Reduced grade for this module
Referral for this module
Failure of this module
Expulsion from the Institution

You can avoid plagiarism by using correct referencing, citation and paraphrasing.

You may not copy another groups work in any way.

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

2016

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PERFORMANCE EXPECTATION
Marks are awarded based on the following guidelines:

Grade

Description of performance level

Good interpretation of question and a comprehensive analysis given.
Evidence of superior knowledge of module content with clear and
convincing application of concepts. Well illustrated with practical examples
addressing relevant issues with commendable critical appraisal. Citations
must be from between 8 to 10 solid references and interesting arguments are

75% 100%

presented based on selected reference sources. Arguments are coherent and

convincing in implications, based on reflective reading. Points are supported
with valid explanation and good reasoning through a well-organized manner
and well-connected throughout.

Shows critical analysis, understanding,

thought and reflection of the subject matter.

Sufficient points are raised and valid explanations are provided based on
accurate identification of issues. Arguments presented are adequate, based on
selected text and relevant areas demonstrating knowledge of module content.
Implications are relevant but with minor misapprehensions. Citations are
65% 74%

from between 5 to 8 solid references. There is sufficient critical analysis of

problem and possible solutions, reflecting understanding of subject matter
but some areas lacking in depth.
Basic requirements fulfilled, reflecting some understanding of issues and

50% 64%

possible solutions. Application of concepts is broadly understood.

Recommendations given are based on selected texts. Basic examples are
used to illustrate points. Arguments given are elementary/ general and
explanations may either be unclear or unhelpful in clarifying points.
Assignment quality was reduced either in depth and scope of implications or
suggestions or both. Citations are between 3 to 5 reference sources.

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2016

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Assignment not arranged in a structured manner. Sentences and reasoning

may have flaws in clarity and meaning.
No understanding of the subject matter and failure to address the needs of
the question. Points are off-topic and are not related to selected text or
Below 50%

required areas. Issues not addressed and not connected to implications or

suggestions. No understanding of theories and concepts taught. Weak or no
referencing of sources. Argument is sometimes trivial, confused or flawed.

Level 3

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

2016