Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

The interface between establishing a continuous learning environment, coaching and performance appraisal systems, training and development practices and the implementation of reward systems. The unit focus is on: personal and organisational skills and procedures through setting performance standards and objectives; performance review methods; giving effective feedback; links with rewards and compensation; determining training and development needs and objectives; coaching and feedback skills, planning, conducting and evaluating the training and development of staff.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

• demonstrate a detailed awareness, knowledge and application of current theory in establishing continuous learning environments within organisations
• examine the issues related to staff appraisal, training and development and reward systems within a continuous learning environment
• demonstrate a high level of personal skill the provision of employee growth and learning within organisations through dialogue, coaching, mentoring and training skills.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 60%
Examination (2 hours): 40%

Chief examiner(s)

Rolf Bergman

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

MGF2661