Includes index. 3G E-learning (2017). Performance management and appraisal. [S.l.] : Author.

Chapter 1: Introduction to Performance Management -- Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Definition of Performance Evaluation -- Evolution of Performance Management -- Importance of Performance Management -- Linkage of Performance Management to Other HR Processes -- Chapter 2: Performance Management Planning and Development -- Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Performance Management Planning -- Performance Agreement -- Chapter 3: Performance Appraisal -- Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Definition of Performance Appraisal -- Need and Importance of Performance Appraisal -- Establish Performance Appraisal -- Chapter 4: Performance Appraisal Methods and Feedback -- Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Performance Appraisal Methods -- Performance Feedback -- Chapter 5: Issues in Performance Management -- Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Team Performance -- Team Performance Management -- Role of Line Managers -- Performance Management and Reward -- Chapter 6: Ethics in Performance Appraisal - Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Overview of Ethics -- Ethics in Organizations -- Chapter 7: Performance Management System: Implementation, Review and Enhancement -- Introduction -- Learning Objectives -- Communication Plan -- Appeals Process -- Criteria of Ideal Systems -- Review of Performance Management systems -- Indicators of Effective System

Performance management is a process by which managers and employees work together to plan, monitor and review an employee's work objectives and overall contribution to the organization. More than just an annual performance review, performance management is the continuous process of setting objectives, assessing progress and providing on-going coaching and feedback to ensure that employees are meeting their objectives and career goals. The role of HR in the present scenario has undergone a sea change and its focus is on evolving such functional strategies which enable successful implementation of the major corporate strategies. In a way, HR and corporate strategies function in alignment. Today, HR works towards facilitating and improving the performance of the employees by building a conducive work environment and providing maximum opportunities to the employees for participating in organizational planning and decision making process. Today, all the major activities of HR are driven towards development of high performance leaders and fostering employee motivation. So, it can be interpreted that the role of HR has evolved from merely an appraiser to a facilitator and an enabler. Key feature: * Focuses on principles and practices needed by supervisors and manager to effectively manage the performance of workers. * Topics are logically arranged according to the course outline of the subject. * The use of simple language to facilitate a better understanding of each chapter. * Illustrative examples of varying difficulties, wherever needed, are presented to enhance the interest of students. * The provision of knowledge check test for each chapter is given at the end of chapter to strengthen the learning process of students. * Case study, Role Model, Keywords, and Examples are also provided to enrich the knowledge of students.