HC2101 Performance Management T1 2017
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HOLMES INSTITUTE
FACULTY OF
HIGHER EDUCATION
HOLMES INSTITUTE
FACULTY OF HIGHER EDUCATION
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM
SUBJECT OUTLINE
HC2101 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT FOR HR
TRIMESTER 1/ 2017
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in a dynamic, student-centred learning environment. Holmes Institute fosters in its
students rational thought, intellectual integrity and social responsibility.
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FACULTY OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Holmes Institute Faculty of Higher Education offers business courses that combine discipline-based excellence
with practical application. The faculty operates on campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Hong Kong.
The faculty offers a Bachelor of Business, a Bachelor of Professional Accounting, a Master of Professional
Accounting, a Master of Business Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Business.
Details about the members of the faculty can be found on the homepage of the Faculty of Higher Education at
www.holmes.edu.au/undergraduate.
HOLMES INSTITUTE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
At Holmes Institute, the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Professional Accounting programs offer domestic
and international students the opportunity to study a set of contemporary subjects in the field of business. These
subjects prepare students for the challenges in business environments of the 21st century. These programs
emphasize the global and cross-cultural dimensions of business. Teaching utilizes a combination of delivery
methods and includes critical analysis and case study methods. A combination of exams, case studies and
company analysis are used in assessment.
The Bachelors’ programs of Holmes Institute focus on:
Developing career related capabilities
Emphasis on business numeracy and literacy
Managerial proficiency
The new economy
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Social responsibility and ethics
SUBJECT OVERVIEW & RATIONALE
Welcome to HC2101 Performance Management for Human Resources.
This course explores the dimensions of performance management systems and their role in the effective
management of people in organisations. These insights will be of value to managers in all industries including
government, charities and Not for Profits, for organisations of any size and in all functional areas.
Improving the understanding of people at work and how to enhance their performance will enable all managers
to be more effective. Individuals and groups instinctively aspire to strong results and are willing to commit to
heightened efforts over an extended period to achieve these outcomes. Managers sometimes face the challenge
of refocusing efforts when performance has failed to meet goals and objectives and in business today downsizing
issues are often encountered; a good example is the decline of the Australian automotive industry and the reality
for managers and employees in that industry now and in the period 2015-2017. Ford, Toyota and G-M Australia
may survive in the long term but what will be required and how will they change to remain effective?
You will be encouraged to engage in discussions and the various activities throughout the lectures and tutorials.
These discussions will enhance your learning and develop your communication skills.HC2101 Performance Management Tri1 2017 3
SUBJECT OBJECTIVES & LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon successful completion of this subject, you should be able to demonstrate the following:
Knowledge
Graduates will be able to explain the theoretical foundations and developments of performance management
and understand the roles of managers and staff in the performance development process.
Skills
Graduates will be able to integrate the diverse theoretical and technical knowledge of performance
management in critical analysis of problem situation and communicate the results in a clear and coherent
manner to members of the management team.
Application of Knowledge and skills
Graduates will be able to apply the theoretical foundations and developments of performance management in
managing employee performance based on the elements of an effective, integrated performance development
system.
Graduates will be able to demonstrate and apply research skills, showing initiative in consulting the
performance management academic literature and integrating fresh ideas into the discourse in preparation for
life long learning.
Graduates will be able to exercise judgment in providing problem solutions and initiate, plan, implement and
evaluate action within a broad framework of a defined responsibility.
Graduates will be able to demonstrate the capacity to express ideas, concepts and arguments in a logical and
coherent written form and in conformity with relevant standards of academic writing.
SUBJECT ADMINISTRATION
Awards Duration Core/Elective Subject weight
BBus, BPA 1 semester Core BBus 3 credit points
Mode of delivery On campus
Prerequisites HC1031, HC1052,
Workload Students are expected to attend all classes
Delivery 2 hrs of lectures and 1 hr tutorial or equivalent
Independent study 5 hrs per week (review of lectures, reading text book, preparing assignments,
reading journal articles)
CONTACT DETAILS
Subject Coordinator Dr. Anh Viet Le [email protected]
Lecturer Sydney Campus Ross Brennan [email protected]
Lecturer Melbourne Campus Dr. Anh Viet Le [email protected]
Lecturer Brisbane Campus Prof. Paul Ryder [email protected] Performance Management Tri1 2017 4
CONSULTATION TIMES*
Please check with your lecturer
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Brisbane Campus
Sydney Campus
Melbourne Campus *
*by appointment only
STUDENT ASSESSMENT
ASSESSMENT TYPE DUE DATE WEIGHT
In – class test Week 6 20%
Individual assignment Week 11 (Friday at 11.30pm) 30%
Final Exam Exam Week 50%
ASSESSMENT POLICY
To be eligible to pass this subject, students must complete all forms of assessment and demonstrate achievement
of the learning outcomes. All assignments must be submitted electronically using a word processor, uploaded to
Blackboard via SafeAssign.
Submission deadlines are strictly enforced and late submission incurs penalties of 5 (five) % of the assessment
value per calendar day unless an extension and/or special consideration has been granted by the Subject
Coordinator prior to the assessment deadline. Unless an extension and/or special consideration has been
granted by the Subject Coordinator prior to the assessment deadline, no assessments are accepted after 14
calendar days of the due date or the end of the trimester for assessments due later in a trimester. Students are
requested to familiarize themselves with the Holmes Institute Assessment Policy located on the Blackboard
Student Subject: HE-General Study Information (HGEN_HE) > General Information > Policies and Procedures >
Holmes Institute Student Assessment Policy v1.pdf.
STANDARD GRADING SYSTEM AND DISTRIBUTION
GRADE LETTER RANGE
High Distinction HD 80% and above
Distinction D 70 – 79%
Credit CR 60 – 69%
Pass P 50 – 59%
Fail NN 0-45% (did not meet the standard required according
to the learning outcomes in the Subject Guide )
Faculty Pass* FP 46 – 49% (awarded by Board of Examiners)
Supplementary Exam Granted (a
temporary grade)
NS Supplementary examination grantedHC2101 Performance Management Tri1 2017 5
Deferred Exam (a temporary grade) ND Officially Deferred examination
Fail NA Student did not submit any work according to the
schedule in the Subject Guide
Result Withheld RW Additional assessment and/or work required
Result Withheld WH Outstanding fees or non-return of Holmes Institute
materials
* This grade is sometimes referred to as a conceded pass at other institutions
Explanation of Letter Grade
HD Outstanding work which exhibits sophisticated understanding and critical synthesis, analysis and evaluation
of the subject matter. While the work utilizes opinions of others, judgements about the value of the subject
matter are made and drawn together in an organized whole. Gaps in the subject matter might also be identified
and the implications discussed.
D Substantial work of high quality, which demonstrates a clear understanding of the subject matter, in which
the relationship between the constituent elements are identified clearly and discussed with some level of critical
analysis. The work also applies abstract ideas in concrete situations.
CR Sound and competent work, which demonstrates a reasonable but not complete grasp of the subject matter.
The work utilizes recall and paraphrases the work of others concerning the subject matter. Some basic level of
critical analysis is evident. Originality in the work is rarely evident.
P Work that demonstrates a satisfactory engagement with the subject matter such that the student is said to
have a general understanding of the field. Provides an adequate basis for further study.
NN Did not meet the learning objective of the subject
VIEWING STUDENT GRADES
Results including the final grade can be viewed via the Grade Centre on Blackboard. Results for all assessments
are published within two weeks of the due date of the assessment and the final examination. Students who wish
to appeal their mark for a specific assessment are advised to follow the procedures outlined at
www.holmes.edu.au /undergraduate/appeals.
PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
Holmes Institute view any forms of academic misconduct as most serious offences. Academic misconduct in any
form during an examination is not tolerated and will be dealt with according to the policies and procedures set
out in the Holmes Institute Student Handbook (located on Blackboard in the Student General information
Subject: HE-General Study Information (HGEN_HE) > General Information > Student Handbook 2010 v.3.pdf).
Plagiarism occurs when one uses another person’s ideas or manner of expressing them and passes them off as
one’s own work by failing to give appropriate acknowledgement (that is, referencing the source). Any instances
of plagiarism will be dealt with promptly).
It is important that student reference their work appropriately. The Faculty of Higher Education at Holmes
Institute uses the APA (American Psychological Association) style of referencing. A detailed guide to referencing
can be found in the Student Handbook. It expected that you will be familiar with the APA style of referencing.HC2101 Performance Management Tri1 2017 6
USE OF BLACKBOARD
Holmes Institute uses Blackboard as its online teaching platform and all students enrolled have access to
Blackboard to view and download their lecture material, grades, important announcements on their subjects and
discussion rooms for selected subjects.
Please note that it is the student’s responsibility to check Blackboard on a regular basis. It is expected that
students will have viewed lecture materials and additional readings before class. All students are advised to
familiarize themselves with the use of Blackboard. Guides to Blackboard are available in the Resource Centre on
each campus. Should you have difficulties accessing and/or using Blackboard, please contact your lecturer or the
Holmes Institute Blackboard Helpdesk on: [email protected].
USE OF RESOURCE CENTRE AND PROQUEST
For most subjects, students are expected to engage in additional research. Textbooks and teaching materials
available in the Resource Centre will be of use here. In addition, current students have access to a range of
electronic academic journals via Proquest, which is accessible once you log into Blackboard.
Should you require any assistance with the use of Proquest and/or online research, please contact your lecturer
and/or the Resource Centre staff on your campus.
STUDY SKILLS & ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Students who have difficulties with their studies and/or specific forms of assessment should visit online Study
Skills on www.holmes.edu.au/undergraduate/studyskills. Holmes Institute also offers regular Academic Support,
which is free for any student enrolled. See details on
http://www.holmes.edu.au/undergraduate/Information.
DETAILED INFORMATION ON SUBJECT ASSESSMENTS
Assessment 1: In-class test
Weight: 20% of total marks
Test will cover topics from Week 1 to Week 5
The class test will be help during the tutorial of Week 6
Assessment 2: Individual assignment
Weight: 30% of total marks
Due: 11pm, Friday Week 11
Length: 2500 words, +/- 10%
This length limit includes any text, figures, tables, in-text references, and appendices. This limit does not include
the cover page, table of contents, or list of references (at the end of assignment).
Formatting: Report and please ensure that the report includes page numbers on each page.HC2101 Performance Management Tri1 2017 7
Submission: On due date submit to Blackboard on Final submission link
The questions:
Workplaces of the future will present many challenges and opportunities for both HRM and employees1. Choose
one (1) of the predicted future workplace changes, research the topic to answer the following questions:
a) What are the implications for employees (i.e. different way of working, new skills etc.)?
b) What are the HRM implications – how might HR have to operate differently?
c) What are the implications for leaders and managers?
Topics:
Instruction:
Your report should be structured as follows:
Introduction
1. This states the purpose and structure of the paper, and identifies the main theme or proposition(s) that you
are trying to prove. It tells the reader what to expect.
Body
1. In the body of the paper you are trying to build a logical argument that supports the main theme or proposition.
The body needs to be consistent with what you have said you are going to do in the introduction.
2. Each paragraph should have a topic sentence, and the points you are making should reflect that topic sentence.
3. Use theory and examples to explain your argument.
Remember that you are trying to present a logical, cohesive and clear analysis of the key issues that you have
Employees will
use Apps to
manage thier
work and
personal life
better
Work-life
flexibility will
replace worklife balance
Employees will
no longer
regualrly attend
a corpoate
office
Building a
portfolio of
contract jobs
will be the way
to get full-time
employment
Employees will
'elect' thier
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identified, and to use these to support your proposition or theme in a systematic way.
5. You only have 2000 words therefore you will need to be succinct and persuasive in presenting your argument.
Conclusion and recommendations
1. A conclusion is not just a list of the key points you have made. You need to draw together your key points to
demonstrate that you have supported your theme or proven your proposition(s).
2. The conclusion needs to be consistent with both the introduction and the body of the report.
Marking Criteria Individual Essay
HC2101: Performance Management
Individual Assignment
Length: 2500 words. Value: 30%
Criteria Marks
Critical approach to the topic (10 marks)
1. The body of the report is consistent with the executive summary and introduction and critically
analyses the topic.
2. Analysis shows knowledge of relevant theory and practice in HR strategy in Australia.
3. There is a balance between descriptive and analytical content, with a strong emphasis of critical
analysis.
4. The topic is discussed using relevant and appropriate theoretical frames, and these are
supported by the use of at least eight primary sources (e.g. refereed journal articles)
Line of argument (15 marks)
1. The introduction outlines the main proposition of the report and body develops a clear line of
argument. The argument is incisive and includes a concise, relevant treatment of the issues.
2. The conclusion and recommendations draws together the main points of the report and
demonstrates a plausible, insightful, and rationally persuasive point at which to end the
argument.
Use of academic literature/overall presentation (5 marks)
1. Judicious and appropriate use of at least five (5) academic journal articles or research book
chapters.
2. Makes limited use of textbook (or other text books), relying on primary sources to support their
argument.
3. Sources are referenced consistently and comprehensively using the APA6 referencing system.
4. Use of language appropriate to an academic report; Presentation is professional (e.g. spell and
grammar checked, judicious use of headings, etc).
SUBJECT RESOURCESHC2101 Performance Management Tri1 2017 9
Prescribed Textbook (compulsory)
Prescribed Textbook:
Kramar et al. (2014) Human Resource Management in Australia 5th ed. McGraw-Hill
Additional Textbook References
Katzenbach, J 2001, Peak performance: aligning the hearts and minds of your employees, Harvard Press, New
York.
Websites:
The Australian Human Resources Institute:
https://www.ahri.com.au/
Society for Human Resource Management:
http://www.shrm.org/pages/default.aspx
HR Guide Australia:
http://www.hrmguide.net/australia/
It is strongly recommended that students read business columns in newspapers magazines and online.
LECTURE SCHEDULE/SYLLABUS
Session Topic Tutorial Assessment due
1 Introduction to performance management
2 What is performance? Triple bottom line approaches. Tutorial 1
3 Measuring Performance Tutorial 2
4 Selecting a job analysis method Tutorial 3
5 Selection and recruitment - Part 1 Tutorial 4
6 Selection and recruitment - Part 2 Tutorial 5 In Class test
7 Human Resource planning and HRIS Tutorial 6
8 Workforce diversity and career planning Tutorial 7
9 Conducting performance reviews Tutorial 8
10 Diminished performance Tutorial 9
11 Occupational Health & Safety
Evaluating and improving the HR function Tutorial 10 assignment Individual
12 Revision
* Note: Students must consult the Academic Calendar and Blackboard for the dates of the Study
and Examination Week.
STUDENT ASSISTANCEHC2101 Performance Management Tri1 2017 10
Studying in higher education presents many experiences and challenges. These might involve academic, personal
and/or professional issues. At Holmes Institute, we have a range of people who can help you with various
challenges. The following table identifies contact points should you require any support.
SUPPORT REQUIRED WHO TO CONTACT
Information for Current Students Holmes Institute Student Handbook:
Academic Probation / Mentoring Academic Mentors, Associate Dean
Accommodation Holmes Institute Home Stay
Computers, Blackboard, Email IT Help Desk
Disability Needs Holmes Institute Campus Directors
Employment and Careers Career Development Team
Enrolment Higher Education Coordinator
Exams Higher Education Coordinator
Financial Issues Holmes Institute Campus Directors
Personal Issues National Higher Education Program Manager, Mentoring Team
Proquest Database Librarian on each Campus
Study Skills Holmes Institute Academic Support & Study Skills Team
Visa Issues, COEs etc. Higher Education Coordinator
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