Performance and Compensation Management

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
HRES 2002
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Course ID
200201
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Management
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and evaluate performance management (PM) and compensation management (CM) systems that support organisational strategy and effectiveness. Students will examine and evaluate key appraisal methods, performance alignment practices, and rewards systems, and apply relevant theories to analyse real-world PM and CM challenges. The course emphasises strategic integration, equity, and effectiveness in performance & compensation decisions. 

  • Foundations of Performance Management
  • Foundations of Compensation Management
  • Strategic Integration of Performance and Compensation

Course learning outcomes

  • Evaluate and apply performance appraisal (PA) methods that align with organisational goals, identify appropriate performance dimensions, and develop measurable goals (KPIs) to support effective performance.
  • Analyse and compare efficacy of traditional pay systems and performance-based pay models.
  • Critically assess compensation system issues and recommend strategically aligned rewards that ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
  • Apply relevant theoretical frameworks to analyse and interpret performance and compensation challenges in contemporary organisations.
  • Integrate performance and compensation strategies to support strategic alignment and enhance organisational effectiveness.

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed HRES1000 Foundations of Human Resource Management

Corequisite(s)

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Bachelor of Business majoring in Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Business