Managing Employee Performance and Rewards (UniSA)

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
HRES 5017
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Course ID
203854
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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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
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to enable students to undertake performance and compensation management that establishes goals by; analysing different approaches to performance appraisal and development and; incorporating contemporary theory and practice of compensation of tangible and intangible rewards within an international context in order to achieve organisational performance outcomes. Content and process theories of motivation; principles and practices of performance management; performance appraisal; 360 degree feedback; coaching, mentoring and improving performance; bases of pay; compensation structures; benefits and design global compensation.

Course learning outcomes

  • Develop a clear understanding of performance and compensation management practices in organisations and their role in the context of organisational and HR strategy in the global business environment.
  • Critically examine the relationship between employee behaviour and different types of performance and rewards systems.
  • Critically evaluate an existing performance and compensation management system in an organisation and formulate recommendations designed to improve employee and organisational performance.
  • Demonstrate Business Enterprise Skills in the context of the Human Resource Management discipline: Problem Solving (advanced level).

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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